About the position
Introduction
Vacancy: PMO Manager
Location: Head Office, Bedfordview
Main job purpose:
The purpose of the role is to manage the development and implementation of the project management office activities within the organisation by establishing best in class project management methodologies, standards, and tools to support the overall strategic business objectives.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Ensure the successful implementation of the PMO's strategy, responsibilities, services, and deliverables.
- Establish frameworks and standards for Project Management.
- Coordinate project closure to validate good practice.
- Manage resource utilisation across the programmes and projects including but not limited to managing budgets within the business change and project delivery teams, identifying resources available to take on change and authorising resource allocation in partnership with other resourcing managers.
- Interface with executives to define project priorities, implementation opportunities, challenges and communicate project risks and opportunities
- Manage the operational running and continuous improvement of the PMO, including best practices and any required resource recruitment and subsequent skills development activities based on business requirements.
- Monitor and report progress against plans through regular reviews and maintain close contact with all senior stakeholders.
- Exercise rigorous change control and manage scope creep, whilst ensuring means of engagement for future opportunities and appropriate capture are provided.
- Coordinate project deliverables with Project Managers, Analysts, Business, and support contractors in a direct and indirect reporting structure.
- Set annual performance targets for direct reports and conduct performance reviews.
- Oversee Project Managers and Project Administrators for the delivery of projects/programs on time, within scope and on budget.
- Manage the delivery of projects within the agreed scope, requirements, time frames and budget across PG Group, including engagement with external parties where necessary.
Desired Experience & Qualification
Critical job requirements:
Qualification(s):
- Degree
- Project Management Qualification
Knowledge:
- Development of project management governance and processes.
- Knowledge of Project Management standards, governance, and fit-for-purpose methodologies.
- Knowledge of IT System Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
- Knowledge of Project Portfolio Management tools.
Skills:
- Analytical
- Negotiation
- Interpersonal and communication
- Business Acumen
Experience:
- 10 years Project Management experience in Information Technology
- Minimum 5 years in management position
Interested?
