Senior PMO Analyst

Nutanix; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Wimborne is seeking a Senior Planner/PMO Analyst to support project and programme delivery through structured planning, governance, and reporting. You’ll maintain consistency across schedules, risk registers, and reporting processes while collaborating with Programmes, Engineering, Finance, and other key stakeholders.

The role requires 5+ years in PMO or project planning, with strong MS Project, Excel, and PowerBI skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional planning and governance

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in PMO or project planning roles.
• Proven ability to manage complex schedules and reports.
• Experience with Earned Value Management and risk tracking.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly planning cadence with schedule updates and governance.
• Maintain schedules, risk registers, and reporting processes.
• Analyse project data (critical path, earned value) to forecast outcomes.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Finance and Programme teams to ensure delivery.
• Provide mentoring to junior PMO Analyst team members.

Skills

MS Project

Advanced Excel

PowerBI

Planning & scheduling

Stakeholder management

Tools

SharePoint

PowerPoint

Job description

Eaton WimborneLocated in Wimborne, Dorset, Eaton's Aerospace division is a global leader in aerospace fuel systems, renowned for delivering fully integrated solutions for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft.Our Wimborne facility specialises in cutting-edge air-to-air refuelling systems, advanced refuelling probes, air-to-air and air-to-ground launch systems utilising both pneumatic and pyrotechnic ejection technologies, as well as a range of Defensive Aids Sub-Systems.With over 80 years of industry experience, we are recognised as the world’s leading provider of air-to-air refuelling systems, offering fifth-generation solutions to Air Forces worldwide.Our legacy of innovation and technical excellence sets us apart as the most advanced air-to-air refuelling supplier on the global stage.Located in Wimborne, Dorset, Eaton's Aerospace division is a global leader in aerospace fuel systems, renowned for delivering fully integrated solutions for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft.Our Wimborne facility specialises in cutting-edge air-to-air refuelling systems, advanced refuelling probes, air-to-air and air-to-ground launch systems utilising both pneumatic and pyrotechnic ejection technologies, as well as a range of Defensive Aids Sub-Systems.With over 80 years of industry experience, we are recognised as the world’s leading provider of air-to-air refuelling systems, offering fifth-generation solutions to Air Forces worldwide.Our legacy of innovation and technical excellence sets us apart as the most advanced air-to-air refuelling supplier on the global stage.What you’ll do:Join our Programme Management Office as a Senior Planner/PMO Analyst, supporting project and programme delivery through structured planning, governance, and reporting. You’ll maintain consistency across schedules, risk registers, and reporting processes while collaborating with Programmes, Engineering, Finance, and other key stakeholders.Key Responsibilities• Lead monthly planning cadence, including schedule updates, risk management sessions, financial reconciliation, Contract Status Report generation, and Earned Value Management reporting.• Develop and manage complex schedules using MS Project, ensuring accuracy and alignment with programme objectives.• Analyse project data (critical path, earned value, Schedule Risk Analysis) to forecast outcomes and support decision-making.• Reconcile financials and reschedule past-due tasks; provide cross-functional financial reporting.• Perform data manipulation and analytics using Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP) and PowerBI to generate actionable insights.• Facilitate risk management sessions and support gated lifecycle management processes.• Engage with stakeholders across Engineering, Finance, and Programme teams to ensure alignment and timely delivery.• Provide technical SME leadership / mentoring to more junior PMO Analyst team members, promoting Best Practice and ensuring adherence to MSD Wimborne PPM processes and the wider Eaton LCM process.Qualifications:• 5+ years’ experience in PMO or project planning roles.Skills:• Strong planning and scheduling expertise with proficiency in MS Project.• Engineering/manufacturing experience preferred.• Advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUP) and familiarity with SharePoint, PowerPoint, and PowerBI.• Excellent analytical, communication, and facilitation skills.Ability to manage stakeholders and drive governance processes effectively.The successful applicant will be in contact with US ITAR controlled technology, goods, and information. As a condition of employment, employees with access to US ITAR controlled technology and goods may be required to undergo an additional screening process as part of the recruitment process.All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.#LI-JI1