Interim PMO Director

At Morson Edge, we are proud to be supporting one of the UK's most significant infrastructure programmes - Sizewell C - in the appointment of a Project Management Office (PMO) Director. This is a rare opportunity to take on a career-defining leadership role at the forefront of the UK's energy transformation. Building on the success of Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C is a nationally critical nuclear new build project in Suffolk, now in construction following planning approval and Government financing support. Once complete, it will provide reliable, low-carbon electricity to six million homes for at least 60 years, playing a pivotal role in achieving the UK's Net Zero ambitions. If you are motivated by purpose, scale and complexity - and want to shape a project that will define the next generation of UK infrastructure - this is the platform to do it. The Opportunity Reporting directly to the Delivery Director, the PMO Director will hold end-to-end accountability for establishing, leading and embedding a best-in-class Project Management Office across this high-profile megaproject. This is a broad, senior appointment with strategic influence at executive and board level. You will define the PMO vision, operating model and governance framework, ensuring a single, integrated baseline across schedule, cost, risk and data - creating true transparency and a "single source of truth" for performance management. The PMO will act as the centre of excellence across: Integrated Programme Controls Driving forward-looking performance management across: Schedule Management Cost Management Risk & Opportunity Management Baseline & Change Control Reporting & Data Analytics You will directly inform executive decision-making on resource allocation, critical path management and delivery strategy. Digital, Data & Information Management Owning the digital and data strategy, establishing governance standards and ensuring the successful deployment of systems and tools that enable efficient, high-quality project delivery. Programme Excellence & Innovation Partnering with delivery programmes to embed continuous improvement initiatives, optimise efficiency and ensure lessons learned are captured and implemented. PMO Operations & Stakeholder Assurance Acting as the focal point for complex stakeholder requirements - from shareholders to regulators - ensuring robust, factual and consistent reporting that builds confidence at every level. Key Accountabilities 1. Establish & Lead the Sizewell C PMO Define and implement the PMO vision, mission and operating framework Build and lead a high-performing team with clear accountabilities Embed recognised best-practice project controls processes and tools Ensure visibility and transparency of the critical path Own internal and external reporting obligations Drive innovation through digital platforms and advanced analytics 2. Leadership & Culture Provide strategic leadership across a multidisciplinary function Build capability, succession and a strong talent pipeline Foster a cost-conscious, performance-driven culture Champion continuous improvement and organisational learning Proactively identify and manage programme risks and issues 3. Stakeholder Engagement Build strong working relationships across Sizewell C and Hinkley Point C Act as senior interface for Schedule, Cost & Risk with third parties (e.g. National Audit Office, shareholders) Engage confidently with Government bodies, regulators and suppliers Represent the project externally, showcasing delivery excellence About You We are seeking an experienced senior leader with a strong track record in major capital programmes, ideally within the nuclear or highly regulated infrastructure sector. You will bring: Proven experience shaping and leading strategic change within large-scale projects Senior leadership experience, including budgetary and workforce responsibility Expertise in managing contractors, consultants and advisers in complex construction environments Deep knowledge of project controls best practice Strong capability in strategic planning and risk analysis Excellent influencing, facilitation and presentation skills Advanced numerical and analytical ability A well-developed understanding of the nuclear sector and market mechanisms Degree qualification and chartered status (or equivalent) in engineering, physics or a related discipline Why This Role? This is more than a PMO leadership role. It is an opportunity to shape one of the UK's most significant energy infrastructure projects, contributing directly to national energy security and climate goals. At Morson Edge, we are looking to speak with senior leaders who are ready to take ownership of something extraordinary - combining strategic influence, technical depth and lasting societal impact. If you are ready to define delivery excellence on a megaproject of national importance, we would welcome a confidential conversation