Lead PMO - Remote

Remote, Outside of United States | Posted on 03/16/2026About Company We believe our employees empower our company and are the reason behind our success. We are the nation's largest educational consultant and test prep center specializing in credit-by-examination degree paths, headquartered in Wayne, New Jersey.Most working adults struggle to overcome the many obstacles associated with obtaining their college degree. Achieve acts as a counselor, advocate, and partner, helping students achieve their degree in less time, with less effort, and for less money by utilizing an alternative path to earning college credit known as the credit-by-examination process. Achieve helps students bypass all of the busywork associated with taking certain college courses the traditional way by instead passing just one test-out exam. While our credit-by-examination programs can shorten the path to any degree at virtually any college, the field where we have the most significant impact is the nursing profession.Employee engagement and development is one of the keys to our success at Achieve! Embracing a work-from-home model for the entire company, all employees enjoy a better work-life balance through flexible work schedules. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace, where diversity is celebrated and equal opportunity is the cornerstone of our culture.About the Role Achieve Test Prep is seeking an experienced and Lead PMO to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a team of project managers and working closely with our technical teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects. This role requires strong leadership skills, the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders, and the ability to provide direction toward solutions.ResponsibilitiesProficient in developing systems and training others on newly created systems, ensuring smooth project transitionsLead a team of project managers to support them in standardizing projects, integrating best practices, and achieving high-quality project deliveryEstablish guidelines for system documentation and oversee documentation processes to ensure complianceCollaborate with department heads to suggest and design solutions that align with business objectives and strategiesWork closely with the IT department to ensure effective utilization and prioritization of developers and resourcesDevelop project plans and timelines in collaboration with project managers and stakeholdersMonitor project progress and provide regular updates to senior managementIdentify and mitigate risks and issues that may impact project deliveryFoster a collaborative team environment, providing guidance, coaching, and mentoring to project managersDevelop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders across the organizationContinuously improve project management processes, tools, and methodologiesCandidate QualificationsEffective leadership, interpersonal, and English communication skillsThe ability to command respect and to create a sense of community amongst the members of the project teamsGood knowledge of techniques for planning, monitoring, and controlling programsSufficient seniority and credibility to advise project teams on their projects within the programThe ability to find ways of solving or pre-empting problemsGood knowledge of budgeting and resource allocation proceduresDesired Skills and ExperienceBachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Business)5+ years of experience in program management, project management, or analytical role, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projectsPossess a positive attitude, supporting resilience and teamwork during challengesPossess the ability to motivate and inspire team membersKnowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and techniquesAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environmentPMP or other project management certification is a plusExperience working with Salesforce is a plusJob Details Type: Full-TimeSchedule: Flexible schedule with availability to overlap during the 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST business dayRemote: 100% Online#J-18808-Ljbffr