We are seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to head our Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) during a pivotal period of organizational transformation. This executive-level role reports directly to the Office of the President and will have enterprise-wide influence. The Vice President of the EPMO will steer the vision, execution, and successful delivery of high-impact initiatives across the company. This position requires a forward-thinking leader with deep expertise in project and change management, outstanding leadership skills, and a demonstrated ability to align cross-functional teams with overarching business objectives. The VP will be tasked with developing and embedding project management frameworks, processes, and best practices to enhance efficiency and accountability.
The successful candidate will be an inspiring leader who fosters a culture of respect, collaboration, and motivation, empowering teams to achieve exceptional results. Strong collaboration and influence across senior leadership are essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Program Oversight: Direct the execution, tracking, and completion of major cross-departmental projects. Work closely with department leaders to establish project timelines, roadmaps, and resource strategies that align with both current and anticipated business needs.
- Cross-Company Coordination: Collaborate with senior executives and department heads to set priorities and ensure the successful execution of critical projects. Act as the primary point of contact between the EPMO, key stakeholders, executive leadership, and the Office of the President to maintain alignment and transparency.
- Team Leadership: Assess the current PMO structure and talent, making strategic hires or internal promotions as needed to build a top-tier project management team. Provide coaching, mentorship, and a culture of accountability within the team.
- Risk & Change Oversight: Identify potential risks early and implement mitigation plans. Lead change management efforts to ensure project success, and hold teams accountable for delivery and collaboration.
- Process Optimization: Conduct project reviews to capture key learnings and embed them in future initiatives. Champion continuous improvement by sharing best practices and facilitating ongoing training.
- Executive Reporting: Develop clear, high-level reporting tools to keep executive stakeholders informed of project statuses, risks, and key milestones.
- Project Methodology Development: Establish a robust project management framework that enhances delivery and ownership across teams. This includes processes for handling risks, issues, and changes, implementing project planning tools, and developing dashboards for transparent communication and performance tracking.
- Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as needed to support enterprise project management goals.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, or a closely related discipline.
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in project and program management leadership.
- At least 5 years in a senior leadership capacity, ideally within a Project Management Office.
- Proven track record of building strong partnerships with stakeholders at all organizational levels.
- Skilled at managing multiple priorities in high-pressure environments.
- Active PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
- Advanced proficiency with project management tools and platforms.
- Demonstrated success in leading complex, multi-functional projects.
- Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire and engage teams.
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
