Hybrid - PMO Director - Practice Project Management Office Director - Sr PMO Project Manager

2 weeks ago

Chicago, United States DTI (Diversified Technology Inc.) Full time

Job Title: PMO Practice Director Department: Project Management Office

FSLA Status: Exempt Schedule: 8:30a – 5:00p (M-F); Hybrid*

Reports To: Director of Operations Effective Date: June 17, 2024

President/CEO


Job Summary:

The Project Management Office (PMO) Practice Director is responsible for leading the PMO and ensuring the successful implementation and management of project management processes and methodologies across the organization. This role involves overseeing project managers, managing project portfolios, and ensuring that all projects align with the client’s strategic objectives. This individual communicates with executive stakeholders on all projects within the program portfolio. The PMO Practice Director will also play a crucial role in fostering a project management culture, improving project delivery capabilities, and ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Coach and mentor project management team and share knowledge of best practices.
  • Establish the PMO organization structure, hire, and manage project staffing requirements in line with project objectives.
  • Mange project deliverables with Project Managers, Analysts, Market Leads, Regional Directors, and support contractors in a direct and indirect reporting structure.
  • Set annual performance targets for direct reports and conduct performance reviews.
  • Oversee Project Mangers for the delivery of projects/programs on time, within scope and on budget.

Duties/Responsibilities

  1. Leadership and Strategy:Develop and implement the PMO strategy and operating model to support organizational goals.
  2. Lead the PMO team, including hiring, training, mentoring, and performance management.
  3. Establish and enforce project management standards, methodologies, and best practices.
  4. Project Portfolio Management (DTI Prime projects only):Manage project portfolio for all projects where DTI is the prime supplier to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
  5. Responsible for overall project delivery for all DTI Prime projects/programs.
  6. Prioritize projects based on business goals, resource availability, and risk assessments.
  7. Monitor and report on project portfolio performance, including timelines, budgets, risks, and outcomes.
  8. Process Improvement:Continuously evaluate and improve project management processes, tools, and techniques.
  9. Implement and maintain project management software and tools to enhance efficiency.
  10. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and organizational learning.
  11. Stakeholder Management:Serve as the primary point of contact for project-related matters.
  12. Communicate project status, issues, and successes to stakeholders and senior management.
  13. Facilitate collaboration and coordination among project teams and departments.
  14. Risk Management:Identify and mitigate risks associated with project delivery.
  15. Develop contingency plans and manage project change requests.
  16. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational policies.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Proficient in project management software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA, Asana).
  • Ability to analyze complex data and provide actionable insights.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
  • A passion for company culture and creating differentiated employee engagement experiences
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Project Management, or a related field.

Master’s degree or MBA preferred.

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification required.
  • Program Management Professional (PgMP) or Portfolio Management Professional (PfMP) is a plus.

Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

Proven experience in managing large-scale projects and project portfolios.

Experience in implementing and managing PMO functions and processes.


* The current hybrid work schedule is temporary and will transition to a full-time onsite model in the future.

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