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Hays

PMO Manager

Hays
Australia · Contract · Mid-Senior

PMO Manager

Location: Wollongong

Working arrangement: Hybrid (3-4 days on site)

Rate: $80-85 p/h+ super


Your new company


A well‑established organisation is entering a new strategic planning cycle and is seeking an experienced PMO Manager to support the uplift of project governance, portfolio oversight, and delivery capability. You will join a collaborative and growing team and play a key role in ensuring successful implementation of the new strategy.


Your new role

You will take the lead of the Project Management Office and oversee all PMO operations, governance processes, and portfolio performance. You will also work closely with the wider team to support its delivery needs.


In this role, you will be responsible for:

  • Leading the structure, governance, and operational performance of the PMO
  • Managing resource allocation across multiple concurrent projects
  • Overseeing portfolio management and ensuring alignment with organisational priorities
  • Defining and embedding project management methodologies, templates, and tools
  • Ensuring compliance with organisational standards and best‑practice frameworks
  • Forecasting resource needs and supporting capacity planning across the portfolio
  • Providing consolidated reporting, insights, and escalations to leadership
  • Facilitating governance forums and working closely with senior stakeholders
  • Driving continuous improvement across PMO processes, systems, and reporting
  • What you'll need to succeed


    • Demonstrated experience as a PMO Manager within a complex environment
    • Strong understanding of project management governance, frameworks, and methodologies
    • Experience managing project resources and overseeing portfolio performance
    • Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills
    • Ability to lead uplift initiatives and implement delivery improvements
    • Strong analytical and reporting capability with a focus on quality and standards


    What you'll get in return


    • Daily rate $80-85 p/h + super
    • 6‑month contract opportunity within a supportive and engaged team
    • Ability to influence strategic uplift during a key organisational transition
    • Exposure to a diverse project portfolio and meaningful PMO leadership experience


    What you need to do now

    If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to [email protected]

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    Posted
    Feb 06, 2026
    Type
    Contract
    Level
    Mid-Senior
    Location
    Wollongong
    Company
    Hays

    Industries

    Government Relations Services

    Categories

    Project Management

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