PROJECT MANAGEMENT OFFICE (PMO) LEAD

LOCKROSE is developing a best-in-class Project Management Office (PMO) service offering to support complex infrastructure programmes. The PMO Lead will play a key role in mobilising, leading, and evolving PMO capability across client engagements.  The role will ensure that programmes are governed effectively, deliver value, and build long-term client capability. This is a client-facing leadership role combining delivery assurance, advisory, and capability development.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

PMO Mobilisation & Leadership

·        Establish and lead PMO functions across client programmes and portfolios

·        Define PMO strategy, structure, and operating models aligned to client needs

·        Lead teams of PMO analysts, planners, and project professionals

·        Act as the senior PMO representative within client environments

Governance & Assurance (APM-aligned)

·        Design and implement governance frameworks, controls, and reporting structures

·        Establish stage gates, assurance reviews, and performance tracking mechanisms

·        Provide independent oversight of delivery confidence, risks, and issues

·        Ensure alignment with APM principles, lifecycle governance, and best practice

Portfolio & Programme Controls

·        Develop and manage integrated portfolio reporting (cost, schedule, risk, benefits)

·        Enable data-driven decision making at senior leadership level

·        Oversee planning, dependency management, and resource coordination

·        Drive consistency in tools, templates, and controls across programmes

Stakeholder Engagement

·        Build strong relationships with senior client stakeholders and sponsors

·        Lead governance forums, steering committees, and reporting discussions

·        Act as a trusted advisor on programme performance and improvement

·        Influence decision-making in complex delivery environments

Capability Development & Continuous Improvement

·        Coach and mentor client teams in project, programme, and PMO best practice

·        Assess and improve PMO maturity, aligned to APM competence frameworks

·        Embed standard methodologies, tools, and delivery approaches

·        Drive continuous improvement and innovation within PMO services

Key Skills & Experience

Essential

·        Proven experience leading PMOs within complex programmes or portfolios

·        Strong understanding of project, programme, and portfolio management (P3M)

·        Demonstrable experience in governance, assurance, and delivery controls

·        Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills (senior level)

·        Experience working in client-facing / consultancy environments

Desirable

·        APM qualification (PMQ, ChPP) or equivalent (PRINCE2, MSP, PMP)

·        Experience in infrastructure, construction, or energy sectors

·        Experience establishing or transforming PMO functions

·        Familiarity with PPM tools (e.g. Primavera, MS Project, Power BI)

Core Competencies

·        Governance and lifecycle management

·        Risk, issue, and assurance management

·        Stakeholder and communication management

·        Resource and capacity planning

·        Leadership and capability development

·        Strategic alignment and value delivery

Education

Bachelor’s degree in either Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Energy Systems, or any other related field

Master’s degree or MBA (desirable for senior roles)

Certifications & Memberships

Project Management Qualification (APM PMQ), PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent.

Membership of relevant professional bodies (APM, PMI, ICE, CIOB, RICS).

Benefits

What We Offer

Opportunity to lead high-impact projects that contribute directly to the UK’s energy transition and net‑zero ambitions.

·        A collaborative environment that values innovation, organisation, and strategic thinking.

·        Competitive salary, performance incentives, and comprehensive benefits.

·        Training and career progression across development, delivery, and programme leadership.