PMO Manager

Amey Group Services LTD; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in the UK seeks a PMO professional for a 6-month fixed-term contract. The position entails developing PMO frameworks and ensuring compliance with governance standards while providing insights and support to stakeholders. Applicants should have proven experience in PMO leadership and strong communication skills. This role offers hybrid working with 2 days onsite in London, competitive salary, and opportunities for career growth and training.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Career advancement opportunities

Comprehensive training programs

At least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Flexible benefits options

Exclusive discounts from leading retailers

Community volunteering opportunities

Family friendly policies

Qualifications

• Proven experience in PMO leadership within complex organizations.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement PMO frameworks, methodologies, and tools.
• Ensure compliance with project governance and reporting standards.
• Oversee the mobilization plan and interdependencies.

Skills

PMO leadership

Project management methodologies

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Portfolio management

Resource planning

Leadership and team development

Education

Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, MSP)

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Power BI

Job description

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a 6-month Fixed Term Contract acting as PMO offering Hybrid working and 2 days onsite in London. HOURS OF WORK - 37.5, Monday to Friday This is a critical role, acting as PMO responsible for establishing, maintaining, and continuously improving the Project Management Office to ensure successful delivery of projects and programs across the organisation. This role will provide governance, standards, and best practices, while supporting project managers and stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives.

What You Will Do

• Develop and implement PMO frameworks, methodologies, and tools.
• Ensure compliance with project governance and reporting standards.
• Oversee the Mobilisation plan and interdependencies, ensuring alignment with service delivery.
• Monitor resource allocation and capacity planning.
• Produce regular dashboards and reports on project performance, risks, and benefits realisation.
• Establish processes for identifying, tracking, and mitigating risks and issues.
• Act as a central point of contact for project-related queries.
• Facilitate communication between project teams and senior leadership.
• Identify opportunities to enhance PMO processes and tools.
• Provide training and mentoring to workstream leads and teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in PMO leadership within complex organizations.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile, PMI).
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Power BI).
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret data and provide insights.
• Experience in portfolio management and resource planning.
• Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, MSP) preferred.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Leadership and team development.
• Attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

About Amey

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here. We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future. Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come.

Benefits

• Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions.
• Career Growth: Shine in your career with advancement opportunities.
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth.
• Holidays - Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days.
• Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey.
• Flexible benefits - Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Give Back to community - Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities.
• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant.
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey.