PMO Lead - SC Cleared
Posted 1 week ago by 1748937598
£575 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
South West
Summary: The PMO Lead role involves establishing a new PMO office and developing a hybrid governance framework that integrates waterfall and SAFe methodologies. The position requires strong stakeholder engagement, resource management, and risk management skills to ensure the programme's objectives are met. The role is initially for 6 months and requires on-site presence in Corsham for 2-3 days each week. Candidates with high-level security clearance are preferred due to the nature of the position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a hybrid governance framework combining waterfall and SAFe methodologies.
- Engage with key stakeholders to understand their requirements and ensure alignment with programme goals.
- Create and maintain comprehensive reporting mechanisms to track progress and identify risks.
- Oversee resource allocation and capacity planning for adequate staffing.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate risks to keep the programme on track.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives for PMO efficiency and effectiveness.
- Build and lead a skilled team to maintain control of a high-priority digital programme.
Key Skills:
- Experience in establishing PMO offices and governance frameworks.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Proficiency in project reporting and metrics.
- Resource management and capacity planning expertise.
- Risk management capabilities.
- Leadership skills to build and manage a team.
- Knowledge of waterfall and SAFe methodologies.
Salary (Rate): £575 daily
City: Corsham
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Project Management
PMO Lead - SC Cleared
Our client is looking for a PMO Lead to set up a new PMO office from scratch and to develop a hybrid governance framework integrating waterfall and SAFe methodologies. You will establish and lead the PMO, defining its structure, processes, and tools to support the programme's objectives.
Responsibilities:
Governance Framework: Develop and implement a hybrid governance framework that combines waterfall and SAFe methodologies to ensure effective project management and delivery.
Stakeholder Management: Engage with key stakeholders to understand their requirements and ensure alignment with the programme's goals.
Reporting and Metrics: Create and maintain comprehensive reporting mechanisms to track progress, identify risks, and ensure transparency.
Resource Management: Oversee resource allocation and capacity planning to ensure the programme is adequately staffed and resourced.
Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks to ensure the programme remains on track.
Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the PMO.
Team Leadership: Build and lead a small but skilled team to establish and maintain control of a high priority digital programme.
The role is for 6 months initially and requires 2-3 days in site in Corsham every week.
To be considered for the position please send your CV over.
Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.
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