PMO Lead -Housing

Signet Recruitment & Retention; Tandridge; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organisation is seeking a PMO Lead to oversee project management activities and enhance technology initiatives within the community. This 6-month role, ideal for those with a project governance background, offers a day rate of £450 to £550 with flexible working (2 days a week in the office). This position is located in Oxted and presents a chance to contribute to impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in project governance and management, especially in local council or housing environments.
• Knowledge of resource and risk management best practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project governance frameworks.
• Monitor project performance and provide updates to stakeholders.
• Facilitate risk management strategies across projects.

Skills

Project governance

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Overview

The PMO Lead will oversee project management activities and ensure efficient delivery of technology initiatives within the public sector. This 6 month role is ideal for someone with a strong background in project governance and strategic planning. You will be working on their housing programme.

This public sector organisation operates within the technology department and is based in Surrey. Our client focuses on delivering impactful solutions to meet the needs of its community.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project governance frameworks to support technology initiatives.
• Monitor project performance and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
• Ensure resource allocation aligns with organisational priorities.
• Facilitate risk management strategies across all projects.
• Support project teams in meeting deadlines and deliverables.
• Coordinate communication between various teams and departments.
• Maintain documentation and reporting for all ongoing projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within the PMO.

Experience

• Experience in project governance and management within the a local council or housing environments.
• Knowledge of best practices in resource and risk management.
• Strong analytical and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• A track record of delivering projects within time and budget constraints.

Description

• The role is inside IR35 and the day rate is £450 to £550 depending on experience.
• A 6-month contract with potential for extension.
• Office location in Oxted with flexible working arrangements - 2 days a week in the office.

This is an excellent opportunity for a PMO Lead to contribute to meaningful projects in the public sector.