Job Description
PMO Project Manager (Consultant)
Location: Hybrid – 3 days/week onsite in Iselin, NJ
Duration: 6 months
Rate: Open
Engagement: W‑2 or C2C accepted
USC OR GREEN CARD HOLDERS ONLY
Overview
Our client is seeking a seasoned PMO Project Manager to lead strategic initiatives within a global professional services environment.
This consultant will drive cross‑functional programs focused on strategy and transformation, disaster recovery (DR), business impact assessments (BIA), and the integration of AI‑enabled tools into operational workflows.
This role requires a hands‑on, structured leader who can operate confidently in complex, matrixed organizations and deliver clarity, governance, and execution discipline across multiple workstreams.
Key Responsibilities
Program & PMO Leadership
• Lead end‑to‑end program management for strategic transformation initiatives across global business units.
• Establish and maintain PMO governance, reporting cadence, RAID logs, and executive‑level dashboards.
• Drive alignment across stakeholders, ensuring scope, timelines, and deliverables are clearly defined and met.
Strategy & Transformation
• Partner with senior leadership to translate strategic objectives into actionable project plans.
• Support operating model enhancements, process optimization, and change management activities.
• Facilitate cross‑functional workshops, decision‑making sessions, and roadmap development.
Disaster Recovery & Business Impact Assessment
• Lead or support DR and BIA assessments across key business functions.
• Coordinate with IT, security, and business continuity teams to validate recovery strategies and readiness.
• Document findings, risks, dependencies, and recommended mitigation plans.
AI Tools & Technology Enablement
• Leverage familiarity with AI‑driven tools to support workflow automation, reporting, and data analysis.
• Identify opportunities to incorporate AI/ML capabilities into PMO processes and project delivery.
• Collaborate with technical teams to evaluate and integrate new tools where appropriate.
Required Experience & Qualifications
• 12+ years experience in policy/program management, ideally within global professional services or consulting environments.
• Hands‑on experience with IT strategy and transformation initiatives, business continuity, disaster recovery, business impact assessments, or business process improvement.
• Strong understanding of AI‑enabled tools & automation platforms, or analytic solutions.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to present executive‑level content.
• Experience managing complex, multi‑workstream programs with minimal oversight.
• PMP, PgMP, or similar certification preferred (not required).
Work Environment
• Fast‑paced culture; 3 days onsite in Iselin, NJ, 2 days remote.
• Consultant must be comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving structure.