At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a high-performing PMO function for strategic water projects.
- Company: Join South West Water, ensuring safe drinking water in stunning landscapes.
- Benefits: Up to £100,000 salary, flexible working, and great perks.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainable water solutions for future generations.
- Qualifications: Extensive project management experience and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 100000 - 100000 £ per year.
South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes.
About the Role
This is a pivotal leadership role at the heart of our Strategic Resource Options (SRO) Programme. Reporting to the Programme Director, you’ll lead a high‑performing PMO function that ensures our projects are delivered efficiently, effectively, and in alignment with our strategic priorities and regulatory frameworks. You’ll inspire teams, champion innovation, and embed best‑in‑class project governance – helping us deliver sustainable water solutions for generations to come.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead & Inspire
- Build strong, collaborative relationships across internal teams, partners, and stakeholders
- Champion a culture of trust, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Act as a key member of the SRO leadership team, deputising for the Programme Director when required
- Drive Excellence in Delivery
- Lead and develop a centralised PMO function supporting a complex portfolio of strategic projects
- Establish and embed project standards, frameworks, tools, and governance
- Oversee portfolio performance, prioritisation, and resource planning
- Manage risks, issues, and escalations to keep delivery on track
- Enable Transformation
- Drive organisational change aligned to Ofwat and RAPID frameworks
- Evolve systems, processes, and ways of working in response to a dynamic regulatory landscape
- Provide strategic insight and advice to senior leadership and the Board
- Deliver Impact
- Monitor programme performance through dashboards and executive reporting
- Ensure alignment with regional water planning and delivery models
What We’re Looking For
- Experience & Expertise
- Extensive experience in project/programme management
- People management experience
- Proven track record delivering large, complex infrastructure programmes (ideally in water or regulated sector)
- Strong background in PMO leadership, governance and portfolio management
- Experience influencing senior stakeholders and shaping strategic delivery
- Qualifications
- PMP, PRINCE2, Agile or equivalent (essential)
- Degree-level education (Master’s desirable)
- Lean Six Sigma or similar (desirable)
- Skills & Attributes
- Strategic thinker with a focus on long‑term outcomes
- Exceptional organisational and communication skills
- Collaborative, resilient, and adaptable
- Passion for driving change and delivering measurable results
What You’ll Get
- Competitive Salary – Based on experience and skills
- Company car or car allowance – Options to support your role
- Annual Bonus Scheme – Recognising company performance
- Pension Scheme – Helping you plan for your future
- Flexible Working Options – We value work‑life balance and offer flexible hours and hybrid working where possible
- Healthcare Benefits – Access to employee assistance programs
- Employee Discounts – On various products and services
- Annual Leave – Take time to recharge with our holiday entitlement
We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process. Closing Date: 29th June 2026
SRO PMO Manager in Bristol employer: Pennon Group Plc
South West Water is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide extensive training opportunities and a flexible working culture that values work-life balance. Located in the picturesque regions of Exeter or Bristol, our team enjoys not only competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits but also the chance to contribute to sustainable water solutions that benefit communities for generations to come.
