Robinson Group has partnered with our expanding, $5B manufacturing client on a critical,
newly created position.
We are looking for a Director of IT PMO who will build a best-in-class Project Management Office from the ground up.
This person will lead the establishment and management of the IT PMO and
will require a strategic leader with a strong background in program and project management
methodologies, IT governance, and organizational change management.
*Competitive salary, bonus and LTIs.
The culture is fast-paced, entrepreneurial, supportive and structured for your success and advancement.
This position is based in Exton, PA and is a hybrid work model.
*Contact us to confidentially discuss this opportunity in more detail.
The Role:
Establish and maintain the IT PMO framework to standardize project delivery and ensure alignment with organizational strategy. Define and implement project governance structures,including project charters, steering committees, and decision-making processes, to provide oversight and accountability for IT initiatives.
Develop and maintain a portfolio management process to prioritize and resource IT projects based on strategic objectives, business value, and resource availability.
Provide leadership, talent development, and mentoring to project managers and project teams, ensuring adherence to project management best practices, standards, and methodologies.
Collaborate with both business and IT stakeholders, as well as PMO teams, to understand project requirements, scope, and objectives, and ensure alignment with business priorities and expectations.
Manage the IT project portfolio and team members, monitoring project progress, milestones, and risks, and proactively identifying and addressing issues to ensure successful project delivery.
Develop and maintain project management metrics and reporting mechanisms to track project performance, evaluate outcomes, and communicate project status to stakeholders.
Establish and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the IT PMO, promoting knowledge sharing, lessons learned, and the adoption of industry best practices.
Establish and lead organizational change management initiatives to ensure successful adoption and implementation of new processes, methodologies, and tools within the IT organization.
Your skill set:
High degree of influence and collaboration at all levels of the organization.
Knowledge of data systems, leading vendors, and technologies in the PMO, Resource management, and Change Management areas.
Ability to build, manage, and lead a high performing team.
Advanced knowledge of project management disciplines.
Ability to execute programs and projects without ongoing supervision or oversight passion for building and developing talent within the organization.
Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of driving organizational change and delivering business value through IT initiatives.
Proven ability to manage and mentor project managers and project teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Knowledge of IT governance frameworks and regulatory compliance requirements related to IT project management.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Your experience:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field.
Proven experience 10+ years in a leadership role overseeing program and project management at a large organization (over $1B in revenue).
Strong understanding of project management methodologies, frameworks, and best practices (e.g., PMBOK, Agile, Scrum, ITIL).
Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, Prince2) and/or Agile methodologies (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster) is highly desirable.
Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Experience with project portfolio management tools and techniques for prioritizing, tracking, and managing project portfolios.