Principal Project Manager

Amey; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider is seeking a Permanent Principal Portfolio Manager to oversee its technology investment strategy and the entire IT project portfolio. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement and requires managing risks, monitoring performance, and promoting continuous improvement in portfolio management practices. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree, have significant project management experience, and strong stakeholder management skills. Join the team to drive business value and support innovative solutions.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus and Car

Generous pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive training

Social Impact Days

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in business, IT, computer science, or related area.
• Relevant certification in PfMP (Portfolio Management Professional) or equivalent experience.
• Professional experience in IT Portfolio Management focused on service-based technology.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain IT portfolio management strategies and methodologies.
• Track performance of the IT portfolio, including risk and return.
• Monitor and control portfolio risks and issues.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Project management methodologies

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in business, IT, or related area

Relevant certification in PfMP

Tools

Agile methodologies

Waterfall methodologies

Job description

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Permanent Principal Portfolio Manager shaping the Organisation's technology investment strategy and overseeing the entire IT project portfolio, from evaluation to implementation and benefits realisation. This role offers Hybrid working with travel to other offices including Oxford, London, Birmingham, Cardiff and Liverpool.

The role also requires a commitment to continuous improvement, seeking out opportunities to enhance portfolio management practices, leverage new methodologies, and adopt innovative tools that support greater efficiency and effectiveness across the portfolio. Ultimately, the Principal Portfolio Manager serves as a trusted advisor, championing best practices in portfolio management and ensuring that the Organisation's IT investments yield tangible benefits and drive lasting business value.

HOURS OF WORK

Monday to Friday - 37.5 Hours a week

Join our vibrant, inclusive community in Amey IT Extended Leadership Team. They ensure projects align with strategic goals and OKRs, manage competing priorities and limited resources, and balance operational needs with long-term investment. The role also involves monitoring portfolio performance, managing risks and interdependencies, and working with IT colleagues to address portfolio-level risks.

The role also requires a commitment to continuous improvement, seeking out opportunities to enhance portfolio management practices, leverage new methodologies, and adopt innovative tools that support greater efficiency and effectiveness across the portfolio. Ultimately, the Principal Portfolio Manager serves as a trusted advisor, championing best practices in portfolio management and ensuring that the Organisation's IT investments yield tangible benefits and drive lasting business value.

What you will do :

• Develop, implement and maintain IT portfolio management strategies and methodologies ensuring the portfolio keeps within budget and on schedule aligning to IT Governance frameworks
• Tracking and analysing the performance of the IT portfolio, including risk and return ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and provide associated reporting.
• Monitor and control portfolio risks and issues, resolving or escalating as necessary.
• Collaborate with resource managers to manage resource risk across the portfolio to support delivery of projects on time, within budget and to acceptable quality.
• Promote continuous improvement in portfolio management practices.
• Working closely with key IT stakeholders to accommodate and schedule new opportunities into the portfolio.
• Reporting the status, value, and importance of IT projects to executive leadership.
• Providing guidance to project teams on dependencies and governance to facilitate resolution of issues that affect portfolio performance.
• Validate new IT demand through agreed Amey corporate and IT governance, steering the delivery direction into manageable work packages, projects or minor change to ensure that they meet established objectives and expectations.
• Provides practical advice and best practices to take advantage of new, or emerging, opportunities within the context of the portfolio.

What you will bring :

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in business, IT, computer science, or related area, or equivalent experience.
• Have and be maintaining relevant certification in PfMP (Portfolio Management Professional) or equivalent Experience
• Professional experience of IT Portfolio Management including projects and programmes with a focus on service-based technology and implementations i.e. SaaS
• Demonstrated expertise in stakeholder management, engaging with and persuading executive sponsors, senior leaders, and cross-functional teams to drive project alignment and achieve strategic objectives.
• Experience of working in large, complex and multi-facetted organisations and dealing with ambiguity.
• Significant experience in Project Management at a Principle / Programme level for organisations operating in international markets.
• Strong knowledge and experience with project management methodologies, such as waterfall, Agile or Scrum including tools.
• A strong understanding of business operations, financial management, risk management, dependency management and strategic planning.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities, working with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Exposure to implementing transformations and change leadership (leading change initiatives, promoting a culture of innovation and continuous improvement).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and handle ambiguity in a complex organisation.
• Experience of leadership / ownership of business / department improvement strategy initiatives.
• Responsibility of portfolio of 40+ projects with an average overall annual portfolio value of £10m+ • Knowledge and / or experience of managing projects and programmes across secure and open environments, including restrictive accreditation / legislation processes and procedures. Ability to control multiple workstreams involving a wide range of executive stakeholders with varying needs.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Why join 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.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

• Remuneration - Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions, Bonus and Car.
• 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

About Amey

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.

To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk / careers

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion / belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a disability confident leader, we're proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.

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