Project Support Officer

2 weeks ago


Bristol, United Kingdom Methods Full time

Methods Business and Digital Technology Limited
Methods is a £100M+ IT Services Consultancy who has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. Established over 30 years ago and UK-based, we apply our skills in transformation, delivery, and collaboration from across the Methods Group, to create end-to-end business and technical solutions that are people-centred, safe, and designed for the future.
Our human touch sets us apart from other consultancies, system integrators and software houses - with people, technology, and data at the heart of who we are, we believe in creating value and sustainability through everything we do for our clients, staff, communities, and the planet.
We support our clients in the success of their projects while working collaboratively to share skill sets and solve problems. Predominantly focused on the public-sector, Methods is now building a significant private sector client portfolio.
You will have experience of working in a programme management officer role involving the use of a range of programme management tools. You will be an efficient organiser with the ability to lead on programme reporting, maintain monitoring systems and establish governance documents. You will be capable of supervising a small team of business support staff.
We are looking for someone with excellent administrative skills able to approach the role with a robust attention to detail and with confidence to proactively challenge and analyse programme and project level activities
The post holder Programme Management Officer will:
Define and maintain the standards for robust programme and project management approaches. This includes the implementation and sharing of best practice as well as the development and application of project procedures, tools, and techniques
Oversee the processes and standards for managing risks and issues within project delivery
Supporting the implementation of the change framework and delivery methodologies
Ensure appropriate governance is in place and oversee assurance reviews at appropriate points in the project lifecycle
Oversee protocols to change the scope of projects and/or programmes and ensure updates configuration documents as required
Provide strategic leadership to the Portfolio Management Office
Working collaboratively and maintaining strong relationships with other business units specifically around Business Assurance and Finance. Utilising these relationships to ensure the PMO is embedded as an integral part of successful portfolio, programme and project delivery focusing on key elements of the PMO Service Model. Successful track record of leading a Programme Management Office which contributed to the successful delivery of complex projects and programmes
Previous experience setting up PMO's from scratch
Experience of financial management processes
The ability to partner with and influence senior stakeholders and to communicate at various levels of seniority confidently and honestly, solving any issues that may arise quickly and effectively
Experience of managing projects using Microsoft Project Online (desirable)
Knowledge of project methodologies and software
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft 365 and office products
Portfolio, Programme and Project (P3O) Foundation and/or Practitioner

details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society
Development - access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training
Wellness - 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme
Flexible Working - including home working and part time
Social - office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes
Time Off - 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year
Volunteering - 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation
Pension - Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution
Discretionary Company Bonus - based on company and individual performance
Life Assurance - of 4 times base salary
Private Medical Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)
Worldwide Travel Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
Travel - season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme
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