PMO Lead

Are you ready to lead meaningful change and shape how projects are delivered across a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation? We are seeking an experienced and driven PMO Lead to spearhead our transition to a high performing, value adding PMO.

This is a pivotal role at the heart of Council’s capital delivery and strategic programme and project execution. The PMO is undergoing significant evolution—moving towards a more mature, consistent, and high-performing project delivery environment—and the PMO Lead will play a critical role in making that vision a reality.

At the Dunedin City Council (DCC), we deliver the services, infrastructure, and spaces that make Ōtepoti one of the world’s great small cities. From major capital projects to community initiatives, our work makes a real difference — and we’re looking for a leader to help us deliver it even better.

The opportunity

We’re seeking an experienced PMO Lead to guide and elevate our Project Management Office within the Commercial Services team.

This is a critical leadership role responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of DCC’s project portfolio, including our Long-Term Plan and high-value capital programme. You’ll provide direction, oversight, and structure — enabling projects to be delivered on time, on budget, and with impact.

You’ll play a key role in:

• Leading the day-to-day operations of the PMO and building a high-performing team
• Enabling effective planning, scheduling, and resource allocation across projects
• Driving consistent use of project management frameworks, tools, and governance
• Delivering clear, insightful reporting to support Executive Leadership decision-making
• Partnering across the organisation to improve programme performance and delivery outcomes
• Supporting the evolution of PMO strategy aligned to DCC priorities

This is a unique opportunity to influence how a city delivers its most important projects.

About you

You’re a seasoned PMO leader who thrives on complexity, builds strong teams, and knows how to turn strategy into delivery.

You’ll bring:

• Extensive experience (10+ years) leading PMOs, programmes, or major project portfolios, ideally in complex environments
• A relevant tertiary qualification and recognised project management methodologies (PRINCE2, PMI, Agile)
• Proven capability delivering large-scale, high-risk, high-value projects
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including budgeting and business case development
• Experience implementing programme governance, controls, and reporting frameworksExceptional stakeholder management skills across senior leaders and technical teamsA track record of leading teams, building capability, and driving continuous improvement

You’re equally comfortable zooming into detail or stepping back to see the big picture — and you bring others with you along the way.

What we offer

At DCC, you’ll help shape the future of our city while working in a supportive, values-driven environment. Our people are guided by commitment, wellbeing, accountability, and collaboration, and we take pride in what we deliver for our community.

• A permanent, full-time leadership opportunity
• 5 weeks annual leave + long service leave
• Generous parental leave provisions
• Superannuation and wellbeing benefits, including flu vaccinations and eye checks
• The chance to lead projects that deliver real outcomes for the people of Ōtepoti

Salary range: $111,538 - $131,2221

The DCC is committed to the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and our work serving the citizens of Dunedin will reflect this.

How to Apply

If this exciting opportunity sounds like you and you would enjoy supporting DCC to deliver value to our communities, we look forward to hearing from you.

You can learn more about this role by clicking on the ‘apply now’ button, or visiting www.dcc.jobs website.

Applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and suitable candidates may be progressed through the recruitment prior to the closing date.

Job Details

Reference #

Posted on

05 Jun 2026

Closes on

18 Jun 2026 23:55

Location(s)

Civic Centre

Expertise

Project Management

Work type(s)

Permanent Full Time

Benefits

Salary/Compensation

Additional superannuation

Career development

Secondment and promotion opportunities

Work/Life balance

Five weeks annual leave, additional paid parental leave, wellbeing support

Make a difference

Support our ambitious carbon zero goals