Project Manager - Portfolio and Business Operations

Project Manager - Portfolio and Business Operations 1470048

• Hourly pay: $60-$70/hr
• Worksite: Leading podcast and audiobook company (Newark, NJ 07102 - Onsite)
• W2 Employment, Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement Savings Program, PSL
• 40 hours/week, 9 Month Assignment

A leading podcast and audiobook company seeks a Project Manager - Portfolio and Business Operations. The successful candidate will lead complex, cross-functional initiatives while establishing and operating robust portfolio management and business operations frameworks. This role combines strategic program leadership with chief of staff capacity, requiring someone who can drive ambiguous, game-changing projects while maintaining strong operational rigor across the organization. The company offers a great work environment.

Project Manager - Portfolio and Business Operations Responsibilities:

• Portfolio & Program Leadership:
  • Design and operate a comprehensive portfolio management framework to intake, prioritize, and track key projects and organizational priorities
  • Lead the development and delivery of complex, ambiguous initiatives where methodology, requirements, customer needs, and/or technical feasibility may not be fully defined
  • Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, including detailed timelines, resource allocation, budget management, and risk mitigation strategies
• Team Operations & Stakeholder Management:
  • Serve as a business operations partner, maintaining strong visibility and credibility within cross-functional teams
  • Design and own key operational mechanisms such as Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs), governance frameworks, and communication protocols
• Execution & Continuous Improvement:
  • Manage and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure seamless collaboration and efficient project execution
  • Implement robust project management methodologies and tools to track performance, identify and proactively mitigate risks, and optimize processes

Project Manager - Portfolio and Business Operations Qualifications:

• 7+ years of proven experience in project management, leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects in a Human Resources or corporate environment
• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field
• Ability to manage project budgets, timelines, and resources effectively, with a strong track record of on-time and on-budget delivery
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all organizational levels
• Proficient in project management software, tools, and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, PRINCE2)
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate risks proactively
• Proven ability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments while managing changing priorities
• Ability to deliver high-impact projects on time, build scalable processes, and maintain exceptional stakeholder relationships in a fast-paced Human Resources environment.
• MP, PRINCE2, or similar project management certification is preferred.
• Experience designing and implementing portfolio management or business operations frameworks is preferred.
• Background in chief of staff or strategic operations roles is preferred.

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