Smartsheet Solution Architect

Job Title: Smartsheet Solution Architect Location: Remote in LATAM (EST time zone required) Duration: 6-12 monthsOverview We are seeking a highly experienced and certifiedSmartsheet Solution Architect & PMO Leader todrive the strategic design, implementation, and optimization of our work management and Project Portfolio Management (PPM) solutions. This is a critical leadership role for an individual who not only understands Smartsheet at an architectural level but can also establish and mature enterprise-wide Project Management Office (PMO) standards and capabilities.The ideal candidate will have a strong eye for design and user experience, able to provide expert guidance on sheet layout, structure, and visual presentation to ensure optimal usability and engagement.Key ResponsibilitiesSmartsheet Architecture & Development Design and Architect Solutions:Lead the end-to-end architectural design and development of complex, integrated Smartsheet solutions, including utilizingpremium applicationslike Control Center, Resource Management, and Dynamic View, to meet Gordian's strategic business needs. Platform Optimization:Act as theSmartsheet expert and Administrator , continuously optimizing the platform for performance, scalability, and user experience. Governance and Standards:Establish and enforce Smartsheet governance, best practices, and standardization for dashboards, reporting, automation, and data integrity across the organization. Stakeholder Mobilization:Introduce and drive adoption of the Smartsheet platform and its capabilities across all levels of company leadership. Design Excellence:Provide expert consultation on thevisual design and structural layout of sheets , dashboards, and reports, ensuring they are intuitive, aesthetically pleasing, and aligned with user experience best practices.Project & Program Management Office (PMO) Leadership PMO Implementation:Establish, lead, and mature the PMO function —defining, documenting, and implementing project management standards, best practices, and procedures (PMP methodologies). PPM Tool Implementation:Establish and lead the use of Smartsheetas the primaryPPM toolfor enterprise-wide intake, demand, and resource management, portfolio management, and real-time status reporting. Strategic Alignment:Charter and lead executive-level bodies, such as a Steering Committee or Project Review Board (PRB), to ensure project and program portfolios are aligned with strategic goals and organizational objectives. Process Improvement:Drive measurable improvements in project delivery metrics, such as increasing on-time completion rates and enhancing strategic focus through effective prioritization methods.Required Skills & Qualifications Experience Progressive leadership experiencein Project Management, Program Management, and/or PMO Director roles. Expert-level experience in Smartsheetdevelopment, configuration, and administration, with a proven track record of implementing the platform in multiple corporate environments. Demonstrated experience inestablishing, leading, and maturing a corporate PMOfrom the ground up, including hiring and managing a team of Project Managers, Business Analysts, and Scrum Masters. Experience managing multiple project portfolios (e.g., infrastructure, application development) valued over$10M eachand managing over 300 concurrent projects. Experience inchange managementand successfully integrating new processes and teams following acquisitions or mergers. Design sensibility and UX expertisewith the ability to evaluate and provide constructive feedback on sheet design, layout optimization, color schemes, formatting, and overall visual presentation to enhance usability and user adoption.Certifications Smartsheet Solution Architect Certified (Essential) Smartsheet Certified Solution Consultant(Highly preferred) Project Management Professional (PMP)(Essential) Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP)(Preferred) Certified Agile Practitioner (PMI-ACP)(Preferred)Education & Logistics Education:Master’s degree in project management or a related field is highly desirable Work Hours:This role will primarily operate onEastern Standard Time (EST) hoursto align with company operations. Location:Remote