PMO Manager - Digital & Business Transformation

Rise Technical Recruitment; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 66,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit consultancy in the UK is seeking a PMO Manager to drive its digital and business transformation agenda. This pivotal role involves overseeing the PMO, supporting project governance, and ensuring effective project delivery. The ideal candidate has significant experience in project management, stakeholder engagement, and transformation programmes, with qualifications such as PRINCE2 or PMP. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract with a hybrid working model.

Benefits

22% Pension

44 Days Holiday

Purpose-Led Culture

Gold Standard Organisation

Qualifications

• Experienced PMO or programme management professional with a strong track record in leading multiple complex projects.
• Confident in establishing and improving PMO frameworks, governance, and reporting structures.
• Strong influencing skills, able to engage credibly with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the central Project Management Office, overseeing a portfolio of digital and transformation projects.
• Maintain and enhance project governance, reporting, and performance frameworks.
• Support hands-on delivery using tools like Microsoft Power Apps to design practical solutions.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

PRINCE2, APM, PMP or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft 365

Power BI

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

PMO Manager - Digital & Business Transformation (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)

Hybrid (Uxbridge / Home)

£78,000 + 22% Pension + 44 Days Holiday + Purpose-Led Culture + Gold Standard Organisation

Are you an experienced project or PMO professional with a passion for driving transformation and innovation?

Do you thrive in a hands‑on environment where you can shape, deliver, and embed real organisational change?

This long‑established not‑for‑profit procurement and construction consultancy has been a trusted partner to the public sector for over half a century. Known for its collaborative culture, social purpose, and Gold Standard accreditation, it helps local authorities, housing associations, and public bodies deliver better homes, buildings, and communities through innovation and partnership.

In this pivotal 12‑month fixed‑term role, you'll take a central role in driving the organisation's digital and business transformation agenda. Working closely with the Director of IT and Transformation, you'll lead the PMO, ensuring key projects progress smoothly, governance is robust, and teams have the support and tools they need to deliver successfully. This is a role for someone who can combine strategic oversight with hands‑on delivery to embed lasting change.

The ideal candidate is a confident, collaborative PMO professional with a proven track record in delivering complex projects. Highly organised and analytical, you provide structure and hands‑on delivery while engaging senior stakeholders effectively. You're a natural problem‑solver who champions innovation and continuous improvement, with a recognised project management qualification and experience in multi‑stakeholder environments, with knowledge of Microsoft 365, Dynamics, or Power BI a plus.

This 12‑month fixed‑term role offers an exceptional opportunity to join a forward‑thinking, socially purposeful organisation at a pivotal time of change. You'll enjoy autonomy, the support of an experienced leadership team, and the chance to deliver meaningful transformation across projects that improve communities and public services nationwide.

The Role:

• Lead and manage the central Project Management Office, overseeing a portfolio of digital and transformation projects.
• Maintain and enhance project governance, reporting, and performance frameworks across the organisation.
• Partner with senior leaders to prioritise, sequence, and resource major business initiatives.
• Support hands‑on delivery, using tools like Microsoft Power Apps, Forms, and Flows to design and implement practical, cost‑effective solutions.
• Track and report project performance, benefits, and risks to the Senior Leadership Team and Board.
• Build a culture of collaboration, learning, and continuous improvement across teams and departments.
• Champion innovation promoting smarter use of data, automation, and digital tools to improve efficiency and outcomes.
• Engage stakeholders across all levels, ensuring clear communication, alignment, and accountability.

The person:

• Experienced PMO or programme management professional with a strong track record in leading multiple complex projects.
• Confident in establishing and improving PMO frameworks, governance, and reporting structures.
• Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills, able to engage credibly with senior leaders and cross‑functional teams.
• Demonstrable experience in delivering business or digital transformation programmes.
• Qualified in project management (PRINCE2, APM, PMP or equivalent).
• Experience in the public sector, procurement, construction, or not‑for‑profit environment is desirable.
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365, Dynamics, Power BI, or similar digital tools would be advantageous.