Become a change maker and join Node4.
Node4 has a committed, talented, and diverse workforce that is growing all the time, and as we expand through our own growth and acquisitions we never lose sight of the most important part of our business – our people. We want you to grow, learn, and evolve alongside us.
So, whether you’re just starting out in your career or looking to progress as an industry professional, Node4 has a place for you.
About the role
The PMO Analyst is an integral part of the PMO structure, typically working within a specific practice under the guidance of a PMO Business Partner. Think of this role as the “boots on the ground” for project oversight – directly interfacing with Project Managers and project teams to ensure that planning and governance standards are upheld throughout the project lifecycle. The PMO Analyst ensures that projects start with a solid plan, stay on track with regards to scope, time and cost, and follow the organisation’s delivery methodology and governance checkpoints.
Key Responsibilities
* Project Planning: Work closely with Project Managers during the initiation and planning phases of a project. The PMO Analyst helps ensure that each project has a comprehensive and realistic project plan. This might include assisting in developing the work breakdown structure (tasks, timelines, milestones), resource plan, and budget estimates. They make sure, for example, that a standard project in the practice accounts for all necessary phases (design, build, testing, deployment, etc.) and sufficient resources are planned at the outset when the plan is initially baselined.
* Ongoing Project Monitoring: Once execution is underway, the PMO Analyst continuously monitors project progress against the plan. They track key parameters such as timelines (are tasks/milestones being completed on schedule?), budget and commercial health, and scope changes. The PMO Analyst will often maintain the central project status dashboard for their practice – support entering any reported slippages and keeping an eye on the critical path. If something deviates (e.g., a milestone is missed or a change request is raised), they are there to ensure standards are followed and the project health remains intact.
* Governance and Compliance Checks: Ensure that each project is following the PMO’s project governance standards and methodology steps. This includes coordinating and sometimes facilitating governance activities such as stage gate reviews, quality assurance checkpoints, and project audits. For instance, before a project moves from design to build, the PMO Analyst might use a checklist to confirm that all required deliverables for the design phase are completed and approved (requirements docs, design specs, stakeholder sign‑off, etc.). If any governance artifact is missing (say a risk register hasn’t been started), the PMO Analyst will prompt the Project Manager to create one. This role ensures process compliance, that projects adhere to the agreed templates, documentation, and reviews that the PMO requires for consistency and quality.
* Resource Management: While the Planning team are working with the PMO Business Partners to allocate resources at a high level, the PMO Analyst focuses on low‑level resource usage within projects in their practice. They keep tabs on whether the allocated people are being utilised as planned on the project. If a project’s resource is sitting idle or, conversely, overworked due to scope creep, the PMO Analyst will act to resolve. They coordinate with the PMO Business Partner if support is required for major resourcing adjustments, e.g., a high number of change controls or a resource is required to depart a project in full. In essence, they help optimise resource use at the micro (project) level, in line with the macro plan.
* PMO Administration: Play an active role in maintaining leave requests, both absence and annual leave, ensuring that appropriate action is taken to keep project plans/schedule intact.
What will you bring?
* Understanding of project delivery and planning
You’re comfortable working alongside Project Managers to support planning, tracking timelines, budgets and overall project health.
* Strong organisation and attention to detail
You keep things accurate, up to date and well structured, ensuring plans, documentation and governance checkpoints are consistently maintained.
* Confidence working with project data and reporting
Able to track progress, update dashboards and spot risks or slippage early, keeping stakeholders informed.
* Ability to work with and support delivery teams
You can engage confidently with Project Managers, holding standards where needed while remaining collaborative and supportive.
* Proactive mindset with a focus on delivery quality
You take ownership, flag issues early and look for practical ways to keep projects running smoothly.
What can we offer you?
* Hybrid Working
* Private Medical Insurance or Company Paid Health Cash Plan
* Employee Assistance Program
* 25 days holidays plus your birthday off
* Option to purchase additional holiday (up to 5 days)
* Company Pension Scheme
* Life Assurance x 4
* A diverse workforce
* Employee training through the Node4 Academy
* Family savings and shopping discounts through the Node4 benefits portal.
* Discounted Gym Membership
* Modern facilities with open and welcoming breakout areas
* Company Social events
* Never ending supply of hot and cold drinks, biscuits, sweets, and fruit
Why join Node4?
Founded in 2004, Node4 has experienced exceptional growth and success over the years. From an office in Derby to locations nationwide, from three people to a workforce of over 1200, we are proud that our people are the driving force behind our success. We are a vibrant, passionate, and diverse team committed to providing exceptional service as standard. We are proud of our employees and the environment that reflects our core business values of Passion, Innovation, and Trust.
Node4 is the place to be if you are passionate about technology and providing exceptional service while developing your career within a welcoming and evolving company.
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