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Glasgow Life is looking for a PMO & Governance Manager to join us on a 35 full time, fixed term contract until 31st March 2028. As PMO & Governance Manager you will be joining our in-demand Glasgow Sport service, focusing on the implementation, procurement and fit out process and launch of Baillieston Community Hub.
More about our Sport teams
As a PMO & Governance Manager you’ll be joining our Glasgow Life Sport team, playing your part in encouraging people to live an active Glasgow life. Through sport and physical activity, we promote inclusion and wellbeing throughout the city. From Glasgow Club to our Learn to Swim programmes, the services we provide allow people to experience the life-changing benefits of participating in sports at all levels. Read more on our website. https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/sport
About Glasgow Life
Glasgow Life is the charity which inspires people to lead richer, more active lives through culture and sport. Simply put, we believe that everyone deserves a great Glasgow life. We do this by delivering innovative cultural and sporting programmes and events which improve the mental, physical, and economic well-being of Glasgow. Glasgow Life also creates unforgettable experiences for tourists, strengthening the city’s visitor economy. We stage world-class events, conferences and festivals which enhance Glasgow’s international reputation. Glasgow is the first city to be named European Capital of Sport twice sport and was also the first place in the UK to be named a UNESCO City of Music.
The role
As PMO & Governance Manager, you will be an integral part of the Glasgow Life team by leading and manage the project programme, manage assigned project budgets via the scheme of delegation and resources for change control, reporting consistently against targets and risks to the organisation. You will lead and oversee specific procurement requirements for the fitout of the Community Hub as per the design specification and functional area/ service delivery needs. As key aspect of the role is to collaboration with multiple Glasgow Life services, Libraries & Communities, Sport, Arts and Music, Special Projects, to ensure a fully integrated project plan is established to deliver the agreed outcomes for Glasgow Life, Glasgow City Council, partners and stakeholders.
Reporting to our Commercial and Service Development Manager and collaborating with an established team.
The candidate
If you’re interested in joining us as a PMO & Governance Manager, you’ll need:
* Experience of successful capital project delivery within a multi-service and/or venue.
* Proven project management experience - able to initiate and lead the overall development and ongoing delivery of the Project.
* Experience with project governance methodologies and their application in a capital investment delivery environment including experience of using project governance and management tools and software.
* Experience of contract tendering and procurement experience.
You can read the full person specification for this role under the ‘Job Attachments’ section of MyJobScotland.
We offer hybrid working for some roles, with teams working between the office and home. Your line manager will agree these days with you, if suitable. This balance enables you to continue much-needed collaborative working.
Our office bases at Commonwealth House in Glasgow City Centre and Emirates Arena in the east end of Glasgow both offer great links to public transport and Emirates Arena provides free parking.
This role is working Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with the requirement to work at times in evenings and weekends to meet our charity’s needs.
We believe in the transformational power of the programmes and events we provide for the people and visitors of Glasgow. If you would like to be a part of what we do, we’d love to hear from you.
Important Dates: Closing date 3rd August and interviews are provisionally scheduled for 18th August.
Benefits at Glasgow Life
* 30 days holiday allowance plus 6.5 public holidays (for full-time roles). After 5 years completed service, the entitlement will increase to 35 days from the next annual leave year
* Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
* Discounted Glasgow Club membership and money off in our museum shops and online store
* Option to buy extra annual leave
* And much more!
Diversity matters at Glasgow Life
We're determined to reflect the extraordinary diversity of Glasgow in our workforce. Glasgow Life is on a journey to develop a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We're a Disability Confident and Carer Positive employer and invite candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Read more about our commitment to equality and diversity on our website. https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/the-small-print/an-inclusive-employer
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