Director, Project Management Office (Finance)

Description

About Alvarez & Marsal
Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work-guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity-are why our people love working at
A&M.

Position Overview

As a Director of Project Management Office (PMO) you will be a senior-level executive responsible for overseeing the entire Non-IT PMO function within A&M Corporate, ensuring projects align with strategic goals by setting standards, managing project portfolios, monitoring progress, and providing leadership to project managers to deliver successful outcomes across all initiatives; you will report to the Senior Director of Operations and you are tasked with building out a new Non-IT PMO and optimizing project execution through resource allocation, risk mitigation, and process improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Alignment:
  • Define and implement project management methodologies, standards, and best practices aligned with company objectives.
  • Prioritize projects based on strategic value and resource availability.
  • Collaborate with leadership to identify and align projects with business goals.
• Portfolio Management:
  • Oversee the entire portfolio of Non-IT Corporate projects, tracking progress, identifying risks, and managing resource allocation across projects.
  • Analyze project performance metrics and provide insights to stakeholders.
  • Conduct regular portfolio reviews to assess project health and make necessary adjustments.
• PMO Leadership:
  • Build and lead a high-performing PMO team, including coaching and mentoring project managers.
  • Establish clear roles and responsibilities within the PMO.
  • Develop and maintain project management tools, templates, and documentation.
• Project Governance:
  • Monitor project execution against established plans and budgets.
  • Identify and address project issues and risks proactively.
  • Ensure compliance with project management policies and procedures.
• Reporting and Communication:
  • Provide regular project status updates to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
  • Develop and deliver comprehensive project reports highlighting key performance indicators.
  • Facilitate communication between project teams, stakeholders, and leadership.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in project management, ideally with a PMP certification
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Expertise in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Knowledge of project portfolio management tools and techniques
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels

Your journey at A&M
We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.

Compensation Statement:

The salary range is $165,000 - $180,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.

Benefits Summary:

Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings' fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined from time to time as well as a 401(k) retirement plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive a discretionary contribution to their 401(k) from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy-two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type. Click here for more information regarding A&M's benefits programs.

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