Oracle PMO Director

Argano•United States,

4d•$150,000 - $225,000

About The Position

Argano is a global digital consultancy focused on business transformation and optimizing operations through Oracle, SAP, Microsoft, and Salesforce platforms. Its services include business applications, cloud, data and analytics, automation, and AI. The PMO Director will lead and directly supervise Project Managers and Senior Project Managers in Argano’s Oracle consulting business, while also managing one or more smaller Oracle Cloud implementation projects across ERP, HCM, EPM, CX, Supply Chain, or multiple pillars. The director is accountable for projects being completed on time, within scope, and on budget, both for projects managed personally and by the team. The role contributes to the Argano PMO practice and supports C-level discussions on project management standards, solution considerations, and project lifecycles from presales through post-go-live hypercare. The role combines practice leadership and direct project management. Responsibilities include supervising and developing employees, supporting project start-up and escalations, developing PMO standards and tools, coordinating project staffing, leading Oracle Cloud ERP implementations, managing stakeholders and project quality, overseeing budgets, and fostering effective project teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
10 to 15 years of experience in Oracle project management.
At least 5 years of experience managing Oracle Cloud ERP implementation projects.
Comprehensive understanding of multiple Oracle Cloud ERP, SCM, HCM, CX, or ERP applications, including Financials, Procurement, Supply Chain, CPQ, Service/Field Service, Commerce Cloud, EPM Planning, and EPM FCC.
Proven experience managing complex projects with cross-functional teams.
Proven experience managing large teams of 30 or more consultants, including onshore, nearshore, and offshore members.
Proven experience delivering large Oracle ERP Cloud implementations with budgets exceeding $8 million USD.
Proficiency in project management methodologies and best practices.
Strong leadership skills and ability to guide and support successful project execution.
Familiarity with project management tools such as Smartsheet, JIRA, Trello, or Microsoft Project.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with clients and internal teams, including the ability to explain complex ideas clearly and concisely.
Ability to build and maintain positive client relationships, including with senior leaders and C-level executives, understand client needs, and support customer satisfaction.
Strategic thinking skills and ability to contribute to the development and execution of strategic plans.
Negotiation skills for contracts, agreements, and service-level expectations.
Problem-solving skills to identify and address client issues promptly and collaborate on effective solutions.
Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams and foster a collaborative, positive environment.

Nice To Haves

MBA or relevant master’s degree.
Previous experience in a role requiring solution-architect-level understanding of Oracle applications.

Responsibilities

Lead and directly supervise Project Managers and Senior Project Managers.
Serve as an initial escalation point for issues and risks on the team’s projects.
Lead annual performance reviews and support mentorship and professional growth for direct reports.
Assist with sales-to-delivery handoffs for projects that are not yet staffed with a Project Manager.
Help initiate internal and client-facing kickoff materials and planning activities.
Support senior leadership and C-level client discussions about project execution standards, timing, and critical success considerations.
Support project escalations, corrective action planning, and mitigation actions; attend and facilitate internal project risk mitigation calls.
Develop and improve PMO methodology standards, policies, and procedures.
Promote best-practice use of Argano project management tools and methods.
Support training of new hires in the Oracle PMO practice.
Assist leadership with Project Manager staffing across Oracle Cloud implementation projects.
Lead and support internal improvement initiatives aligned with Oracle Delivery Leadership’s organizational change and improvement goals.
Lead Oracle Cloud ERP implementation projects from initiation to closure, following project management principles and practices.
Develop and execute project plans, establish staffing requirements, and adjust them throughout the project lifecycle.
Manage project risks, actions, issues, and decisions, and drive their completion by the team.
Work with stakeholders, team members, and senior management to support project success.
Maintain regular communication and provide updates on project progress, challenges, and achievements.
Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations; implement quality controls and conduct quality reviews.
Maintain and manage a Project Budget Tracker/Burn Sheet to keep projects within allocated budgets.
Assemble project teams, assign tasks, manage resources, and foster collaboration and communication.