About this role
Salary: £27,000 - 67,000 per year
Requirements: We need experience working within a PMO, Portfolio Office or Project Controls environment, supporting the successful delivery of projects and programmes.We need proven ability to coordinate and support multiple projects within a fast-paced portfolio setting.We need a strong understanding of project governance, project lifecycles and change control processes.We need previous experience maintaining project plans, RAID logs, reporting packs and delivery documentation.We need knowledge of project budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting, with strong attention to detail.We need the ability to analyse project data, identify risks and issues, and provide constructive challenge to drive successful outcomes.We need excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the confidence to engage at all levels.We need advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills, with the ability to present information clearly and effectively.Experience supporting Technology or IT change initiatives would be an advantage.A strong knowledge of portfolio management methodologies and governance frameworks is desirable.A project management qualification such as PRINCE2, P3O, APM PMQ, or equivalent would be beneficial. Responsibilities: Lead and oversee PMO governance across a portfolio of technology projects and programmes, ensuring compliance with agreed standards, controls and delivery frameworks.Provide governance, assurance and expert support to Project Managers, Portfolio Managers and stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes.Coordinate governance activities, including stage gate reviews, investment approvals and key portfolio submissions.Review and challenge project information to ensure reporting, governance artefacts and delivery plans are accurate, robust and timely.Build strong relationships with stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor on governance, delivery best practice and portfolio management.Support effective decision-making by providing clear and accurate portfolio insights, reporting and management information.Monitor project and programme performance, identifying risks, issues, dependencies and opportunities for improvement.Oversee the management of Risks, Assumptions, Issues and Dependencies (RAID), ensuring appropriate mitigation and escalation processes are in place.Support the governance and assessment of change requests, ensuring impacts to scope, timelines and budget are fully understood and managed.Manage portfolio financial controls, including budgets, forecasts, expenditure tracking and investment reporting.Analyse portfolio performance data, highlighting key trends, risks, variances and areas requiring intervention.Produce and consolidate high-quality portfolio reports for senior leadership and governance forums.Maintain accurate and reliable portfolio data, ensuring a trusted source of governance, delivery and financial information.Drive continuous improvement across PMO processes, controls and reporting, implementing lessons learned to enhance delivery effectiveness.Support the successful delivery of technology transformation initiatives, ensuring change programmes provide value and align with business objectives. Technologies: ExcelSupportOffice 365Security More:
We are Yorkshire Water, a water utility company based in the Yorkshire region of England. We serve over 5.4 million people and play a vital role in providing clean, safe drinking water and wastewater services, while also protecting the environment and supporting communities across the region. We are offering a permanent PMO Lead Technology role within our PMO team, working 37 hours per week on a hybrid basis, initially based in Bradford before moving to Leeds Valley Park in summer 2026, with 2 to 3 days per week in the office. We offer a competitive salary depending on experience, an annual incentive bonus, an attractive pension scheme, development opportunities, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and two extra wellness days, life assurance, and a wide range of benefits including health cash plan options, insurance products, retail savings, online GP service, cycle to work scheme and gym discounts. We are committed to flexible working, accessibility and reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process.
last updated 30 week of 2026