PMO Manager

ASA Recruitment; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Scotland is seeking a skilled PMO Manager to oversee the development and management of a modern PMO function. The role involves managing complex digital portfolios, enhancing delivery success, and supporting project managers. Ideal candidates should have proven PMO experience, strong knowledge of Agile and Waterfall methodologies, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping digital strategy at a senior level.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in PMO or project/programme management functions.
• Strong grasp of Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and provide confident assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and evolve the Portfolio Management Office function.
• Oversee reporting, risk, issue management, change control, and benefits tracking.
• Support project managers and business sponsors to ensure delivery success.
• Prepare and manage IT budget reporting and tracking.
• Provide high-level insights and reporting to senior leadership.

Skills

PMO or project/programme management experience

Agile methodology

Waterfall methodology

Budgeting and resource planning

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Relevant certifications: Prince2, AgilePM, P3O

Tools

MS Project for the Web

SharePoint

Power BI

Power Automate

Job description

Are you a PMO expert with a passion for driving delivery excellence across complex digital portfolios? Do you want to play a pivotal role in shaping and supporting large-scale transformation within a high-profile public sector organisation?

We're looking for a PMO Manager to lead the development, improvement, and management of a modern, agile PMO function. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence digital strategy at a senior level, working alongside business and technology leaders.

Key Responsibilities
Lead and evolve the Portfolio Management Office function.

Oversee reporting, risk, issue management, change control, and benefits tracking across a digital portfolio.

Support project managers and business sponsors to ensure delivery success and governance alignment.

Prepare and manage IT budget reporting and tracking.

Provide high-level insights and reporting to senior leadership.

Promote collaboration and inspire teams across technical and business areas.

What We're Looking For
Proven experience in PMO or project/programme management functions

Strong grasp of Agile and Waterfall methodologies

Budgeting and resource planning capabilities

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Ability to work independently and provide confident assurance

Desirable
Relevant certifications: Prince2, AgilePM, P3O

Experience with MS Project for the Web, SharePoint, Power BI, Power Automate

Ready to make an impact?
If this sounds like your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
Submit your CV today and take the next step in your contract career.

ASA Recruitment is one of Scotland's largest independent multi-sector recruitment agencies. We specialise in providing effective tailored solutions for permanent, contract and temporary employment requirements for our Clients and Candidates. We are members of the REC and are ISO certified.

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