Project Manager - Project Assurance 6 Months initially Manchester - 3 days per week in the office 2 days from home Inside IR35 Job Summary: Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager with PMO expertise and a strong background in infrastructure project delivery to lead the further development and implementation of a Stage Management Plan process across a portfolio of live infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will manage the rollout of a refreshed Project Management framework designed to standardise and control project delivery in accordance with government assurance frameworks and industry best practices. This role involves working with integrated project teams and multiple stakeholders to ensure clear deliverables, effective governance, and progressive assurance at every stage of the project lifecycle. Essential Experiences: Proven project management and delivery experience on major infrastructure projects, ideally within similar operating environments. Experience working on Project Assurance projects Experience developing, implementing, or managing end-to-end project management methodologies and frameworks. Strong knowledge of PMO architecture, project governance, and assurance processes. Demonstrable ability to engage, influence, and communicate with stakeholders at all levels, including senior management. Experience with business case development aligned to government 'Better Busi...