Director of PMO Position Available In Forsyth, North Carolina

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and strategic Director for the Project Management Office to join a prestigious financial institution. This full-time, direct-hire role offers a hybrid work model, requiring presence onsite three days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) in Winston-Salem, NC. The successful candidate will be stepping into a vital role previously held by a high-performing individual, focusing on enhancing project planning and portfolio management across the organization. This position reports directly to the Vice President of IT and plays a crucial role in steering the company’s project management strategies and implementations.

Responsibilities:

Implement and administer end-to-end project portfolio management across multiple delivery streams, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and high-quality delivery standards. Establish and update delivery and reporting standards, manage key performance indicators, and integrate project management processes with annual planning and budgeting cycles. Lead the education and enforcement of PMO policies and procedures across the organization, ensuring consistency and compliance in project execution. Direct and develop a team of Program/Project Managers and support staff, providing leadership, coaching, and performance management. Coordinate with various business units and shared services to drive project initiatives, ensuring optimal resource allocation and project delivery. Develop and maintain project management methodologies, including Waterfall, Agile, and Scrum, to support diverse project requirements. Communicate with senior executives regarding project interdependencies, risks, and resource constraints, advising on necessary adjustments to project portfolios. Monitor and report on project progress to senior management, suggesting strategic changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Minimum of 10 years of experience in project or program management within the banking or credit union industry. At least 5 years of experience in a leadership role within a Project Management Office. Proven expertise in managing complex enterprise initiatives and leading project management teams. Strong knowledge of project management methodologies such as Waterfall, Agile, and Scrum. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of working with diverse teams and managing multiple stakeholder relationships. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required; Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred. Ability to develop and manage a project oversight process at both the project and enterprise levels. Demonstrated ability to coach and train other project managers.

About GDH:

At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, “We care about people,” isn’t just a tagline – it’s the core of everything we do. GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs.

Who We Are:

GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women’s services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service. GDH Benefits GDH offers a range of employee benefits that are designed to promote well-being and help maintain a healthy work-life balance. These comprehensive benefits cover various aspects of an employee’s life and aim to enhance their overall experience with the company. Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services. Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans. Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work-life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more! For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH’s website under the tab for candidates. GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants with disabilities who require an accommodation or assistance in applying and/or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department. Please visit our notice of collection for California applicants.