PMO Manager - SC Cleared / Eligible

PMO Manager - SC Cleared / Eligible

Department: Project Controls

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Birmingham

Description

At MIGSO-PCUBED, we believe great ideas come from everywhere. We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse community, which strengthens our ability to support clients. As a fast-growing organization, we value our people as our greatest asset and are committed to providing extensive learning and development opportunities to empower their growth alongside our ambitious goals.

We aim to create a culture where everyone is valued, inclusiveness is instinctive, and EDI is central to our values. With passion, we raise awareness, foster open dialogue, and empower everyone to contribute.

We are seeking an experienced PMO Manager to lead the Project Management Office (PMO) for CAPEX infrastructure programmes within the built environment, production, and facilities sectors. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in project controls, scheduling, and EPC delivery, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, budgetary constraints, and regulatory compliance. This role demands strong leadership, analytical rigor, and stakeholder management to drive operational excellence across physical programmes.

Our offices are based in Birmingham, but we work with clients across the Midlands and South East.

Key Resposnsibilites

Programme & Project Governance Develop and implement PMO frameworks, methodologies, and best practices for CAPEX infrastructure programmes, ensuring adherence to project controls, scheduling, and risk management standards.

Oversee EPC project lifecycles (feasibility, design, procurement, construction, and handover), ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery in alignment with business objectives.

Establish governance structures for physical programmes, including stage-gate reviews, change control, and performance metrics.

Project Controls & Scheduling Lead the development and maintenance of project controls, including cost estimation, earned value management (EVM), and critical path analysis (CPA).

Implement advanced scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, or Power BI) to monitor progress, dependencies, and resource allocation across built environment and facilities projects.

Ensure integrated master schedules (IMS) are aligned with CAPEX budgets and EPC contractual milestones.

Stakeholder & Risk Management Act as the primary interface between senior leadership, project teams, and external stakeholders (e.g., contractors, consultants, regulatory bodies).

Identify, assess, and mitigate programme risks (e.g., cost overruns, delays, or scope changes) through proactive controls and contingency planning.

Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between engineering, procurement, construction, and operations teams to ensure seamless EPC execution.

Financial & Performance Reporting Monitor CAPEX expenditure against budget forecasts, providing variance analysis and corrective action recommendations.

Develop KPIs and dashboards to track project health, schedule adherence, and cost performance for executive reporting.

Ensure compliance with financial controls (e.g., IFRS, GAAP, or company-specific CAPEX policies).

Continuous Improvement & Innovation Drive process optimization in project controls, scheduling, and EPC delivery through lean methodologies and digital transformation (e.g., BIM, AI-driven analytics).

Benchmark industry best practices in infrastructure PMO and recommend innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and scalability.

Globally, our clients are as diverse as they are influential so working in our company means making an impact on some of the largest and most interesting companies in the world.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

The successful candidate will have a combination of the below attributes – this is not a check list:

• Degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (MSc or MBA preferred).
• Experience in PMO leadership, with a strong focus on CAPEX infrastructure, built environment, and EPC projects.
• Proven expertise in project controls, including cost management, scheduling (Primavera P6/MS Project), and risk assessment.
• Experience in production and facilities environments, with hand‑on knowledge of physical programme delivery.
• Certifications: PMP, PRINCE2, or APM (or equivalent). EPC‑specific certifications (e.g., CCEP, PMI‑SP) are a plus.
• Strong analytical skills, with proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).

Our Key Benefits

• Comprehensive Learning & Development: Access to customised programs designed to support your professional growth and skill enhancement.
• Personalised Career Coaching: Receive one‑on‑one guidance to help you navigate and advance your career path.
• APM Qualifications: Gain industry‑recognised project management certifications with full support from our training programs.
• Private Medical Insurance: Enjoy comprehensive coverage that includes optical, dental, and hearing care for you and your family.
• RIDE2WORK Scheme: Save on commuting costs and promote a healthier lifestyle with our cycle‑to‑work initiative.
• Exciting Company Events: Participate in exclusive events across the UK, fostering team spirit and networking opportunities.
• Discounted Gym Membership: Stay active and healthy with access to discounted gym memberships.
• Retail Discounts: Take advantage of exclusive offers from a wide range of top retail stores.

MIGSO-PCUBED is an equal opportunities employer and seeks to employ a workforce which reflects the diverse community at large.

Please note that MIGSO-PCUBED:

• Does not extend unsolicited employment offers; offers are only extended after a thorough interview process.
• Does not charge (including through its external recruitment agency partners) prospective employees in any country any fees during the recruitment process.
• Will only contact you by email using an “migso-pcubed.com ” domain.

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