MUST BE LOCAL TO SAN FRANCISCO AREA, CA. THIS IS A HYBRID ROLE IN OAKLAND, CA.

MUST HAVE SKILLS:

• Experience in setting up a project management center of excellence.
• Exceptional project management documentation and training capabilities
• Experience in delivering infrastructure and application programs and projects.
• Experience with SAFe and Waterfall methodologies.
• Strong collaborator and self-starter
• Solid Project Management experience, setting up a PMO, training and streamlining processes

We are seeking a highly motivated IT Project Manager/ Business Process Specialist to support the PMO Standards. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining project management standards, methodologies, and best practices across the organization. This role ensures consistency and efficiency in project delivery by curating training materials by leveraging Enterprise guidance and industry best practices, providing guidance, training, and support to project managers and teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• PMP, PRINCE2, ACP, SAFe, or similar project management certification preferred.
• Minimum of 7 to 10 years of experience in project management or a PMO role.
• Experience in leading PMOs and managing complex programs/projects using waterfall, agile and hybrid methodologies.
• Proven experience in standing up a PMO.
• Experience in developing and implementing project management standards and methodologies.
• Creating training materials and leading training sessions with large teams.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles and best practices.
• Excellent communication, training, and presentation skills.
• Proficient in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Planisware, PPM).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.