Pmo Lead

PMO Lead / Director – Data Centre Projects

We are supporting a leading international consultancy in the appointment of a PMO Lead / Director to support the delivery of large-scale data centre projects across the UK and Europe. Based in London, this role offers a hybrid working model (typically 3 days in office/project, depending on programme requirements).

This is a senior leadership opportunity within a high performing project controls function, where you will play a key role in driving governance, improving programme performance, and supporting the successful delivery of complex, mission critical developments.

Responsibilities

PMO Governance & Framework Leadership

Establish, implement, and continuously refine PMO governance frameworks, processes, and controls across complex data centre programmes, ensuring consistency, compliance, and best practice delivery.

Programme Controls & Performance Management

Lead integrated project controls across cost, schedule, risk, and change management, ensuring accurate baseline establishment and ongoing performance tracking across all phases of the project lifecycle.

Stakeholder & Client Leadership

Act as a senior interface with clients and key stakeholders, leading workshops, presenting at executive level, and ensuring clear communication of project status, risks, and strategic outcomes.

Reporting, Data & Digital Integration

Oversee the development of high-quality reporting outputs, including dashboard-style reporting (Excel/Power BI), ensuring data is translated into clear, actionable insights for decision-making.

Team Leadership & Capability Development

Lead, mentor, and develop PMO and project controls teams, driving high performance, succession planning, and continuous improvement within a consultancy-led environment.

Requirements

Proven experience in a PMO Lead / Director or senior Project Controls role within large-scale construction or data centre projects

Strong understanding of full project lifecycle (design through commissioning) within a consultancy or client-facing environment

Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage and influence at senior/executive level

Must have UK Passport or existing RTW in the UK

Benefits

£100,000 - £110,000 + Package
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed