Job Description

Job Ref: 1618P
Job Title: Senior PMO (Project Management Office) Lead
Reporting to: Head of Project Management Office (PMO)
Salary: €71,072 – €82,436
Location: Any ROI regional office (Carrick-on-Shannon, Dublin or Scariff)

Summary of Role

This is a newly created role within the Project Management Office (PMO), a recently established function within the organisation. The role offers an exciting opportunity to a suitable candidate to play a key role in shaping, embedding, and continuously improving the PMO.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of PMO and other key stakeholders to support the development and enablement of the PMO.

The PMO will be responsible for supporting the strategic planning and execution oversight of all projects aligned with the organisation’s corporate ambitions. It will also provide day-to-day support to project managers and teams, helping to enhance delivery capabilities. The projects supported will be diverse, spanning capital projects, IT, business transformation, climate change initiatives, and other key areas.

Duties and Responsibilities

Support the development, embedding, and ongoing operation of the PMO.

Drive best practice in project management processes and methodologies across the organisation, fostering a culture of efficiency and collaboration.

Derive and enable the reporting of key metrics and KPIs to Senior Management and relevant stakeholders.

Provide effective oversight of projects/programmes, including reporting against cost, scope, change, time, risk, and quality metrics.

Promote a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and learning to enhance project delivery.

Collaborate closely with Senior Management, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to drive project success.

Provide regular and ad-hoc guidance and support to project managers and project teams.

Develop and support risk/issue/project change management strategies.

Support the introduction of associated PMO IT systems.

Provide structured and ad-hoc training/mentorship to PMO stakeholders.

Comply with and actively promote organisational policies and procedures on equality.

Complete all mandatory training within specified timeframes.

Note: The above list is not exhaustive. The organisation operates in a changing environment, and flexibility will be required to adapt to new responsibilities. Reporting lines and duties may be subject to change following structural reviews.

Person Specification

Eligibility Criteria

A relevant degree or equivalent professional qualification in business, engineering, or project management (Level 8 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications or equivalent).

A minimum of five years’ experience in a Project/Programme/PMO management role within a commercial, voluntary, or public sector environment.

Recognised Project Management Qualification and/or Associate membership of a recognised Project Management professional body.

Ability and willingness to travel to regional offices. Applicants must hold a full current driving licence and/or have access to suitable transport.

Equivalent or higher qualifications may also be considered.

Essential Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate:

Proven experience of project management, with a strong understanding of lifecycles, methodologies, and governance.

Experience of working with new or existing project management processes and procedures.

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence at all levels.

Strong analytical skills to interpret, challenge, and present complex data for decision-making.

Leadership and negotiation skills, commercial and financial awareness, and strong organisational abilities.

Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing high-quality reports, presentations, and briefings for senior audiences.

Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.

Desirable Criteria

Experience and knowledge of project management software.

Awareness of considerations when working across two jurisdictions.

Knowledge of statutory guidance associated with public sector project delivery.

If this role is of interest to you, please click the APPLY button and one of the team will be in touch.

Closing date is 28th September 2025