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Title: Mid-Level IT PMO Project Manager – (ARB)
Terms: PERM
Location: Atlanta area
Hybrid Role
Must live in Atlanta, GA
No 3rd party at this time
Are you looking for a career opportunity that allows you to grow your career? If so, this opportunity will genuinely excite you! Our client is transforming how their organization services their customers while aligning best in breed technology solutions. We are looking for a Mid-Level PMO Project Manager – (ARB) who will help build out & develop best in class work and work on innovative projects for the business.
Job Title: Mid-Level PMO Project Manager (ARB Experience Required)
Position Summary
We are seeking a results-driven Mid-Level PMO Project Manager with experience supporting Architecture Review Board (ARB) processes to manage cross-functional technology initiatives within a structured governance framework. This role will operate within the Project Management Office (PMO), ensuring projects align with enterprise architecture standards, risk controls, compliance requirements, and strategic business objectives.
The ideal candidate brings 5–8 years of project management experience, strong governance discipline, and hands-on experience preparing, facilitating, and tracking ARB reviews and approvals.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery & Governance
- Manage end-to-end project lifecycle from initiation through closure.
- Develop and maintain project charters, schedules, RAID logs, financial tracking, and status reporting.
- Ensure adherence to PMO standards, SDLC methodology, and governance controls.
- Facilitate stage-gate approvals and executive reporting.
Architecture Review Board (ARB) Coordination
- Prepare and submit ARB documentation, including solution designs, impact assessments, and architecture diagrams.
- Coordinate with Enterprise Architects, Security, Infrastructure, and Application teams to ensure solution alignment with enterprise standards.
- Track ARB feedback, required remediation items, and approval milestones.
- Ensure technical decisions meet security, compliance, data governance, and integration standards.
- Maintain documentation of architecture decisions and dependencies.
Stakeholder & Risk Management
- Partner with business leaders, IT teams, vendors, and architects to ensure project alignment.
- Identify and manage risks, assumptions, issues, and dependencies.
- Facilitate cross-functional meetings to resolve technical and operational conflicts.
- Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation strategies to leadership.
Financial & Resource Oversight
- Track project budgets, forecasts, and resource allocations.
- Ensure vendor deliverables align with contractual and architectural expectations.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, or related field.
- 5–8 years of experience in project management within a PMO environment.
- Direct experience supporting or presenting to an Architecture Review Board (ARB).
- Strong understanding of enterprise architecture principles and system integration concepts.
- Experience working within structured SDLC or Agile/Hybrid delivery models.
- Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, MS Project, Smartsheet).
- Strong documentation and executive communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- PMP, CAPM, or PMI-ACP certification.
- Experience in regulated industries (finance, healthcare, retail, etc.).
- Knowledge of cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Familiarity with security review processes and compliance frameworks.
- Experience with ERP or large-scale enterprise system implementations.
Key Competencies
- Governance & Compliance Discipline
- Architecture & Technical Acumen
- Risk & Dependency Management
- Executive Communication
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
- Organizational & Documentation Excellence
Work Environment
This role operates within a structured PMO environment, collaborating closely with Enterprise Architecture, Security, Infrastructure, and Business stakeholders to ensure technical solutions align with enterprise standards and long-term strategy.
About GSquared Group:
Shouldn’t your recruiting partner put as much effort and value into your career as you do? With GSquared Group, we take the time to understand where you would like to take your career and what is important to you.
GSquared Group is a woman-owned boutique technology services company in the Atlanta area. Founded in 2010, we are a premier provider of IT talent search, management consulting, and software development services. We support a diverse client base that spans all industries and includes Fortune 100 to mid-market companies. We offer direct hire placement, contract, and contract-to-hire positions. We are proud to be known by our community for putting relationships at the core of everything we do.
GSquared Benefits:
- Competitive & Comprehensive Healthcare Package (available only for W2 hourly consultants)
- Simple IRA with company match (available only for W2 hourly consultants)
- Professional development & networking opportunities
- A family-friendly environment
- Nice bonuses for referrals
- A culture that supports you and your career
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