PMO Manager - Innovation
Our innovation strategy is simple - We want to solve the challenges we have today as well as find answers to some of our industry’s bigger long-term challenges. Whether it's delivering water that is always good to drink, reducing waste in our processes with energy efficient technologies or improving visibility of the network, our 150+ strong team of innovators are working day in day out to make it happen.
Join us in shaping the future of innovation.
Are you passionate about driving innovation and ensuring project excellence? We’re looking for a PMO Manager - Innovation to lead governance, assurance, and delivery oversight across our Innovation portfolio.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values creativity, curiosity, and continuous improvement. This is your chance to make a real impact—driving innovation that benefits our business, our partners, and our communities.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Govern project initiation, delivery, and post-implementation reviews
- Ensure adherence to project standards and methodologies
- Provide quality assurance and 2nd line oversight for projects
- Track benefits, manage risks, and oversee cost planning
- Engage with senior stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment
- Support post-investment reviews and continuous improvement
- Full visibility of project risks and alignment with strategic goals
- Delivery of value beyond time and budget
- Strong stakeholder confidence and clear communication
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE
- Experience in PMO or project management
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Self-driven and pro-active problem solving skills
- Experience in benefits planning and delivery
- Proven ability to adapt and influence at all levels
Of course, it’s important that we attract the right skill sets, and those with the right experience but we value character, positivity and a caring attitude in equal weight.
We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We employ thousands of people from across our community who really care about what they do. Because that is how we do what we do.
And when it comes to inclusion, we’re making sure we keep up the progress with our wonderful working groups – LGBTQ+, Women in Operations & STEM, Disability and Ethnicity; who help us do just that.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.
With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven Trent family:
- Salary range of £45,000 - £55,000
- 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
- Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 of base salary per annum based on company performance)
- Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
- Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
- Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
- Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
- Family friendly policies
- Two volunteering days per year
WHATS NEXT?
We can’t wait to hear from you.
Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare. We’ll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date too - so keep an eye on your phone and emails.
And, if your curiosity has peaked and you want to find out even more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media.