Graduate PMO Consultant - Energy

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Final date to receive applications: Recruitment is ongoing. Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.

The Programme Management and Commercial Management (PMCM) team is seeking a Graduate PMO (Programme Management Office) Consultant in our London office to support clients in the water & energy sector, focusing on assisting programme management approaches and PMO activities for large scale capital investments. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates who want to build a career in PMO and programme management within the energy sector.

As a Graduate PMO Consultant, you will work closely with the clients to leverage your:

• Assistance with Performance Tracking and Improvement: Help track project milestones by maintaining records of progress and performance metrics. Participate in discussions to identify opportunities for improvement and contribute ideas that could enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

• Adaptability and Continuous Learning: Embrace new challenges and changes in project requirements with a positive attitude. Actively seek opportunities to learn new skills and improve existing ones, whether through training, workshops, or peer mentorship. Stay open to feedback and adapt to different working styles, contributing to a flexible team environment that can respond effectively to evolving project needs.

• Analytical Skills and Stakeholder Awareness: Assist in collecting and analysing data related to project performance and outcomes. Support the creation of reports that summarize findings and highlight key insights for the team. Stay aware of stakeholder interests by actively listening and engaging in discussions, ensuring that project activities align with their expectations and needs.

• Conflict Recognition, Resolution, and Risk Awareness: Help identify potential conflicts or challenges within the team or project by being observant and attentive to team dynamics. Use effective communication skills to raise concerns in a constructive manner and collaborate with team members to brainstorm solutions. Demonstrate curiosity and a proactive attitude towards recognizing risks and participate in discussions about how to mitigate those risks for successful project execution.

Take a look at our Energy business line here:
Energy Consultants - UK, and check out some of the work the team get involved with here:
Programme Management & Commercial Management Consultants

About you:

At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience, however familiarity with PMO principles, project controls (such as cost, risk, and schedule) or performance reporting is a bonus. If you have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in Engineering, Project Management, Business Management, Engineering Management (or equivalent), we’d love to receive your application if you are:

• An adapter: you’re able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.

• A Perseverer: you stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.

• A focussed individual: you focus on what matters, tuning out distractions to perform effectively in any situation.

• An Eager Learner: you learn from your experiences and the world around you, using this knowledge to anticipate how situations may unfold.

• A Collaborator: you work effectively with lots of different people, considering other's perspectives to shape better outcomes.

Please note, we ask our graduates to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that you receive sufficient time with your team and receive the appropriate level of support.

• As part of Stantec’s advisory services community, this role offers the opportunity to develop across our service line and find your own unique path.

• Our People Culture:
  We’re proud of our friendly and collaborative environment.

• Great benefits including a competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance, discounted gym membership and lots more.

• Flexible working arrangements.

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