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PortfolioProject Manager (Career Graded E14–F16)
Location: East Midlands
Directorate: Corporate Programme Management Office (PMO)
Grade: Career Graded E14–F16
Salary:
Reports to: Head of PMO
Help Shapethe Future of the East Midlands
Are you anorganised and analytical project professional who enjoys turning ideas intosuccessful outcomes? We're looking for a Portfolio Project Manager to join ourCorporate Programme Management Office (PMO) and support the delivery of anambitious portfolio of programmes that will make a lasting difference acrossthe East Midlands.
Thiscareer-graded opportunity offers the chance to develop your project managementexpertise while working across a wide range of strategic initiatives. Whetheryou're looking to build on your experience supporting projects or you're readyto lead complex programmes, this role provides a clear pathway for progression.
About theRole
As a PortfolioProject Manager, you'll work with colleagues across the organisation to ensureprojects are effectively planned, governed, monitored and delivered. You'llhelp embed consistent project management standards, provide high-qualityreporting, and support informed decision-making across our portfolio.
Depending onyour experience and grade, you'll:
- Support or lead the delivery ofprojects and programmes to agreed time, cost and quality standards.
- Develop and maintain project plans,risk and issue logs, governance documentation and performance reports.
- Monitor project progress andprovide clear, accurate reporting for senior leaders and governanceboards.
- Build positive relationships withinternal teams, partners and stakeholders.
- Contribute to improving PMOprocesses, tools and project management best practice.
- At higher grades, lead complexprojects, develop business cases, provide portfolio-level insight anddrive continuous improvement across the PMO.
What We'reLooking For
We're lookingfor someone who has:
- Experience supporting or deliveringprojects and programmes.
- Strong planning, organisational andprioritisation skills with a logical and methodical approach.
- Good analytical and numericalskills, with the ability to interpret a broad range of information andpresent clear recommendations.
- Knowledge of project managementmethodologies, tools and governance processes.
- The ability to manage competingpriorities and deliver high-quality work to deadlines.
- Experience managing or developingprojects.
- Knowledge of recognised projectmanagement methodologies such as PRINCE2, Agile or Lean.
- Evidence of continuing professionaldevelopment.
- Project management qualificationsor working towards accreditation.
Why Join Us?
At EMCCA,you'll help deliver programmes that improve the lives of people, businesses andcommunities across the East Midlands. You'll be supported through a structuredcareer progression framework, ongoing professional development andopportunities to work on varied, high-profile projects.
Our valuesguide everything we do:
- Lifting our region – creating lasting public value.
- Working together – building strong partnerships.
- Making an impact – turning ideas into meaningfuloutcomes.
- Being human – valuing diversity, collaborationand authenticity.
If you'repassionate about delivering projects that make a real difference and want todevelop your career within a supportive and forward-thinking PMO, we'd love tohear from you.
ClosingDate: 01/09/2026
InterviewDate: w/c 14 th September
- Up to 10 days paid leave in a 12-month period for caring responsibilities
- A hybrid work model with remote working opportunities
- Maternity, Paternity, IVF, Adopters and Foster Carers support
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- 30 days holiday (plus 2 with continuous service) + bank holidays + your birthday (up to five extra days through salary sacrifice)
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