PMO Manager - SC Cleared
CV-LibraryLondoncontractPosted: 27 March 2026
Apply NowPMO Manager
Rate: £460 to £525 per day (Inside IR35)
Location: Hybrid working
Clearance: Active SC Clearance required
Duration: Initial 6 months with extension potentialKey Skills:
Ideally have worked in a Government or Police environment
PMO Manager required for a high-profile account delivering multiple strategic programmes within a complex, enterprise environment. This is a key leadership role responsible for establishing, governing, and optimising the account-level PMO to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery across a portfolio of initiatives.
This position will suit an experienced PMO professional with a strong governance background and proven ability to operate at programme and portfolio level, working closely with senior stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
PMO Leadership & Governance
Establish and lead the account PMO strategy, operating model, and governance framework
Define and implement project management standards, methodologies, templates, and controls
Ensure PMO processes align with organisational goals, compliance requirements, and delivery standards
Conduct regular project audits and quality assurance reviewsPortfolio & Programme Oversight
Provide full visibility across the account portfolio, including dependencies, risks, and resource planning
Support prioritisation and sequencing of initiatives alongside senior leadership
Oversee delivery performance to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budgetReporting & Performance Management
Develop and maintain executive-level dashboards, KPIs, and portfolio reporting frameworks
Monitor progress, financial performance, risks, and issues across the portfolio
Drive proactive escalation and data-led decision makingTeam Leadership
Lead and mentor PMO analysts, project managers, and coordinators within a matrix environment
Promote delivery discipline, governance standards, and continuous improvement
Identify capability gaps and support development initiativesStakeholder Engagement
Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on portfolio performance and delivery health
Facilitate governance forums, steering committees, and programme reviews
Drive effective communication across project teams and leadership groupsContinuous Improvement
Identify opportunities to optimise PMO processes, tooling, and reporting
Champion best practice adoption and delivery maturity improvements across the accountSkills & Experience Required
Active SC Clearance (essential)
Demonstrable experience leading or managing an account-level PMO
Strong background in portfolio governance and programme delivery oversight
Proven experience managing complex, cross-functional delivery environments
Solid understanding of project management methodologies including Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at senior levels
Experience within large-scale outsourced or managed service environments highly desirableDesirable Certifications
ChPP, PMQ, MSP, or recognised PMO certifications
Rate: £460 to £525 per day (Inside IR35)
Location: Hybrid working
Clearance: Active SC Clearance required
Duration: Initial 6 months with extension potentialKey Skills:
Ideally have worked in a Government or Police environment
PMO Manager required for a high-profile account delivering multiple strategic programmes within a complex, enterprise environment. This is a key leadership role responsible for establishing, governing, and optimising the account-level PMO to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery across a portfolio of initiatives.
This position will suit an experienced PMO professional with a strong governance background and proven ability to operate at programme and portfolio level, working closely with senior stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
PMO Leadership & Governance
Establish and lead the account PMO strategy, operating model, and governance framework
Define and implement project management standards, methodologies, templates, and controls
Ensure PMO processes align with organisational goals, compliance requirements, and delivery standards
Conduct regular project audits and quality assurance reviewsPortfolio & Programme Oversight
Provide full visibility across the account portfolio, including dependencies, risks, and resource planning
Support prioritisation and sequencing of initiatives alongside senior leadership
Oversee delivery performance to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budgetReporting & Performance Management
Develop and maintain executive-level dashboards, KPIs, and portfolio reporting frameworks
Monitor progress, financial performance, risks, and issues across the portfolio
Drive proactive escalation and data-led decision makingTeam Leadership
Lead and mentor PMO analysts, project managers, and coordinators within a matrix environment
Promote delivery discipline, governance standards, and continuous improvement
Identify capability gaps and support development initiativesStakeholder Engagement
Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on portfolio performance and delivery health
Facilitate governance forums, steering committees, and programme reviews
Drive effective communication across project teams and leadership groupsContinuous Improvement
Identify opportunities to optimise PMO processes, tooling, and reporting
Champion best practice adoption and delivery maturity improvements across the accountSkills & Experience Required
Active SC Clearance (essential)
Demonstrable experience leading or managing an account-level PMO
Strong background in portfolio governance and programme delivery oversight
Proven experience managing complex, cross-functional delivery environments
Solid understanding of project management methodologies including Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at senior levels
Experience within large-scale outsourced or managed service environments highly desirableDesirable Certifications
ChPP, PMQ, MSP, or recognised PMO certifications