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Job title: PMO

Location: Stevenage, hybrid 3 days on site

Scope

The PMO function sits at the core of our Transverse Operations structure, providing the governance, assurance, and consistency that underpin both Delivery and Practice Management. With a defined career framework spanning Junior PMO, PMO, Senior PMO, and PMO Manager, the team ensures capability at every level, matching expertise to client needs—ranging from foundational project support through to strategic oversight of complex programmes.

Our PMO underpins the smooth running of client engagements across work packages, managed services, and fully externalised models. By standardising processes, maintaining documentation, driving reporting, and supporting governance, the team safeguards quality, compliance, and efficiency. Acting as a trusted partner to clients and delivery leads, the PMO provides stability, transparency, and assurance across diverse public and private sector portfolios, while continuously improving practices to strengthen both immediate outcomes and long-term service maturity.

Role

As a PMO, you will play a leading role in ensuring robust governance and effective delivery across multiple projects and services. You will oversee PMO activities, provide guidance to junior colleagues, and work closely with project managers, senior stakeholders, and clients to drive reporting, controls, and performance management.

In addition to maintaining project frameworks, you will support the planning and delivery of complex work packages, monitor risks and dependencies, and provide assurance to both internal and external stakeholders. This position requires strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence outcomes and shape best practice across the PMO function. You will also act as a mentor and role model within the PMO career framework, helping to build capability and maturity across the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination and delivery of PMO services across multiple projects and client engagements.
• Own and develop project governance processes, ensuring consistent application across work packages.
• Produce and present high-quality reports, dashboards, and insights for senior stakeholders and clients.
• Provide assurance on risk, issue, dependency, and change management, escalating where necessary.
• Oversee financial and resource tracking, supporting forecasting and capacity planning.
• Facilitate key governance forums, steering groups, and project boards.
• Contribute to the definition and management of work packages, ensuring scope, quality, and delivery standards are met.
• Act as a key point of contact between delivery teams, practice management, and clients, ensuring alignment and transparency.

Required Experience

• Proven experience in a PMO, project support, or project management environment, with exposure to complex programmes.
• Strong understanding of governance, controls, and reporting frameworks.
• Experience supporting or coordinating delivery of work packages or managed services.
• Familiarity with financial tracking, resourcing, and capacity management.
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders in both public and private sector contexts.

About us

Akkodis is a global leader in engineering, technology, and R&D, harnessing the power of connected data to drive digital transformation and innovation for a smarter, more sustainable future. As part of the Adecco Group, Akkodis combines the expertise of AKKA and Modis, with over 50,000 engineers and digital specialists across 30 countries in North America, EMEA, and APAC. Our teams bring extensive cross-sector knowledge in critical technology areas such as mobility, software services, robotics, simulations, cybersecurity, AI, and data analytics, enabling clients to tackle complex challenges in today’s rapidly evolving markets.

With a comprehensive solution portfolio across four service lines—Consulting, Solutions, Talents, and Academy—Akkodis supports clients from concept through to full-scale deployment and optimisation. Our diverse offerings help organisations rethink product development, accelerate productivity, reduce time-to-market, and prepare for the future. At Akkodis, you’ll join a dynamic environment that values continuous learning and global collaboration, where you can make a meaningful impact through innovative projects that shape the future of technology.

Job title: PMO

Location: Stevenage, hybrid 3 days on site

Scope

The PMO function sits at the core of our Transverse Operations structure, providing the governance, assurance, and consistency that underpin both Delivery and Practice Management. With a defined career framework spanning Junior PMO, PMO, Senior PMO, and PMO Manager, the team ensures capability at every level, matching expertise to client needs—ranging from foundational project support through to strategic oversight of complex programmes.

Our PMO underpins the smooth running of client engagements across work packages, managed services, and fully externalised models. By standardising processes, maintaining documentation, driving reporting, and supporting governance, the team safeguards quality, compliance, and efficiency. Acting as a trusted partner to clients and delivery leads, the PMO provides stability, transparency, and assurance across diverse public and private sector portfolios, while continuously improving practices to strengthen both immediate outcomes and long-term service maturity.

Role

As a PMO, you will play a leading role in ensuring robust governance and effective delivery across multiple projects and services. You will oversee PMO activities, provide guidance to junior colleagues, and work closely with project managers, senior stakeholders, and clients to drive reporting, controls, and performance management.

In addition to maintaining project frameworks, you will support the planning and delivery of complex work packages, monitor risks and dependencies, and provide assurance to both internal and external stakeholders. This position requires strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence outcomes and shape best practice across the PMO function. You will also act as a mentor and role model within the PMO career framework, helping to build capability and maturity across the team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination and delivery of PMO services across multiple projects and client engagements.
• Own and develop project governance processes, ensuring consistent application across work packages.
• Produce and present high-quality reports, dashboards, and insights for senior stakeholders and clients.
• Provide assurance on risk, issue, dependency, and change management, escalating where necessary.
• Oversee financial and resource tracking, supporting forecasting and capacity planning.
• Facilitate key governance forums, steering groups, and project boards.
• Contribute to the definition and management of work packages, ensuring scope, quality, and delivery standards are met.
• Act as a key point of contact between delivery teams, practice management, and clients, ensuring alignment and transparency.

Required Experience

• Proven experience in a PMO, project support, or project management environment, with exposure to complex programmes.
• Strong understanding of governance, controls, and reporting frameworks.
• Experience supporting or coordinating delivery of work packages or managed services.
• Familiarity with financial tracking, resourcing, and capacity management.
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders in both public and private sector contexts.

