PMO Manager

The Construction Index Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Project Controls professional to support the delivery of large and complex construction projects. This role requires a strong understanding of project scheduling and cost forecasting, as well as experience with performance reporting. Applicants should have a degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar fields. The position offers a competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000 per annum along with an excellent package.

Benefits

Excellent Package

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of project scheduling and cost forecasting.
• Experience in Design & Build construction projects.
• Ability to produce senior-level reports and dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report project performance using Earned Value Management.
• Produce clear reports for senior stakeholders.
• Act as a link between design, planning, cost control, and delivery teams.

Skills

Project scheduling

Cost forecasting

Performance reporting

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Construction Management

Degree in Business or Finance

Tools

Autodesk Construction Cloud

BIM

Job description

• Salary: £40000 - £45000 per annum + Excellent Package
• Type: Full Time
• Region: UK - South East
• Town/City: Portsmouth, Hampshire
• Posted: 28/01/2026
• Listed in: Project Planning & Logistics
• Reference: BBBH4539_1769618646

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Controls professional to join a high-profile construction project, supporting the successful delivery of large and complex projects. This role sits at the heart of project performance, providing insight, structure, and clarity across planning, cost, risk, and delivery. You'll work closely with senior leadership and multidisciplinary teams, influencing decision-making and driving continuous improvement across the project lifecycle. This role will offer you the chance to work on challenging works, influence senior management and make a measurable impact on the projects outcome all whilst developing your career within a performance driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and report project performance using Earned Value Management (EVM), KPIs, and performance dashboards
• Produce clear, concise monthly reports and executive-level dashboards for senior stakeholders
• Act as the link between design, planning, cost control, estimating, and delivery teams
• Provide data-driven insight to support strategic decision-making and lessons learned
• Support project reviews and senior-level performance meetings
• Assist with the management of change control and scope variations
• Support project risk management activities, including identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring
• Develop and maintain project organisation structures and interfaces
• Maintain and update project schedules in collaboration with Planning teams
• Support collaboration and document control deliverables across the project
• Proactively challenge existing approaches and recommend performance improvements

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of project scheduling, cost forecasting, and performance reporting
• Experience working on Design & Build construction projects
• Knowledge of construction methods, BIM, and document management systems
• Confident producing senior-level reports and dashboards
• Advanced Excel capability and experience with Power BI

Experience

• Experience on large, complex construction or infrastructure projects
• Exposure to joint venture or multi-partner environments is advantageous
• Practical knowledge of NEC contracts and change management processes
• Works independently on complex, undefined assignments
• Acts as a technical point of reference within the project team
• Identifies, develops, and implements improvements to systems, tools, and processes across disciplines
• Plays an active role in driving efficiency, consistency, and best practice across the project
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud or similar platforms
• Good understanding of BIM and digital information management systems

Qualifications & Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance, or a related discipline
• Full UK driving licence

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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