Youngsoft Inc

Lead and enforce PMO governance, provide delivery oversight, and mentor project managers in a complex enterprise environment. | Over 12 years of IT delivery experience with enterprise PMO governance, portfolio management, and exposure to complex initiatives like ERP systems, with strong process model foundations. | IT PMO Lead – Governance, Risk & Delivery Assurance Location: Troy, MI (Onsite – hands-on role) Engagement Type: 6-month Contract-to-Hire Role Overview We are seeking a PMO Lead who began their career as a hands-on Project Manager and later evolved into enterprise PMO governance, delivery oversight, and PM coaching leadership. This role is accountable for running a mature PMO—enforcing governance, owning financial controls, and improving delivery outcomes—while remaining pragmatic and flexible in complex, real-world environments. Key Responsibilities PMO Governance & Delivery Oversight • Lead and enforce PMO governance across portfolios and programs • Provide delivery oversight without micromanaging execution teams • Balance governance rigor with operational flexibility • Support hybrid delivery models (Agile, Waterfall, blended) • Act as escalation point for delivery risks, dependencies, and execution issues Financial Ownership (Non-Negotiable) • Run monthly PMO / portfolio financial reviews • Own discussions related to: • Forecast vs. actuals • Budget variances • Accruals and invoicing gaps • Hold Project and Program Managers accountable for financial accuracy • Partner with leadership on investment decisions and prioritization PM Coaching & Leadership • Coach and mentor Project and Program Managers • Elevate PM execution maturity across the organization • Apply situational leadership and judgment vs. rigid enforcement • Lead through organizational and structural change Process Stewardship • Operate within an existing PMO (not a build-from-scratch role) • Use recognized industry models to guide governance and maturity • Ensure processes support delivery outcomes—not documentation for its own sake • Clearly differentiate between: • Process models • Methodologies • Execution practices Required Experience (Screening Criteria) • 12+ years of IT delivery experience • Clear progression from Project Manager → PMO leadership • Enterprise PMO governance experience • Strong foundation in process models such as: • PMBOK / PMI • CMMI • Comparable governance or maturity models • Proven experience with: • Portfolio governance • Financial variance management • PM coaching and mentoring • Exposure to complex enterprise initiatives, including: • ERP systems (SAP / QAD preferred) • Infrastructure and network programs • Plant stand-ups or footprint changes • Hybrid delivery environments