PMO Project Manager
Who We Are
CBORD and Horizon are the world’s leading providers of integrated technology solutions powering housing, access, foodservice, nutrition, eCommerce, and card systems for K-12 and higher education, acute care, senior living, and business campuses. Our success and growth is directly attributed to our DREAMteam. Our culture is built on integrity, respect for our people, and continuous personal development. We maintain an entrepreneurial spirit, where creativity, innovative problem solving, and learning agility drive our day-to-day actions.
Salary: $85,000
What You’ll Be Doing
As a PMO Project Manager you will be working within the Project Management Office providing our customers with best practices in planning and managing projects with emphasis in delivering on customer expectations of quality, budget and schedule.

• Lead and Coordinate: Orchestrate internal resources and third-party vendors to drive project success.
• Communicate Clearly: Craft and present project agendas, status reports, and essential documentation to clients and CBORD project teams.
• Monitor Performance: Track and analyze project metrics, expenditures, and procurement, identifying and addressing blockers, risks, and deficits proactively.
• Forecast and Report: Maintain a robust project pipeline and provide accurate monthly forecasting.
• Improve Continuously: Assess project performance and schedules, offering actionable improvements to enhance outcomes.
• Escalate When Necessary: Report and escalate critical issues, scope changes and schedule changes to management promptly.
• Seamlessly Transition: Ensure smooth project closure and transition of deliverables to operations.
• Drive Excellence: Contribute to the PMO’s continuous improvement through active participation in team meetings and process feedback.

What You’ll Bring to the Table

• Passion and Expertise: A deep enthusiasm for project management with a proven track record of successfully managing software projects for at least three years.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to tackle complex challenges.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to collaborate effectively with large and diverse virtual teams.
• Composure Under Pressure: Maintain focus and efficiency even in high-pressure situations.
• Scheduling Proficiency: Experience in meticulous task scheduling.
• Exceptional Communication: Excellent written and verbal business communication skills.
• Organizational Excellence: Superior organizational skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Tool Mastery: Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project and Professional Services Tools, along with advanced use of the MS Office suite.
• Certification: A Project Management Certification is a plus, showcasing your dedication to the field.

What’s Good to Know 
This is a fast-paced and exciting position that will be delivered predominately remotely but some travel may be required
Who You’ll Work with
CBORD internal project teams and customer project managers and project teams
 
Why Join the CBORD Horizon DREAMteam? 
DREAMperks
CBORD and Horizon are the world’s leading providers of integrated technology solutions powering housing, access, foodservice, nutrition, eCommerce, and card systems for K-12 and higher education, acute care, senior living, and business campuses. Our success and growth is directly attributed to our DREAMteam. Our culture is built on integrity, respect for our people, and continuous personal development. We maintain an entrepreneurial spirit, where creativity, innovative problem solving, and learning agility drive our day-to-day actions.
DREAMteam (how we refer to all of us) You’re engaged and self-motivated. You think like an entrepreneur, constantly driving improvement and innovation. You act as a change agent. You’re a team player contributing to a collaborative and diverse work environment. We question the status quo and so should you. You are accountable and focused and take smart risks. You’re an extension of our talent acquisition team – always scouting top talent to join our team.
Staying Healthy

• Eligible team members have access to a robust health insurance plan on their first day of employment.
• To encourage, motivate and challenge team members to take an active interest in their health and well-being, the Company provides a Wellness Benefit of $200 for the calendar year.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program.

 
Enjoying Time-Off
Eligible team members are granted with the following paid time off annually:

• Vacation: 15 vacation days; pro-rated during the first year
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays each year
• Sick Time: 5 sick days; pro-rated during the first year
• Personal days: 3 personal days; pro-rated during the first year

 
Planning for the Future

• Employer paid Life Insurance / AD&D / Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability Insurance / Term Life Insurance / AD&D
• Access to FSA Plans & Commuter Benefit Plans
• 401(k) Savings Plan where the Company matches team member contributions $0.50 for every dollar saved up to 8% of pay.
• Access to the Roper Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental Leave Program

 
Make an Impact 

• DREAMcares (The Company’s outreach initiative to support our extended community): Eligible employees will have access to 3 paid days off annually to serve at a qualified and approved organization.

Apply and Join the DREAMteam
To view more amazing roles at CBORD and Horizon, visit our career pages at www.cbord.com/careers
This description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not intended to determine all specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Essential functions and overtime eligibility may vary on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
This position will be responsible for the handling of PHI (personal health information) and/or other types of SPI (sensitive personal information) and will be expected to comply with all applicable laws and internal policies with regards to handling of PHI/SPI
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