Remote PMO Support Specialist - Contracts & Process

Cognizant; Montpelier (VT); Remote; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

Paid holidays + PTO

401(k) plan and contributions

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking a PMO Support Specialist to join the PMO team, focusing on project setup, contract management, budgeting, and invoicing. You will collaborate with Project Managers, finance, and customer stakeholders to ensure compliance and operational excellence across the project lifecycle.

The role emphasizes process improvement, documentation, and cross-functional coordination in a remote U.S.-based environment. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience reviewing customer contracts and understanding project budgeting principles.
• Experience working with CRM and/or ERP systems, with Oracle experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to satisfy applicable citizenship requirements for U.S.-based positions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support project setup, maintenance, and administration activities in accordance with contractual requirements and organizational standards.
• Review customer contracts, complete contract classifications, and maintain accurate contract documentation.
• Document and maintain customer requirements related to project management, budgeting, invoicing, revenue, and system access.
• Partner with Project Managers to support project changes, contract updates, customer requirements, and operational efficiencies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, knowledge sharing, and process enhancement activities across the PMO function.

Skills

Contract budgeting

CRM/ERP experience

Microsoft Office

Citizenship requirement (US)

Verbal & written communication

Analytical problem solving

Organizational/time management

Independent & collaborative work

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Cognizant is seeking a PMO Support Specialist to join the PMO team, focusing on project setup, contract management, budgeting, and invoicing. You will collaborate with Project Managers, finance, and customer stakeholders to ensure compliance and operational excellence across the project lifecycle.

The role emphasizes process improvement, documentation, and cross-functional coordination in a remote U.S.-based environment. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential.