At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and enhance the PMO function, ensuring effective project governance and reporting.
- Company: A growing consultancy focused on transformative public sector projects.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with excellent career advancement opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by improving project delivery in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in PMO management and strong stakeholder communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 50000 £ per year.
I'm currently working with a growing consultancy that delivers transformation programmes across a range of public sector clients. Due to continued growth, they're looking to appoint an experienced PMO Manager to lead and develop their Project Management Office, ensuring projects are delivered with strong governance, effective controls and clear reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys improving PMO capability, working closely with senior stakeholders and supporting the successful delivery of complex transformation programmes.
Location: Near Macclesfield - Hybrid
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
Employment Type: Permanent
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and continuously improve the PMO function
- Establish and maintain governance frameworks, standards and reporting
- Produce portfolio dashboards and executive reporting
- Manage project controls, including RAID, change control and dependencies
- Support planning, resource management and delivery assurance
- Facilitate governance forums and project boards
- Drive continuous improvement across project delivery
- Build strong relationships with project teams and senior stakeholders
Skills & Experience
- Previous experience in a PMO Manager or Senior PMO role
- Strong understanding of project governance and PMO best practice
- Experience with portfolio reporting and project controls
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Experience using Microsoft Project, Jira, Azure DevOps or similar PPM tools
- Knowledge of PRINCE2, Agile, MSP or other recognised delivery methodologies
- Previous public sector experience is highly desirable
PMO Manager in Macclesfield employer: IO Associates
Join a leading engineering organisation that values innovation and excellence, offering a dynamic work culture where your contributions directly impact high-performance solutions in safety-critical environments. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to mentor fellow engineers and shape technical direction while working in an Agile/SAFe environment. Located in the UK, this role provides a unique chance to be part of cutting-edge projects in defence, aerospace, and industrial technology, ensuring a rewarding and meaningful career path.
