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Our client, operating within the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a skilled PMO Lead to join their London-based team on a contract basis. This role is integral to the Project Operations (ProjOPS), focusing on the design, establishment, and leadership of a centralised Project Management Office (PMO). The PMO Lead will provide oversight, governance, and capacity building to enhance delivery capabilities for a portfolio of complex internal and strategic change initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and establishment of a central PMO, embedding it as a core function within Project Operations Own the ongoing management and continuous improvement of the PMO to support delivery of large, complex projects Strengthen project management capability across the organisation through capacity building Develop and maintain the PMO operating model, standards, and toolkits Establish consistent governance, oversight, and performance reporting across all project types Maintain oversight of live project delivery, providing regular performance and risk reporting to senior management Support senior leaders with resource planning and deployment of project managers, understanding stakeholder demand Embed robust project management principles into key operational processes Act as a PMO coach and advisor, supporting project managers and senior colleagues Drive continuous improvement and support functional and cultural change in partnership with Organisational Change teams Job Requirements: Proven experience setting up and leading a PMO within complex programme or operational environments Strong background in PMO governance, reporting, risk/issue management, and assurance Experience supporting senior management with performance insight, decision making, and resourcing Ability to operate credibly at senior levels, influencing without formal line management Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills Comfortable working across ambiguity and driving standardisation and improvement PRINCE2, MSP, PMP or equivalent project/programme management qualifications are desirable Additional Information: This role is Inside IR35 No line management responsibility, but significant functional leadership and influence Must be able to start quickly DV Clearance is mandatory If you are an experienced PMO Lead with a strong background in the Defence & Security sector and are ready to take on a challenging role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and impactful team in London.

Hays are now looking for a DV Cleared Infrastructure Project Manager for one of our local clients: 697 p/d Inside IR35 Candidates must have current DV Clearance Location is London 6 month+ contract In the role you will lead the end-to-end delivery of secure, resilient IT infrastructure projects. You'll work across engineering teams and senior stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned to governance and architectural standards. What you'll be doing Leading the delivery of infrastructure projects across networks, cloud, hosting, and data centres Managing project plans, RAID logs, budgets, and governance in line with PMO frameworks Providing technical oversight - reviewing designs (HLD/LLD) and ensuring feasibility, security, and scalability Engaging senior stakeholders, architects, security teams, and suppliers, translating technical detail into clear updates Managing third-party vendors, contracts (SoWs), and delivery against KPIs Identifying and mitigating risks, supporting assurance, compliance, and security accreditation processes Driving change and transition into live service, ensuring service readiness and operational handover What we're looking for Active DV (Developed Vetting) clearance - essential Proven experience delivering complex infrastructure or IT projects in secure or regulated environments Strong understanding of networks, on-prem, cloud, and enterprise IT infrastructure Ability to review and challenge technical designs (HLD/LLD) Experience working with secure systems, or high-assurance environments Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior and executive audiences Experience managing suppliers and working in multi-vendor environments Familiarity with PRINCE2, Agile, or hybrid delivery If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or please send a copy of your CV to Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)