Senior Project Manager – Transformation PMO (Hybrid, Dublin)

About the role

Our client is expanding its PMO function and seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead a portfolio of transformation projects across the business. The role is initially a 6‑9 month fixed‑term contract with the prospect of becoming permanent, based in Dublin with a hybrid working model.

Key responsibilities

• Provide leadership, structure and project governance across multiple transformation programmes.
• Oversee delivery of large‑scale operations‑focused projects, tightly managing milestones, dependencies and budgets.
• Establish and embed programme governance, including RAID management, delivery controls and reporting frameworks.
• Develop, maintain and present high‑quality executive‑level decks for senior stakeholders.
• Engage a broad network of stakeholders, including external advisory partners, to ensure alignment with programme objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with senior leaders in operations, HR, legal, technology and finance to secure accountability and alignment.
• Support the design and evolution of a new PMO and its operating model.
• Identify, assess and mitigate programme risks and issues, escalating when necessary.
• Ensure disciplined planning, clear prioritisation and effective resource allocation across programmes.

Required profile

• Strategic senior project manager able to operate across multiple complex environments.
• Confident when interacting with C‑Suite stakeholders while capable of diving into detail.
• Highly organised, structured and resilient with strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Comfortable working in a highly governed, high‑visibility environment.
• Independent worker able to manage several programmes simultaneously.
• Available for hybrid working, with three days on‑site in Dublin.

Required skills