PMO Manager - Assurance & Controls
JOB_53643964757392Job type
PermanentLocation
LeedsWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Projects & Change ManagementIndustry
EngineeringPay
c.£75,000 - c.£90,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits
Lead programme controls, assurance and reporting across major capital projects.
A major Leeds based organisation is strengthening its PMO capability for a long‑term, high‑value capital investment portfolio. We’re seeking a PMO Manager – Assurance & Controls to lead programme controls, embed proportionate governance, and provide clear, insight‑led reporting that enables confident decision making across multiple projects.
What you’ll do:
- Lead programme controls: develop and implement an integrated performance approach aligning forecasts, schedules and reporting across the portfolio.
- Embed governance and compliance: roll out control processes, monitor adherence, and coordinate status reporting and key metrics to ensure accuracy and visibility.
- Elevate performance reporting: own programme and project health reporting; provide constructive challenge and support to drive solutions and continuous improvement.
- Facilitate collaboration: run workshops and working sessions to agree success criteria for project controls and promote consistency and best practice.
- Proactively manage risk: identify threats to programme performance and champion improvement and innovation across the PMO community.
What you’ll bring:
- A strong track record across major capital programmes in PMO, project controls or assurance (infrastructure/engineering/construction or similarly complex environments).
- Deep knowledge of project control best practice (time, cost, quality, risk) and experience implementing governance at scale.
- The ability to turn performance data into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
- Confident leadership and stakeholder engagement - able to coach, influence and challenge constructively.
- Familiarity with controls tools (scheduling, cost management, risk modelling) and integrated reporting.
Why apply:
- Senior remit to shape programme controls and assurance across a significant portfolio
- Hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package
- Opportunity to make a visible impact in a complex, multi‑stakeholder environment
If you’re an experienced PMO or project controls professional looking for a senior role where you can shape governance, influence delivery, and contribute to a major investment programme, we’d love to hear from you.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
PMO Manager - Assurance & ControlsJOB_536439647573922026-01-112026-04-12
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