Job Title: HR PMO (Human Resources Project Management Office) Manager
Duration: 5 months Contract (Possibility of extension and conversation)
Location & Schedule - New York, New York 10010 (Hybrid)

• Work Model: Hybrid
• Working Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Flexible)
• In-Office Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
• Remote Days: Monday, Friday

Interview Process

1. Round 1: Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams
2. Round 2: In-person interview

Deal Breaker

• Candidates must have prior project management experience.

Job Summary
The HR PMO Manager will lead and oversee strategic HR projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and efficient execution. As a newly created role with client, this position serves as the central hub for HR project governance, standardization, and delivery.
The ideal candidate will bring fresh ideas, critical thinking, and strategic insight to help shape the future of HR operations.

Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Execution

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, timelines, and milestones.

Governance & Standardization

• Establish and maintain project management standards, tools, and templates.
• Monitor project performance to ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Conduct post-project reviews and implement lessons learned.

Stakeholder Management

• Communicate project expectations clearly to stakeholders and team members.
• Partner with leadership to prioritize HR initiatives and ensure strategic alignment.

Resource & Risk Management

• Estimate and allocate resources effectively, including external consultants and vendors.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Reporting & Analytics

• Prepare and present project updates, dashboards, and performance metrics.
• Analyze HR data to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement.

 
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in HR project management or PMO leadership.
• Strong understanding of HR functions, systems, and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira).
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

 
Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).

 
Team & Culture Fit

• Strategic thinker with exceptional problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, idea-driven environment.
• Willing to contribute beyond traditional project management tasks — this role emphasizes thought leadership and strategic impact.

 

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At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 62.00/hr.