At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the development of PMO systems and tools for effective project management.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at GWR, driving impactful projects.
- Benefits: Enjoy free rail travel, health care, and a pension scheme.
- Other info: We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by integrating technology with project governance.
- Qualifications: Experience in systems integration, data architecture, and project management tools.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
About the Team
The Programme Management Office (PMO) plays a central role within our Programmes Directorate. We provide the structure, support, and oversight that keep projects on track – ensuring consistency across our programmes and projects. Acting as the hub for governance, delivery support, and performance reporting, the PMO drives successful outcomes and enables our teams to deliver real impact.
About the Job
We’re looking for a Senior PMO Technical Systems Manager to lead the development and continuous improvement of the systems and tools that support enterprise‑wide portfolio, programme, and project management. This role connects PMO governance with technology, ensuring we have the right digital capabilities, data structures, and reporting solutions to support informed decision‑making and consistent delivery across GWR.
Your main responsibilities will be:
- Lead the PMO systems roadmap and implement PPM tools integrated with existing platforms such as BI/Power Platform and DocuSign.
- Act as SME for all PMO systems, driving automation, innovation, and the use of emerging technologies including AI.
- Manage relationships with IT, Finance, system users, and system suppliers, translating requirements into system enhancements.
- Ensure systems align with PMO governance, standards, and compliance requirements.
- Develop and maintain advanced BI dashboards and lead data quality initiatives to provide accurate, actionable insights.
- Manage system supplier relationships by conducting weekly and periodic system development, performance, and product backlog reviews and bug resolution.
- Implement robust access controls, audit trails, and data retention policies in PMO systems.
- Maintain and review periodically system documentation, training materials, and support guides.
The Reward
- On‑going development defined benefit pension scheme with the Railways Pension Scheme.
- Free rail travel across the GWR network for you and your family.
- Company‑sponsored health care plan.
- Discounted shopping and gym membership.
- Employee assistance programme and much more.
What we're looking for:
- Systems integration, data architecture, and automation.
- Microsoft Planner – formally known as Project For The Web.
- Microsoft Dataverse, SharePoint, Power Automate/Flow and Dynamics 365 delivering Power Apps supporting both canvas and model‑driven app development.
- Use of AI Builder and/or Copilot Studio to fulfil our long‑term AI strategy.
- Managing PMO systems, tools, or platforms at enterprise level.
- Implementing and/or optimising PPM tools and reporting environments.
- Portfolio, programme, and project management disciplines.
What you'll bring:
- Power BI data analyst certification or equivalent.
- Advanced MS Excel skills including knowledge of VBA and SQL.
- Data modelling with Power BI, intermediate DAX & Time intelligence or equivalent.
- Microsoft Power Platform App Maker or equivalent.
- API Design and Fundamentals or equivalent.
- MS Certified in designing and implementing an Azure AI solution – desirable.
- Prince2 foundation or equivalent – desirable.
Application
Please apply online via our website https://careers.firstgroup.co.uk/brand-gwr. If you have any problems applying, please email gwrrecruitment@gwr.com.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to equality of opportunity, fostering diversity, accessibility, and flexibility in the workplace.
