Principal PMO Consultant - Energy Sector

Are you experienced PMO professional ready to lead transformational capital programmes across the Energy sector in Scotland and the North? Due to continued work wins, our Programme Management team are keen to recruit a Principal PMO Consultant to lead our Northern/Scotland portfolio as it continues to grow based from our vibrant city centre based offices in Edinburgh or Glasgow. This senior advisory role sits within our Energy sector and focus on supporting clients delivering major capital investment programmes. You will help shape and optimise programme management approaches, strengthen commercial performance, and enable confident decision‑making across complex, high‑value portfolios. In this role, you will provide strategic programme and commercial leadership across the full lifecycle of large‑scale capital programmes, from early planning and design through to execution and completion. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will work closely with clients, partners and internal teams to ensure programmes are well‑governed, financially robust and positioned for long‑term success. Your role will involve: Providing end‑to‑end leadership of complex programmes and portfolios, ensuring alignment with client and organisational objectives Overseeing budgets, costs and commercial frameworks, supported by robust financial modelling, forecasting and governance Driving performance insight through KPI reporting, dashboards and analysis to support timely, informed decision‑making You will play a key role in embedding effective performance management and continuous improvement. Through data‑driven insight, you will identify trends, risks and inefficiencies, implementing practical process improvements that enhance delivery outcomes and programme resilience. As a senior leader, you will also be expected to: Lead and develop high‑performing teams, fostering a culture of coaching, accountability, innovation and safety Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and regulators, facilitating collaboration and alignment Lead risk management and commercial negotiations, securing favourable outcomes and supporting long‑term programme success About You To be successful in this role you will: Bring extensive programme and project management experience, supported by strong commercial and financial acumen, with a proven ability to operate at senior advisory level and oversee complex, high value programmes that deliver measurable client value. Be recognised as a trusted advisor with a track record in strategic business development, winning work, identifying growth opportunities and building high performing teams aligned to a clear strategic vision, demonstrating collaborative leadership and success in driving change in complex environments. Ideally have experience in the energy, water or resources sectors, alongside relevant professional qualifications (degree or equivalent) or chartered status, with substantial related experience or an equivalent blend of education and expertise enabling effective performance in the role. Ready to help shape the future of the energy sector in the UK? If you're looking for an advisory role where you can make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Why Join Stantec? Purpose-Driven Work : as part of Stantec’s Advisory Services community you will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful projects/programmes, including presence on major frameworks across the energy sector with high profile clients. Collaborative Environment: Join a truly friendly and close-knit team known for its supportive and integrated approach across diverse disciplines. Flexible Working: We offer flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work‑life balance. Comprehensive Benefits: A competitive compensation package including salary, pension plan, generous holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership, and more. Professional Growth: Access to industry-leading training and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and paid professional subscriptions to advance your career. About Stantec The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports and develops world‑class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited about this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply. 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