2123 - CPO Strategic Portfolio Manager

 We’re looking for a Strategic Portfolio Manager (SPM) to join the CITB Central Portfolio Office (CPO). You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring our projects, programmes and products are aligned with CITB’s strategic priorities and deliver real impact. 

Role: CPO Strategic Portfolio Manager

Location – Based in Peterborough, with flexible working depending on business requirements

Hours of Work – Full-time (35 hours per week) – Business operating hours are between 08:00-18:00)

Contract: Fixed Term Contract

Duration – 18 months

Target Salary - £67,162 per annum

Benefits Include: Car Allowance 

What you’ll do:

• Baseline, track, analyse and monitor the progress of the Strategic Portfolio and sub-portfolios, including health, progress and risks.
• Drive the quality of project data and help to embed best practice across the project and product life cycle, working with other CPO teams.
• Introduce, manage and maintain the Project Portfolio Management (PPM) system, linking all aspects of project delivery to the portfolio level.
• Provide timely portfolio insights to the Performance and Portfolio Director and senior leaders.
• Work with SROs, delivery teams and CPO leadership to translate strategy into actionable delivery plans.
• Coordinate regular portfolio planning and ensure adherence to CITB’s Portfolio Framework and standards.
• Champion collaboration and continuous improvement across the organisation. 

About you:

You’ll have strong experience in portfolio management, with excellent skills in planning, analysis and reporting. Comfortable engaging with senior leaders and delivery teams alike, you’ll be proactive, detail-focused and passionate about driving best practice. 

Apply now and help shape the future of skills in construction with CITB! 

*For full details, please refer to the Role Profile. 

CITB Benefits Include:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Additional 3 days Christmas shutdown
• Generous pension scheme (up to 9% employer contribution)
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
• 24/7 GP Services
• Employee Assistance Programme 

 Why Join CITB

CITB plays a crucial role in supporting the construction sector and its people. We invest in skills, training, and workforce development to ensure a strong future for UK construction. By joining our team, you’ll work with passionate professionals on meaningful projects that impact people and communities across the nation.  

Closing Date

Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the stated closing date. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis; therefore, early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment.