Manager, Project Management Office (PMO)
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The Manager of the PMO will lead the project management office, driving enterprise-wide governance and ensuring the successful execution of the project portfolio. They are responsible for developing standardized methodologies, coaching project managers, and overseeing organizational change management initiatives.
At GrayMatter, we transform operations and empower people. Our technology and consulting services help manufacturers, water utilities and energy companies digitize operations, eliminate cybersecurity threats, and harness analytics to accelerate production.
And that’s where you come in.
GrayMatter is dedicated to creating a team of unmatched talent in industrial technology. Our organizational culture encourages opportunities to learn and collaborate. Five core values woven into our DNA make Team GrayMatter stand above the rest: Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork.
We are seeking a strategic, results-driven leader to join GrayMatter as Manager, PMO. This senior-level role is responsible for leading the Project Management Office (PMO), driving enterprise-wide project governance, and ensuring the successful execution of GrayMatter’s project portfolio. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in project and change management within solutions/services-based organizations, with a strong background in automation systems integration.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and evolve the PMO in alignment with organizational strategy and business objectives.
- Provide strategic leadership to ensure PMO goals support the broader company vision.
- Develop, implement, and maintain standardized project management methodologies, processes, tools, and templates across the organization.
- Oversee project portfolios to ensure successful delivery within scope, budget, schedule, and quality expectations.
- Serve as the primary escalation point for critical project risks, issues, and resolution strategies.
- Drive organizational change management initiatives, fostering adoption of best practices and minimizing resistance.
- Establish and monitor PMO and project performance metrics (KPIs), delivering regular progress, performance, and risk reports to senior leadership.
- Coach, mentor, and develop project managers and coordinators to elevate project execution capabilities.
- Identify and implement continuous improvements to project delivery processes, tools, and operational efficiency.
- Research, evaluate, and integrate project management technologies that enhance delivery capabilities.
- Champion innovation by introducing new methodologies and approaches that advance project management excellence.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
- 10+ years of progressive project management experience.
- Minimum 5–7 years of leadership experience within a solutions/services-based organization.
- Proven expertise in automation systems integration engineering and project management.
- Demonstrated success leading a PMO or equivalent strategic project function.
- Deep knowledge of project management methodologies, governance frameworks, and best practices.
- Strong strategic planning, leadership, and organizational development capabilities.
- Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Proven ability to drive change management initiatives and organizational adoption.
- Highly self-motivated, with a strong focus on growth, operational excellence, and team development.
The target annual base compensation for this position is $150,000 - $175,000, based upon relevant qualifications and work location.
Featured Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning day one of employment
- Employer paid short term disability and life insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave
- Additional benefits available such as long term disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, EAP, telemedicine, HSA and FSA
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