PMO Practice Manager

Our client is a top financial institution with significant North American holdings. They have operations across most major verticals, including institutional & corporate, wealth management, private client, commercial banking, treasury, and retail banking.


Introduction: Robertson is seeking a skilled PMO Practice Manager to join our client.
 

Contract Period: 6 months with potential to extend
Pay Rate: Starting from $70 per hour
Location: Toronto, ON
Location Type: Hybrid: onsite 4 days a week 
Business Hours: Monday to Friday; 8 AM to 5 PM EST


Job Responsibilities: 

• Elevate project management frameworks, tools, and methodologies to drive consistency, quality, and operational excellence across the PMO.
• Ensure program and project governance, compliance activities, and audit readiness are aligned and completed successfully.
• Advance the integration of process improvements and feedback mechanisms to strengthen PMO effectiveness and meet evolving enterprise needs.
• Lead the design, delivery, and continuous evolution of PMO training, onboarding, and learning programs to elevate project management capabilities.
• Lead the development and continuous improvement of PMO methodologies, tools, and frameworks.
• Consult and work with project managers and teams to ensure alignment with best practices and business outcomes.
• Execute team evaluation processes to identify capability gaps and implement targeted improvements.
• Champion a culture of accountability, learning, and delivery excellence across the PMO.
  
  Organizational Influence & Governance.
• Influence and negotiate with cross-functional stakeholders to align project practice outcomes with strategic goals.
• Recommend and implement measures to improve PMO practice effectiveness and project governance.
• Serve on internal committees and task forces inside the Delivery team.
• Act as a subject matter expert on project management controls and practices.
• Develop an expert understanding of project management challenges and translate them into actionable project strategies.
  

Experience & Qualification Requirements:  

• 15+ years of progressive experience in project/program management, with at least 5 years in a leadership or practice management role
• Proven track record of managing complex, cross-functional projects with enterprise impact
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, Agile, Lean)
• Exceptional communication, coaching, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Extensive change management experience
• Quick learner
• Must take initiative
  

****ALL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A CRIMINAL AND CREDIT CHECK AS PART OF THE APPLICATION PROCESS****
 
How to Apply: If you are a motivated professional looking to contribute to a leading team, please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and experience relevant to this role. Robertson & the clients we represent, value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We invite all qualified individuals to apply.

Robertson & the clients we represent are equal opportunity employers, committed to diversity and inclusion. Robertson is a certified diverse supplier and actively seeks to foster a representative and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Aboriginal status, or any other legally protected factors. We champion building a diverse and inclusive environment.