We are an EasyHiring recruiting company that is looking for candidates for our partners for the position of Associate Director, HR Project Office – Portfolio Management in New Jersey - Princeton for work in Princeton - NJ, Tampa - FL.

The Associate Director for Portfolio Management plays a pivotal role within our Human Resources (HR) Project Office by overseeing and optimizing the organization's project portfolio. Reporting directly to the HR Project Office Head, the Portfolio Manager will be responsible for strategically managing, monitoring, and overseeing the execution of multiple projects to ensure alignment with the organization's goals and objectives. This role requires a strong ability to balance competing priorities, manage resources effectively, and make data-driven decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Portfolio Management:

• Define, develop, and maintain the project portfolio strategy in alignment with the organization's business objectives.
• Evaluate and prioritize project initiatives based on strategic goals, resource availability, and financial constraints.
• Monitor the portfolio's health, ensuring that projects are on track, and adjust as necessary to meet strategic objectives.
• Conduct regular portfolio reviews to assess performance, risks, and opportunities.

Project Oversight:

• Provide guidance and support to project managers and teams to ensure projects are executed according to defined processes and standards.
• Assist in resolving escalated project issues and risks, fostering collaboration, and facilitating communication among project stakeholders.
• Ensure that project objectives, scope, and deliverables align with portfolio goals.

Resource Allocation:

• Collaborate with project coordinator(s) to allocate and optimize resources across projects in the portfolio.
• Identify resource gaps and work with leadership to address staffing needs.
• Monitor resource utilization and make recommendations for adjustments.

Financial Management:

• Develop and manage the portfolio budget, tracking expenditures and ensuring cost-effective project delivery.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and potential risks related to project finances.
• Prepare financial reports and forecasts for senior management.
• Risk and Issue Management:
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project and portfolio risks.
• Establish risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Escalate critical issues to the HR Project Office Head and recommend solutions.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Foster positive relationships with key stakeholders, including executives, department heads, and project sponsors.
• Communicate portfolio status, progress, and performance to stakeholders through regular reporting and presentations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, human resources, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or PSM/CSM – Professional/Certified Scrum Master certification is highly desirable.
• Extensive experience with 7 years in project management, business transformation, and/or equivalent, with a track record of successfully managing multiple projects.
• Proficiency in project management software tools and financial management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to align projects with organizational goals.
• Experience working in a Project Management Office or similar environment is advantageous.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: On the road