Senior Associate, Consulting PMO

Forvis Mazars US; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvis Mazars LLP in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Senior Associate, Consulting PMO to support and manage defined consulting operations projects and PMO workstreams, driving structure, visibility, accountability, and timely execution across prioritized initiatives.

You will define scope with senior leadership, lead teams from initiation to completion, manage timelines, communicate updates, and implement process improvements to enhance PMO effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 3+ years of project management related experience.
• Demonstrated ability to apply PMO concepts including scope, schedule, quality and stakeholder management.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables with senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Communicate project expectations and updates clearly to all stakeholders.
• Establish and manage timelines, milestones, and success criteria.
• Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned for improvement.
• Collaborate with the PMO Director to ensure alignment and resource allocation.
• Lead project teams from initiation through completion while controlling scope, schedule, and budget.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Process improvement

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description & Requirements

The Senior Associate, Consulting PMO supports and manages defined consulting operations projects and PMO workstreams, helping drive structure, visibility, accountability, and timely execution across prioritized initiatives.

What You Will Do

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in partnership with senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Communicate project expectations and updates to all stakeholders with clarity and timeliness.
• Establish and manage project timelines, milestones, and success criteria using industry-standard tools.
• Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with the Consulting PMO Director to ensure strategic alignment and optimal resource allocation.
• Lead project teams from initiation through successful completion, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Actively identify and implement process enhancements to improve project delivery and PMO effectiveness
• Utilize key performance indicators to measure project success and inform decision-making
• Develop comprehensive project plans and communication strategies.
• Delegate responsibilities effectively, fostering accountability and high performance.
• Resolve team conflicts and manage dependencies to maintain project momentum.
• Deliver progress reports, proposals, and presentations to stakeholders and leadership.
• Proactively manage scope changes, identify risks, and implement contingency plans.
• Build and sustain relationships critical to project and organizational success.
• Collaborate with other Project Managers to advance skill maturity and share best practices among the FMUS PM community.
• Provide timely status updates to operations and consulting leadership.
• Seek opportunity for continued professional development to learn and grow project management skills.
• Collaborate and obtain guidance from consulting PMO team.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3+ years of relevant professional experience with exposure to project management, operational coordination, process improvement, or related responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to apply project management concepts, including scope, schedule, quality, communication, and stakeholder management.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), Project Management Professional (PMP), and/or PROSCI Change Management Certification.

About Forvis Mazars, LLP

Forvis Mazars, LLP is an independent member of Forvis Mazars Global, a leading global professional services network. Ranked among the largest public accounting firms in the United States, our 7,000+ team members deliver assurance, tax, and consulting services to clients in all 50 states and internationally.

With a legacy spanning more than 100 years, we’re building something different. We are guided by a shared promise: Together, we create extraordinary experiences. That means delivering an Unmatched Client Experience® while creating a workplace where relationships matter, learning fuels growth, and every person feels valued and supported to thrive.

What We Offer

Our robust total rewards program and flexible work environment reflect our commitment to people, careers, and well-being-empowering our team to grow and thrive while delivering exceptional service. To explore what makes working at Forvis Mazars special, visit www.forvismazars.us/careers.

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