Head of PMO - Cambridgeshire

About the Role

Are you an experienced programme management leader ready to make a strategic impact?

We're looking for a Head of PMO to lead our Programme Management Office, ensuring our programmes and priorities are delivered effectively, on time and within budget. You'll play a key role in strengthening governance, managing risk and safeguarding public investment across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the PMO team, driving effective programme delivery.
• Oversee programme prioritisation, governance and assurance.
• Lead corporate risk management, audit reporting and business continuity.
• Drive performance monitoring, reporting and programme evaluation.
• Support business cases, funding bids and investment decisions.
• Embed best practice project management and develop organisational capability.
• Build strong partnerships with senior leaders and external stakeholders.

About You

You'll bring:

• Significant experience in programme management and assurance.
• A proven track record of delivering complex, cross-organisational programmes.
• Strong knowledge of governance, risk, budgets and performance reporting.
• Experience leading teams and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, strategic thinking and relationship-building skills.
• A commitment to our CIVIL behaviours: Collaboration, Integrity, Vision, Innovation and Leadership.

Why Join Us?

Join CPCA and help shape the successful delivery of programmes that support our region's priorities. This is an opportunity to influence strategic decisions, protect public investment and make a real difference across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.

Ready to Apply?

Submit your application through our recruitment system, demonstrating how your experience meets the requirements of the role.

Closing date: 8th November 2026

This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Disability Confident Employer We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to inclusive recruitment.