Manager - PMO Team - Hybrid

Arbella focuses on people, providing a great work environment, encouraging work/life balance, offering flexible arrangements, competitive salaries and exceptional benefits packages. We invest in our employees and encourage growth so that the company can grow too. Other Perks On-site gym and fitness classes, one-on-one personal training On-site nurse, nutritional counseling, and mental health resources Full-service cafeterias Free shuttle service to Quincy Adams T Station Tuition assistance programs Opportunities to get involved: Arbella Activities Committee, Diversity and Inclusion Council, and more Volunteer opportunities, employee-led community efforts, and the Arbella Insurance Foundation Robust training, mentorship, and professional/personal development programs Colleagues who genuinely care about each other Arbella is committed to building a workplace that’s diverse, inclusive, and equitable for everyone. We’ve created a culture that supports a diverse workplace where all are valued for their talents and are empowered to reach their full potential. Project Management Office (PMO) Leadership Responsibilities Lead and manage the PMO, establishing governance frameworks, delivery standards, methodologies, and reporting practices across the organization. Oversee portfolio governance, project intake, prioritization, and cross-functional alignment to ensure strategic execution of enterprise initiatives. Provide leadership and direction to project managers, including mentoring, coaching, performance management, and professional development. Drive organizational consistency and accountability through effective project lifecycle management from initiation through delivery. Monitor project health, including performance metrics, budgets, risks, issues, dependencies, and resource utilization. Partner with executive leadership and business stakeholders to align project investments with business strategy, operational goals, and value delivery. Lead resource management, capacity planning, and project pipeline visibility to optimize delivery effectiveness.Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in project management processes, governance, and delivery practices. Foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, accountability, and delivery excellence across teams. Success Metrics Drive execution-focused project delivery while maintaining alignment with business goals and strategic priorities. Consistently improve delivery effectiveness, governance maturity, and operational efficiency across the portfolio. Deliver against internal and external stakeholder expectations. Build strong partnerships across IT, business functions, and enterprise leadership. Effectively manage team performance, resource allocation, and organizational priorities. Demonstrate confident, professional, and transparent communication at all levels. Provide accurate, balanced, and actionable performance feedback and development guidance to team members. Lead by example through strong leadership presence, accountability, and collaboration. Show effective and diplomatic verbal and written communication skills. Maintain awareness of evolving project management, governance, and quality assurance best practices, introducing innovative approaches where appropriate. Technical Skills Strong experience with project and portfolio management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, SmartSheet). Deep understanding of Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid delivery methodologies. Experience with data visualization and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) to support portfolio reporting and KPI tracking. Familiarity with compliance, risk management, and audit processes preferred. Training, Education, and Experience Bachelor’s degree required. Minimum of 5–8 years of project management experience, including 3+ years leading a PMO and project managers or delivery organizations. Strong facilitation, presentation, influencing, relationship management, and organizational leadership skills. PMP, PMI-ACP, ScrumMaster, or related certifications preferred. The estimated annual salary for this position is approximately $140,000 - $160,000, based on relevant skills, experience, education, performance, and market demand. Please note: the advertised pay range is not a guarantee or promise of a specific wage. #J-18808-Ljbffr Arbella Insurance Group