Project Manager (PMO)

ZipRecruiter; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled PMO to enhance project delivery and support agile methodologies. This role, based in Oxfordshire with a hybrid working option, involves managing a portfolio of projects, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of Project Management experience, a relevant degree, and proficiency in tools like Microsoft Project. Join a dynamic team and contribute to impactful projects in the power industry, where your expertise will drive success and innovation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of strong Project Management experience is mandatory.
• Must have a background in the power industry.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of scheduled works and project execution performance.
• Manage project requirements, objectives, scope, plans, budgets, and timelines.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Risk Management

Data Collection and Analytics

Negotiation

Action Planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Project Management Qualification

Technical Qualification in Electrical Power Distribution

Tools

Microsoft Project

D365

Job description

Job Description

As a PMO, you will support your peers in the delivery of all scheduled works, providing support and ensuring the functions of monitoring and control of project execution performance; development of project management methodologies, implementation of professional PPM tools; program and portfolio management and strategic project management. You will support and maintain our agile methodologies, resolving scheduling clashes or queries and support open and free flowing communications.

Job Dimensions:

The role will be based in Oxfordshire with a hybrid working option available. The role will require some travel around the UK when required.

The role has line management accountability for Project Managers. For smaller projects, the role is accountable for the delivery of work via project leads. The role will report directly to the Head of Energy Services.

Key Accountabilities:

• Sets and provides Project Management Office support, reporting cadence, and governance for Energy Services.
• Manage the portfolio in line with pipeline/sales and active projects.
• Maintain a portfolio plan.
• Manage project requirements, objectives, scope, plans, budgets, and financial expectations.
• Manage resource allocation and sourcing options with the Operations Manager.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve successful project delivery.
• Develop and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, and industry partners.
• Oversee the timely execution of projects and related tasks, ensuring timelines are met with accuracy.
• Guide cross-functional teams to meet targets and manage scope changes.
• Manage the delivery of multiple projects involving internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage customer feedback with project leads and clients.
• Ensure projects and programs are managed successfully, aligned with Compliance, Quality, and Health and Safety Standards.

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Strong Project Management experience – 5+ years (mandatory).
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Technical qualification or relevant experience in electrical power distribution or related industry (desirable).
• Project Management or Leadership qualification (desirable).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project (Essential).
• Experience with D365 (Desirable).

Job Specific Skills:

• Action Planning
• Project and Project Management Office
• Risk Management
• Communication
• Data Collection and Analytics
• Negotiation
• Policies, Processes, and Procedures
• Project Change Management
• Requirements Traceability and Management
• Requirements Creation and Verification
• Project Schedule and Resource Management
• Project Tracking and Reporting

Applicant must have a background in the power industry.

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