(PMO) Transformation Consultant

IT Strategy & PMO Transformation Consultant Hybrid Sacramento, CA (Remote + Onsite Every 6 Weeks) Contract (Leased Employee) | Through December 31, 2026 Client Assignment: Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) About The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced IT Strategy & Project Management Office (PMO) Transformation Consultant to support a large-scale enterprise modernization initiative. This role offers a unique blend of hands-on enterprise project management and strategic PMO transformation leadership. The selected consultant will play a critical role in transforming an established PMO into a scalable, AI-enabled shared services model while also managing high-visibility IT initiatives. If you are a strategic thinker who can execute with discipline and design systems that scale, this opportunity is for you. What You'll Be Doing Enterprise Project Management (20 50%) • Lead full lifecycle IT projects from initiation through closeout. • Develop and maintain key project documentation (charters, schedules, risk logs, status reports, benefit realization plans). • Facilitate governance reviews and phase gates. • Monitor scope, schedule, cost, and risk; manage change control processes. • Provide executive-level reporting and dashboards. • Ensure compliance with enterprise governance and financial controls. PMO Transformation & Strategic Leadership (50 80%) Redesign & Optimization • Modernize PMO operating model, roles, and governance structures. • Improve intake, prioritization, and portfolio management processes. • Standardize delivery frameworks and reporting cadence. AI & Data Enablement • Implement AI-driven workflow automation and reporting tools. • Develop portfolio dashboards and predictive analytics. • Enable data-driven resource optimization and financial visibility. Business & Architecture Integration • Align demand planning with portfolio governance. • Integrate enterprise architecture checkpoints into intake and delivery. • Support the establishment of architecture governance processes. Financial & Value Management • Strengthen CapEx/OpEx tracking and forecasting. • Embed benefits realization and ROI measurement into portfolio governance. Change Leadership • Drive stakeholder alignment and executive communication. • Develop and deliver training and enablement programs. • Ensure sustainable adoption of new processes and tools. Required Qualifications • Minimum 10 years of IT Project Management experience. • 7+ years in IT Strategy, PMO leadership, or enterprise program management. • Demonstrated experience redesigning PMOs (intake, governance, portfolio optimization). • Proven success implementing AI or analytics in project reporting and decision-making. • Strong financial governance experience (budgeting, forecasting, benefits tracking). • Proficiency with enterprise PM tools (e.g., ServiceNow, JIRA, Clarity, Power BI). • Strong data analysis and visualization skills (SQL preferred). • Experience managing multiple concurrent enterprise-level initiatives. • Excellent executive communication and stakeholder management skills. • Ability to adapt quickly in complex or regulated environments. Preferred Qualifications • PMP Certification. • Agile or Product Owner certification. • MBA or advanced degree in IT, Business, or Finance. • Familiarity with frameworks such as SAFe, TOGAF, ITIL, COBIT, or Prosci. Work Environment & Requirements • Hybrid role: Remote work with required onsite presence in Sacramento, CA for three consecutive days (Tuesday Thursday) every six weeks. • Must reside and work within the United States. • Availability during standard Pacific Time business hours (8:00 AM 5:00 PM). • Reliable internet connectivity required Why Join This Engagement? • High-impact transformation initiative with executive visibility • Opportunity to shape AI-enabled governance and enterprise portfolio management • Blend of strategic design and hands-on delivery • Collaborative, forward-thinking environment How to Apply Submit your resume and a brief summary of your relevant PMO transformation experience through our Careers page. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences.