PMO Specialist

Contechs; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading automotive consultancy in the UK is seeking a PMO Specialist for a 2-month contract based in Coventry. The role involves supporting governance structures, developing project schedules, and enhancing PM tools like Jira and Confluence. The ideal candidate should have a degree or similar experience, and familiarity with project methodologies such as PRINCE2. This position offers hybrid working and a competitive hourly rate of £27.21, with opportunities for process improvement involvement.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in PMO or project analyst roles is essential.
• Familiarity with APM or PRINCE2 methodologies is beneficial.
• Proficient in Jira for project management.
• Experience with Tableau or reporting tools is a plus.
• Demonstrated process improvement skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of governance structures across the portfolio.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and milestone plans.
• Enhance digital PM tools for team efficiency.
• Maintain risk and opportunity registers and support workshops.
• Administer change control processes and documentation.
• Maintain stakeholder maps and communication plans.

Skills

PMO support

Project scheduling

Digital PM tools

Risk management

Change control

Stakeholder communication

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Tableau

Job description

PMO Specialist

2-month contract

Based in Whitley, CV (Hybrid working)

£27.21 per hour (Inside IR35)

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility, to work full time, and travel within, the UK

About the company

I am currently recruiting on behalf of an automotive OEM, based in Coventry, who are looking for a PMO Specialist to join their team.

Job Description

As PMO Specialist, your main responsibilities will include:

• Support implementation and monitoring of governance structures across the portfolio.
• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules and milestone plans.
• Maintain and enhance digital PM tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence).
• Maintain risk and opportunity registers, support workshops, and ensure timely escalation and reporting.
• Administer change control processes, ensuring accurate documentation and tracking.
• Maintain stakeholder maps and communication plans.

Qualifications/Skills needed

• Degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience in PMO, project analyst, or support roles in complex environments.
• Familiarity with project/programme/portfolio methodologies (e.g. APM, PRINCE2).
• Proficient in Jira and coding languages for reporting and dashboards.
• Experience with Tableau or similar tools.
• Proven process improvement experience.

Why work through Contechs?

Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employees, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment.

How to Apply

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