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PMO Lead - Enterprise AI Training Initiative

TEKsystems
$100.00 - $120.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Mar 28, 2026
Description We are seeking a highly experienced PMO Lead to drive a complex, enterprise-wide initiative focused on mandatory AI training and capability building across a global pharmaceutical customer. This leader will bring structure, governance, and execution excellence to a multi-workstream, seniorvisibility program with significant organizational impact. The ideal candidate will have the following strengths -deep transformation experience, executive presence, strategic clarity-combined with the ability to operate hands-on in a fast-moving, ambiguous environment. Top Three Critical Skills (What We MUST Have) 1. EnterpriseGrade PMO Leadership & Governance Design A proven operator who can immediately establish governance, decision pathways, operating rhythms, reporting infrastructure, and cross-functional alignment. Able to build or refine PMO tools, dashboards, risk logs, RAID trackers, and executive reporting. Capable of orchestrating highly interdependent workstreams across HR, Talent, Digital/IT, Comms, and business units. 2. Advanced Stakeholder Orchestration & Executive Credibility Experience working directly with senior executives (VP+, SLT) to drive alignment, resolve friction points, and secure decisions quickly. Exceptional communicator who can synthesize complexity into crisp, actionable updates. Adept at influencing without authority in a matrix. 3. HandsOn Program Execution in a Transformation Environment Able to operate at two levels: Strategic altitude (governance, sequencing, integration, planning) Hands-on execution (resolving blockers, creating decks, coordinating workstreams, building the PMO backbone) Experience with AI, digital transformation, or capability building is a strong plus. Primary Responsibilities Stand up and lead the PMO for the enterprise AI training initiative, ensuring clarity, structure, and momentum from day one. Build and manage governance: steering committees, decision pathways, reporting cadences, escalation mechanisms. Integrate multiple workstreams (technology, talent, learning, change management, communications) into a unified roadmap. Develop and maintain program artifacts: program plan, critical path, RAID log, dashboards, status reports, exec updates. Serve as the central orchestrator across stakeholders-anticipating friction, driving alignment, and enabling timely decisions. Partner with workstream leads to convert high-level concepts into detailed plans, milestones, deliverables, and risks/mitigations. Prepare and deliver executiveready materials including progress updates, risks, recommendations, and strategic decisions required. Quickly assess program gaps and establish operating discipline where needed (structure, cadence, communication channels). Monitor program health, manage risks and dependencies, and ensure disciplined execution under tight timelines. Support ongoing integration with the organization's broader AI strategy, governance, and enterprisewide talent initiatives. What Differentiates This Role Not a task-tracking or administrative PM role - requires judgment, systems thinking, and executive navigation. High visibility with accelerated expectations; success requires moving quickly and establishing high-quality governance. Operates in a gray, evolving environment where the "what" may shift and the "how" must be built in real time. Requires a senior presence, strong problem-solving capabilities, and comfort advising leadership. Experience & Qualifications 10+ years leading complex, multi-workstream programs in enterprise settings. Experience in PMOs, transformation offices, operating model redesign, large-scale change, or capability-building initiatives. Background working with senior executives and cross-functional teams in matrixed environments. Strong strategic planning skills, command of PMO tools, and ability to build structure rapidly. Experience in HR, Talent, Learning & Development, or AI/digital enablement preferred but not required. Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and executive presence. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $100.00 - $120.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 3, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.