PMO Contractor (W2 and Local only)

Company: Sharp Decisions
Location: Pleasanton
Posted on: February 3, 2025

Job Description:

A client of Sharp Decisions Inc. is looking for a PMO Contractor to be based in Pleasanton, CA. The posiiton is HYBRID (3 days a week onsite). The contract duration is 12 months with possible extension. W2 and Local only.

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Role Overview:
Our client is seeking a Project Management Office (PMO) Contractor to support the Project Leader in the development and rollout of the Training Matrix Automation (TMA) Tool. This role will focus on planning, scheduling, coordination, and ensuring successful project delivery, working collaboratively with the Project Lead, OCM Lead, and cross-functional teams.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in project management methodologies, with strong communication and coordination skills.

Key Responsibilities:
Planning & Scheduling: Develop and manage project plans and schedules for the TMA Project, as well as the Training Solution Project as needed.
Project Coordination: Work closely with the TMA Project Lead, OCM Lead, and project team to deliver a comprehensive project plan.
Rollout Management: Oversee the rollout plan for TMA rollout waves, supporting learning leads with detailed templates and providing assistance as required.
Milestone Achievement: Coordinate activities to ensure that project milestones are met by the Project Lead and Wave Team Leads.
Team Alignment: Ensure the TMA project plan is understood, accepted, and committed to by all team members.
Methodology Implementation: Establish and train the team on project management methodologies, ensuring timely deployment and effective utilization.
Acceptance Criteria: Define, document, and measure acceptance criteria for the TMA Tool and any future updates or solutions.
Status Reporting: Drive consistent status reporting activities, providing accurate updates and insights into project progress.
Documentation & Templates: Ensure all necessary templates, tools, and documentation are developed and available to support the project teams.

Qualifications:
Bachelor Degree 5+ years relevant experience.
Proven experience in project management, preferably in software development or training solutions.
Strong proficiency in project planning, scheduling, and milestone tracking.
Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional teams and manage multiple stakeholders.
Familiarity with change management principles and OCM methodologies is a plus.
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Experience with software development life cycle (SDLC) and automation tools preferred.
PMP certification or equivalent experience is a plus.

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