PMO Manager

The PMO Manager will establish and lead a newly formed Project Management Office, shaping its strategy, processes, and culture from the ground up. This role is responsible for driving project governance, improving visibility of project performance, and enabling data‑driven decision‑making across the organisation. The PMO Manager will oversee one direct report (Project Planner) and collaborate closely with project managers, finance, operations, and senior leadership to ensure consistent delivery standards and high‑quality reporting. As the PMO matures, the PMO Manager will play a pivotal role in defining future capability needs and recruiting additional team members to support the organisation’s growth. What you'll be doing: Build and mature PMO frameworks, standards, and processes to support consistent project delivery. Define and implement governance structures, including stage gates, reporting cycles, and escalation pathways. Champion best practices in planning, scheduling, risk management, and financial control. Develop robust project and portfolio reporting dashboards, KPIs, and performance metrics. Consolidate project data into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership. Introduce tools and processes to improve data quality, forecasting accuracy, and visibility of project health. Establish and embed a proactive risk management framework across all projects. Analyse project financials to identify trends in margin erosion and recommend corrective actions. Partner with finance and delivery teams to improve cost control, change management, and commercial awareness. Facilitate cross‑functional alignment and ensure timely communication of project insights. Who we are looking for: Essential An individual with highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust, influence at all levels, manage conflict effectively and foster strong collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders. A person with excellent stakeholder and client management skills, including engagement at senior levels. Proven experience in PMO leadership, project controls, or project management within a complex, multi‑project environment. Demonstrated experience building or maturing PMO functions, processes, or reporting frameworks. Deep understanding of risk management, financial controls, and margin protection in project‑based organisations. Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, Power BI, or similar). Desirable Experience in a commercial, engineering, construction, or professional services environment. Background in process improvement or change management. Experience recruiting or building high‑performing teams. About us ELIQUO HYDROK is an award-winning, established and growing, market leader. We provide water treatment solutions that keep seas and rivers clean and drinking water safe. From flood water management to sewage filtration systems, we provide innovative, environmentally considerate, cost-effective, and practical solutions to municipal water companies. We’re passionate about our people, offering a range of benefits to our valued employees, including hybrid working and a Medicash healthcare plan. You will be part of a team of 180+ colleagues delivering high-quality, essential services underpinning water infrastructure and environmental improvement across the UK. Inclusion & Diversity At Eliquo Hydrok, we are committed to fostering a culture of Fairness, Inclusion and Respect across all areas of our business. We actively promote equality and diversity, and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind - whether based on gender, race, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or employment status. Our goal is to ensure that every individual, regardless of background, feels respected, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential. To support fairness in our recruitment process, we ask all applicants to complete an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) survey after applying. This helps us monitor and improve our practices, ensuring equal access to opportunities for everyone. Benefits Flexible/hybrid working options available Medicash Health Plan Company Pension Sick Pay On-site parking Cycle to Work Scheme Company Events Appraisal and Personal Development programme