PMO Manager | Darwin

Lead project governance, portfolio performance and delivery excellence within a major infrastructure-focused organisation. We are partnering with a large Northern Territory organisation to source an experienced PMO Manager for a critical leadership opportunity based in Darwin. This role is offered on a labour-hire basis through to 29 January 2027, with an immediate start preferred.

Working within a complex operational environment, you will lead the Project Management Office, providing governance, reporting, assurance and strategic oversight across a broad portfolio of projects and initiatives.

The Opportunity

- Lead and continuously improve PMO frameworks, standards and governance practices.
- Provide executive-level reporting, portfolio insights and decision support.
- Oversee project controls, risk management, assurance and compliance activities.
- Drive portfolio planning, prioritisation, forecasting and performance reporting.
- Support business case development, investment governance and benefits realisation.
- Build capability across project teams and promote best-practice delivery methodologies.




- Partner with senior stakeholders to ensure projects align with strategic and operational objectives.

About You

- Experience leading a PMO, portfolio management function or major program office.
- Strong project governance, reporting, risk and assurance expertise.
- The ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders across a complex organisation.
- Experience managing portfolio reporting, budgeting and project performance frameworks.
- Strong leadership, communication and continuous improvement capabilities.
- Tertiary qualifications in project management, business, engineering or a related discipline.
- Project or portfolio management certifications will be highly regarded.

What's on Offer

- Darwin-based leadership role.
- Immediate start available.
- Full time labour hire engagement through to January 2027.
- Opportunity to shape governance and delivery across a significant project portfolio.
- Attractive remuneration package aligned to experience.

For a confidential discussion or to express your interest, please apply with your CV outlining your PMO, portfolio management and project governance experience.

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