Director of Project Management

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Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Director of Project Management to lead and scale our project management function within a highly technical, engineering-driven environment. This role is responsible for overseeing complex engineering programs, driving execution excellence, and aligning cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact projects on time and within budget. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in engineering project delivery, strong leadership capabilities, and a track record of managing large-scale, multidisciplinary initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Define and implement project management strategies, frameworks, and best practices
• Establish governance models to ensure consistent execution across all engineering programs
• Partner with leadership to align project portfolios with organizational goals

Program & Project Oversight

• Oversee a portfolio of projects, ensuring delivery timelines, quality standards, and budget targets are met
• Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively resolve issues impacting delivery
• Drive prioritization and resource allocation across competing initiatives

Team Leadership & Development

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of project
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and technical excellence
• Provide coaching and career development opportunities for team members

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with engineering, product, operations, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency
• Facilitate communication between technical and non-technical teams, translating complex engineering concepts into actionable plans

Process Improvement

• Implement and optimize project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid)
• Leverage data and KPIs to continuously improve project delivery performance
• Drive adoption of tools and systems that enhance visibility and efficiency

Stakeholder Communication

• Provide regular updates to leadership on project status, risks, and outcomes
• Prepare executive-level reports and presentations

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in project or program management, with a strong focus on engineering or technical environments
• Proven experience leading small and  large-scale, complex engineering projects or portfolios
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing high-performing teams
• Deep understanding of engineering workflows, product development lifecycles, and technical dependencies
• Expertise in project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, hybrid models)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field (Master’s or MBA preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, PgMP, or Agile certifications
• Experience in manufacturing and building systems.
• Familiarity with modern project management and collaboration tools

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and execution
• Technical acumen
• Leadership and team development
• Risk management
• Decision-making under uncertainty
• Operational excellence

What Success Looks Like

• Consistent delivery of engineering projects on time and within scope
• Improved efficiency and predictability across project lifecycles
• Strong alignment between engineering initiatives and business goals
• High-performing, engaged project management team

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