VMO Manager

Job#: 3032097

Job Description:

Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking applicants for the below position on behalf of our client. Please apply if interested and qualified. Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Position: PMO Manager

Location:

Irving, TX

Duration : 6 Month Contract-to-Hire

Rate Range : $65-80/hr

Position Overview

Our client, a growing organization in the insurtech space, is seeking a Program / Portfolio Manager to oversee execution across multiple value streams supporting a proprietary insurance platform. This role is critical to helping mature delivery practices, improve documentation and governance, and enable the organization to scale effectively.

The Program / Portfolio Manager will partner closely with product, technology, and external vendors to drive coordinated delivery across application development initiatives, third‑party integrations, and risk‑sensitive programs in a regulated environment.

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

Program & Portfolio Leadership

* Oversee multiple value streams, typically consisting of 5-7 team members per stream (Product Managers, Product Owners, and Scrum Masters)

* Manage delivery across concurrent initiatives, ensuring alignment to business priorities and platform strategy

* Ensure consistent execution practices across teams as initiatives scale

* Pull existing Product Managers into new initiatives as needed to support emerging product work

Third‑Party & Vendor Management

* Own oversight of existing third‑party vendor contracts, including renewals and updates

* Lead optimization of third‑party integrations with a long‑term goal of standardizing APIs

* Partner with external vendors and integration partners, including insurance brokers, to embed integrations directly into insurance quote offerings

Process & Documentation Maturity

* Create, formalize, and scale delivery processes and documentation

* Establish repeatable governance practices to support organizational growth

* Improve visibility, consistency, and execution discipline across programs

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

* Provide direct people leadership, including hiring support, interviewing, and performance management

* Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, internal customers, and external partners

* Act as a trusted partner to leadership across product, technology, and business teams

Selling Points for Candidates

* Opportunity to lead programs supporting a modern insurance technology platform

* High‑visibility role with influence across product, engineering, and vendor partners

* Blend of strategic portfolio leadership and hands‑on program execution

* Opportunity to help shape governance and delivery practices as the organization scales

* Fast‑paced environment for a leader who enjoys building structure without bureaucracy

Success Measures

First 90 Days

* Develop a deep understanding of the platform, value streams, and integration landscape

* Build credibility and strong working relationships with delivery teams, stakeholders, and vendors

* Assess gaps in documentation, tooling, and delivery processes

By 6 Months

* Lead optimization of third‑party integrations

* Help land integrations that become embedded components of insurance quote offerings

* Begin standardizing APIs and integration patterns across the platform

* Introduce improved governance, documentation, and delivery rhythms

Required Qualifications

* 5-7+ years of experience as a Program Manager or Portfolio Manager

* Proven direct leadership experience, including hiring, interviewing, and performance reviews

* Strong background in process creation, documentation, and organizational maturity

* Experience working in Agile environments with Product Managers, Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and engineering teams

* Hands‑on experience with delivery and planning tools, including:

* Wrike

* Planview (or transitioning to Planview)

* Azure Dev Ops (ADO)

Preferred Qualifications (Plusses)

* Experience in Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance

* Prior experience using Planview and/or Azure Dev Ops in scaled delivery environments

* Please note that as a contract employee of Apex Systems, benefits include the below…