About us

Akkodis is a global leader in engineering, technology, and R&D, harnessing the power of connected data to drive digital transformation and innovation for a smarter, more sustainable future. As part of the Adecco Group, Akkodis combines the expertise of AKKA and Modis, with over 50,000 engineers and digital specialists across 30 countries in North America, EMEA, and APAC. Our teams bring extensive cross-sector knowledge in critical technology areas such as mobility, software services, robotics, simulations, cybersecurity, AI, and data analytics, enabling clients to tackle complex challenges in today’s rapidly evolving markets.

With a comprehensive solution portfolio across four service lines—Consulting, Solutions, Talents, and Academy—Akkodis supports clients from concept through to full-scale deployment and optimisation. Our diverse offerings help organisations rethink product development, accelerate productivity, reduce time-to-market, and prepare for the future. At Akkodis, you’ll join a dynamic environment that values continuous learning and global collaboration, where you can make a meaningful impact through innovative projects that shape the future of technology.

Our client, a leading UK software business, is currently hiring for a Head of Project Management. You will lead a team of multi skilled project managers, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality solutions to budget and quality, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with customers, stakeholders and senior management where necessary.
• Lead a team of project managers, providing mentorship, guidance, and support to ensure their professional growth.
• Oversee the execution of software projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project-related issues and communications with stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Continuously assess and enhance project management processes, methodologies, and tools for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with resource managers to allocate the appropriate resources to projects based on their expertise and availability.
• Produce monthly and ad-hoc reports on group delivery performance to the Board and provide insights to support our growth and mitigate risk.

Requirements

• Ideally 5+ years’ experience in a project management leadership role and software delivery.
• Have proven ability to effectively lead, motivate and develop teams.
• Experience of fostering collaboration and accountability across teams and functions.
• Have an eagle eye for detail and numbers with a high level of proficiency in the use Microsoft Excel and/or Power BI.
• The ability to multi task and identify and manage risk are fundamental to your success in this role.
• A degree in computing, IT or business management would be advantageous

This is a full-time, permanent role, Monday to Friday, with a hybrid working arrangement, expect to be in the office once a week. Offices are located in Bedford.

Our client offers an excellent remuneration package and excellent career progression prospects.

Please apply online to be considered.

Our client, a leading UK software business, is currently hiring for a Head of Project Management. You will lead a team of multi skilled project managers, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality solutions to budget and quality, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with customers, stakeholders and senior management where necessary.
• Lead a team of project managers, providing mentorship, guidance, and support to ensure their professional growth.
• Oversee the execution of software projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project-related issues and communications with stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Continuously assess and enhance project management processes, methodologies, and tools for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with resource managers to allocate the appropriate resources to projects based on their expertise and availability.
• Produce monthly and ad-hoc reports on group delivery performance to the Board and provide insights to support our growth and mitigate risk.

Requirements

• Ideally 5+ years’ experience in a project management leadership role and software delivery.
• Have proven ability to effectively lead, motivate and develop teams.
• Experience of fostering collaboration and accountability across teams and functions.
• Have an eagle eye for detail and numbers with a high level of proficiency in the use Microsoft Excel and/or Power BI.
• The ability to multi task and identify and manage risk are fundamental to your success in this role.
• A degree in computing, IT or business management would be advantageous

This is a full-time, permanent role, Monday to Friday, with a hybrid working arrangement, expect to be in the office once a week. Offices are located in Bedford.

Our client offers an excellent remuneration package and excellent career progression prospects.

Please apply online to be considered.

• Establish and maintain robust project management frameworks, methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban, Waterfall, Hybrid), and best practices for software development projects.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of project managers, providing guidance, support, and performance management.
• Oversee the entire project lifecycle, from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, control, and closure.
• Ensure effective resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder communication across all projects.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, product management, QA, and other departments to align project goals with business objectives.
• Drive the adoption of project management tools and technologies to enhance efficiency and reporting.
• Develop and manage project portfolios, providing regular updates on progress, risks, and key metrics to senior leadership.
• Implement and champion change management processes to facilitate smooth project execution.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the PMO, identifying and implementing lessons learned.
• Manage external vendor relationships and project-specific contracts as needed.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and company policies.
• Contribute to strategic planning and roadmap development for the engineering department.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. PMP, CSM, or equivalent certification is required.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in project management, with at least 4 years in a leadership role managing project managers and PMOs, specifically within software development environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in various project management methodologies, including Agile, Scrum, Kanban, and hybrid approaches.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex, enterprise-level software projects.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Excellent leadership, team-building, and people management skills.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, MS Project) and collaboration tools.
• Strategic thinking and strong analytical problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive and lead effectively in a fully remote work environment.

• Provide high-level administrative support to project managers and project teams.
• Manage project documentation, including creating, organizing, and maintaining project files, reports, and correspondence.
• Schedule and coordinate project meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and track action items.
• Assist in developing and updating project plans, timelines, and status reports.
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to gather information and ensure smooth communication flow.
• Monitor project progress and identify potential risks or issues, escalating them to project managers as necessary.
• Support the procurement process, including vendor management and invoice processing.
• Maintain project databases and ensure data accuracy.
• Assist with budget tracking and financial administration related to projects.
• Ensure project documentation adheres to organizational standards and quality requirements.
• Provide general administrative support to the project management office.

• Proven experience in an administrative or project support role, preferably in a project management environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello) is highly desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a hybrid work setting.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and task management.
• Discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies is a plus.
• Experience in a university, research, or technical environment is advantageous.
• This is a hybrid role, requiring regular attendance at our Cambridge office along with remote working days.