Senior Manager of Project Management Office

Want to play a critical role in overseeing and managing the IT project portfolio to ensure successful delivery of projects within scope, schedule, and budget for a Fortune 200 Company with some of the most iconic brands? If you have a bachelor’s degree, ten plus years of project management experience, project management certification, and 3 years in a leadership role, we want to speak with you! We are currently seeking a Sr. Manager of Project Management Office (PMO) to join our Enterprise Technology & Enablement team. We are open to a remote work arrangement. The role will be responsible for overall governance within the project delivery area to include project initiation, quarterly PI Planning, value tracking, D&I control compliance, bi-monthly project reviews, maintaining Altria’s SDLC and PMM, and ensuring project management methodologies are implemented across the organization. Reporting directly to the Sr. Director of Strategy and Enablement, the role will collaborate with key business partners to drive critical initiatives and improve project delivery processes.

What you'll be doing:Overseeing the entire project portfolio, prioritizing projects based on strategic objectives and resource availability.Monitoring project progress, identifying potential risks and issues, and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure successful delivery.Establishing and maintaining project management standards, processes, and methodologies.Collaborating with key partners to understand project requirements, objectives, and expectations.Leading quarterly PI Planning activitiesCommunicating project status, risks, and issues to partners in a clear and concise manner.Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external partners.Collaborating with project managers to ensure their execution methods meet all compliance requirements.Educating project managers on new practices and processes.Finding opportunities for process improvement and implementing methodologies to enhance project delivery efficiency and effectiveness.Driving initiatives to optimize project management tools, templates, and methodologies.Monitoring industry trends and methodologies to ensure the PMO remains innovative and competitive.

We want you to have:Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems/Computer Science or related field. Master's degree preferred.PMP, PRINCE2, Agile or equivalent project management certification required.10+ years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.Consistent track record of successfully handling complex projects and portfolios.Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others.Excellent communication, negotiation, and client management skillsExperience implementing project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., MS Project, ADO, JIRA).Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multifaceted environment and effectively handle contending priorities.

People Leader ExpectationsIn this role, you are responsible for leading a team. People Leaders play a fundamental role in bringing Altria’s Employment Brand to life and creating an exceptional employee experience. As a People Leader at Altria, you are responsible for the performance, capability and engagement of your team. Some examples of specific responsibilities aligned to People Leader expectations include:Establish and effectively communicate Vision, strategies and how each employee’s work alignsIdentify, select, develop and allocate skills, behaviors and talent needed to meet business needsEmbrace diverse perspectives, appreciate differences and foster a culture of inclusionBuild trusting relationships by being authentic, transparent and providing radical candor

Immigration Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Total RewardsThe starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $124,900.00 - $190,450.00 / annually.

We deliver a market-competitive, equitable pay with a Total Reward program that includes:Annual performance incentive based on individual and company performanceCompetitive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance to support you and your loved onesFlexible Work Environment to include vacation and generous holidaysDeferred Profit-Sharing Plan (401K) with matching contributions on day 1, including a yearly company contributionPaid Paternity and Maternity LeaveEmployee Recognition AwardsStudent Loan AssistanceTo learn more about How to Support you and your Loved Ones, Work-Life Balance, and Invest into your Future, visit our additional benefits at Benefits (altria.com)