IT PMO Process & Governance Lead

Talascend is currently seeking an IT PMO Process & Governance Lead for a contract opportunity located in Newark, NJ.

OVERVIEW:

Are you interested in improving and shaping the delivery of IT projects? We re seeking an IT PMO Process & Governance Lead, who is motivated by variety, seeking a challenging environment for professional growth, and is interested in supporting large Information Technology projects for one of our clients, who is one of the top 10 largest Electric companies in the U.S., HQ in New Jersey.

The IT PMO Process & Governance Lead oversees the portfolio and works with the overall IT Team to complete projects, monitor the portfolio health, and contribute to yearly project budget planning. This position is in Newark, NJ. The candidate must be local to Newark, NJ, and be able to go into the office at least once per week; the other days would be work from home.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, maintain, and improve IT Processes.
• Gather the data outputs from projects and produce reports and forecasts about past and future project performance.
• Manage data and find insight that can be utilized by the PMO Operations Manager, which can then improve projects and functionality.
• Prepare data and reports for Project Managers, PMO Team, Project Stakeholders, and the PC-Suite, with an understanding of the different needs of each.
• Review and monitor all IT project performance, perform regular process compliance checks, and prepare reports for same.
• Manage and recommend required improvements to all project methodologies.
• Draft new and improving existing Project Management Office policies and processes.
• Work with PMO Teams to ensure practices are well-communicated and understood.
• Develop needed MS Office material supporting the deliverables of the Reporting Manager across PMO Operations and IT Process Transformation work.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science or a related field. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 5-7 years of proven work experience in a large PMO set-up with Project Management Methodologies (PMLC).
• Background in data validation and analysis.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Self-driven and have demonstrated ability to work independently with minimum guidance
• Demonstrated multitasking ability, flexibility, problem-solving skills and a consistent record of on-time delivery and customer service.
• Strong analytical ability and time management skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Expert in Excel.
• Basic knowledge of PPM tools.
• Basic SQL knowledge and tool configuration skillset.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous work in Smartsheet is a plus.
• Previous Project Management Office experience.
• Relevant training/certifications.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of this position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary; other duties may be assigned as necessary. Background check and drug screen may be required for this position.

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