Project Management Office Lead 

Are you ready to lead the evolution of project management in a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation? We’re looking for a PMO Lead to help build and embed a newly established Project Management Office (PMO) from the ground up.

This is a unique opportunity to influence how projects are delivered across a diverse portfolio — from capital investments and IT transformation to sustainability and business change initiatives.

Role

As Senior PMO Lead, you’ll work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to drive strategic project execution, enhance delivery capabilities, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. You’ll be instrumental in shaping the PMO’s processes, systems, and impact across the organisation.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Champion best practices in project management, governance, and reporting.
  • Provide oversight across multiple programmes, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
  • Support project managers and teams with tools, training, and mentorship.
  • Lead the implementation of PMO systems and performance metrics.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels to drive project success.
  • Promote innovation and learning across the project lifecycle.

 What We’re Looking For

Essential:

  • Degree (Level 8 or higher) in business, engineering, or project management.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a PMO, project, or programme management role.
  • Recognised project management qualification (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2, Agile).
  • Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and analytical skills.
  • Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication and reporting skills.

Desirable:

  • Experience with project management software/tools.
  • Understanding of cross-jurisdictional project delivery.
  • Familiarity with public sector project governance.

A full driving licence or access to transport is required for travel between regional offices.