PMO Program Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of intricate IT projects and multi-project programs throughout the organization.

• Act as the main liaison for program delivery, performance, and reporting.

• Create and uphold PMO governance frameworks, policies, processes, and performance metrics.

• Supervise enterprise modernization portfolios to ensure they align with the organization's strategic goals and mission objectives.

• Provide strategic insight and guidance to senior leadership, including CIO and CTO stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance with federal governance and regulatory requirements, such as OMB A-11, OMB A-123, and FITARA.

• Establish and uphold project management standards, methodologies, and best practices throughout the PMO.

• Manage program budgets, allocate resources, oversee schedules, and maintain financial oversight.

• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate program and project risks while ensuring uninterrupted delivery.

• Coordinate cross-functional teams and integrate efforts across various business units and technical teams.

• Conduct assessments of systems and programs, recommending operational and technical enhancements.

• Develop and maintain program documentation, including project plans, governance artifacts, and performance reports.

• Implement performance tracking, reporting dashboards, and executive-level briefings.

• Ensure adherence to security, regulatory, and organizational standards.

• Promote continuous improvement initiatives to boost PMO maturity and operational efficiency.

• Keep abreast of industry trends and emerging project management tools, frameworks, and methodologies.

• Represent the PMO in strategic planning meetings, executive decision-making processes, and governance boards.

• Mentor and lead project managers and PMO staff, encouraging professional growth and the adoption of best practices.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related discipline.

• 7–12 years of experience in IT project management, program management, or PMO leadership roles.

• Proven experience managing enterprise-level programs or modernization portfolios.

• Advanced understanding of project management methodologies, including Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall.

• Proficient in using project management and collaboration tools like Microsoft Project, Azure DevOps, JIRA, and Trello.

• Strong leadership skills along with organizational and team mentoring abilities.

• Experience in program budgeting, financial oversight, and resource planning.

• Familiarity with federal IT governance frameworks and compliance standards.

• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is preferred.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the capability to present to executive leadership.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and complex stakeholder environments.

• Knowledge of enterprise IT systems, modernization initiatives, and digital transformation projects.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Flexible working hours

• Professional development opportunities

• Remote work options