IT PMO Coordinator

At Buro Happold, we are driven by a commitment to creating a better future through engineering, design and advisory expertise.  As part of our Global IT Team, you’ll have the opportunity to play a key role in improving the systems, processes and technology that support our international business.We are looking for a proactive, organised and experienced PMO Co-ordinator to join our IT Global PMO Team.This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys combining project management, systems and process improvement, and wants to help shape the future of project management within a collaborative global environment.We're looking for someone with strong project management and technical capability with a passion for systems and process improvement, and the confidence to work with stakeholders at all levels.Key responsibilitiesSupport the IT PMO Manager in planning and tracking the IT Portfolio projects from Ideation through to Closure.  Monitor project progress and escalate concerns where applicable.Co-ordinate central PMO governance meetings, preparing agendas, reports and dashboard to support prioritisation and decision-making.   Record and distribute clear and accurate actions and decisions.Own and support key PMO processes, identifying improvements and efficiencies, driving best practice across the IT portfolio.Support project governance stage gate reviews and governance processes.Maintain resource and capacity plans and support project resource scheduling together with the IT Teams.Production and consolidation of project reporting into portfolio level dashboards and executive level reports to support governance meetings and leadership requirements.Analyse project and portfolio performance data, identifying trends, risks and areas requiring management attention.Ensure project and portfolio data is accurate, complete and up to date.Engage with key stakeholders to gather reporting data, analyse and challenge where appropriate to drive high quality across all projects.Build strong relationships across all internal teams, including Finance, HR and IT.EssentialExperience working within a PMO, project, programme or portfolio management environment.Strong reporting and analytical skills, including advanced Microsoft ExcelStrong organisational and planning skillsExperience creating dashboards and management informationKnowledge and understanding of project delivery methodologies and governanceAbility to analyse and interpret complex data setsExcellent written and verbal commcation skillsStrong stakeholder management and influencing skillsHigh attention to detail and commitment to data accuracyAbility to work pro-actively, managing own workloadDesirableExperience working with core PMO tools, JIRA, Clarity, Planview or SmartsheetsExperience with reporting tools, such as PowerBI or other BI report toolingPrince2, Agile, APM qualificationsA place for everyoneBuro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of how you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.   Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive. We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact [email protected] so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.#LI-CS1 #LI-Hybrid