PMO Project Lead – Governance & Portfolio (Hybrid)

SYSTRA; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Electric car scheme

Flexible benefits

Volunteer days

Job summary

SYSTRA is seeking a Project Manager for its PMO to oversee governance, administration and commercial oversight across a consultancy project portfolio. You will align with Project Leads, stakeholders and delivery teams to ensure robust controls and successful project outcomes.

Work alongside cross-functional teams, manage contract compliance, lead project reviews, and support bid activities to maximise value while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Understanding of risk, issue, change, and document control processes.
• Ability to interpret contract data and monitor contractual commitments.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Experience in planning, monitoring, and reporting project performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide PMO services ensuring commercial and contractual compliance for Clients.
• Act as sector lead, supporting in-sector project managers and ensuring governance.
• Lead and participate in project meetings, including start-up and reviews.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within cost, and to required quality.
• Support bid activities and contribute to successful project delivery.

Skills

Risk & Change Control

Contractual Data Review

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Planning & Reporting

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

MS Office Proficiency

Education

Relevant Project Management Qualification

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

SYSTRA is seeking a Project Manager for its PMO to oversee governance, administration and commercial oversight across a consultancy project portfolio. You will align with Project Leads, stakeholders and delivery teams to ensure robust controls and successful project outcomes.

Work alongside cross-functional teams, manage contract compliance, lead project reviews, and support bid activities to maximise value while maintaining safety and quality standards.