Fingleton White provide multidiscipline engineering services for the energy industry. We provide a full range of design, construction and commissioning services and are active across many sectors including Renewables, Gas Networks, Water, Energy & Utilities, and Asset Management. The company is responsible for planning and development of some of the most significant projects in the energy sector in Ireland. We have 8 offices across Ireland, Northern Ireland and England with over 200 staff.
Who We Are….
We have a proven track record of delivering lasting solutions which we design based on a first principles approach. Our priority is to get the engineering fundamentals right.
Fingleton White is a company that has been built on sustainability. Our very first project was a hydroelectric power station. Over our 40-year history, we have developed our own projects which have delivered CO2 emissions savings of well over 2 million tonnes. We are focussed on reducing our carbon footprint and having a positive impact on our environment and communities through our biodiversity initiatives, our energy efficiency programmes and implementing sustainable development targets.
Our Projects….
Achieving zero carbon will require a diverse range of solutions and approaches. Our clients require individualised pathways to ensure they can achieve CO2 reductions in a cost-effective manner that reflects their specific business needs and goals. Fingleton White is a key solution
provider in this complex journey. We are delivering renewables projects, carbon reduction projects, energy efficiency upgrades and improvements for our clients.
Our People….
Our people are our only asset and are our USP. Our people are key to everything we do. Business and client requirements are constantly changing, it is essential that we provide the tools to allow our team to develop their skills and expertise to match these demands. We challenge our engineers to develop and progress within the organisation. Our Development and Progression Framework details how people can develop within their roles and progress their career within the organisation.
Fingleton White is an Engineers Ireland's CPD Accredited Employer and we have systems in place to provide employees with targeted training and experience relevant to their grade. We will provide you with all the training you need, exposure to projects, responsibility and real experience to maximise your talents
The Role….
We are seeking a PMO Lead for a 12-month FTC for maternity leave cover. This candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering our organisational level Project Management Office (PMO). This is a unique opportunity lead project management excellence across the business. The successful candidate will report to the Senior Management Team and will own and manage PMO governance, ensuring compliance with project management procedures across all projects.
The PMO Lead (Acting) will be involved in the following:
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Act as the central coordination point between Project Managers, Finance, and other key functions
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Provide line management and leadership to the PMO team
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Deliver core PMO operations aligned to the PMO service catalogue
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Drive adoption of new project management processes and systems (including VantagePoint)
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Facilitate governance reviews and ensure consistent application of standards
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Produce accurate, timely executive-level reporting for Directors and SMT
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Monitor project performance data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities
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Support and implement continuous improvement initiatives across project delivery and PMO practices
This role is based in our Portlaoise office.
The Candidate - The ideal candidate will possess the following:
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5+ years’ experience in a PMO, project management, or project support leadership role preferably within technical and professional services industries.
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Strong understanding of project governance, reporting, and delivery frameworks
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Experience managing or coordinating teams
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
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Highly organised with a strong focus on delivery and execution
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Proven ability to maintain structure and standards in a fast-paced environment
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Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and project systems (e.g. Deltek VantagePoint desirable)
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Member of Association for Project Management (APM) or working towards membership or equivalent, i.e. Project Management Institute (PMI) desirable
What we offer….
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An attractive remuneration package
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Continuous Professional Development & Pathway to Chartership.
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Life Assurance
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Hybrid Working (remote and office) & Flexible Working Policy
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Group pension scheme with employer contribution
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Staff wellness programmes
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Participation in ESG activities such as sustainability initiatives, biodiversity committee, STEPS to Engineering, Women in Engineering initiative
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Staff social outings
