Director of Project Management

Description Director of Project ManagementDepartment: EngineeringLocation: Victaulic – Corporate Headquarters in Easton, PAReports To: VP of Engineering OperationsRELOCATION PACKAGE IS OFFERED FOR THIS ROLE*NO AGENCY CALLS PLEASE* Position SummaryThe Director of Project Management is a senior leadership role responsible for transforming and leading the Office of Project Management across a complex, cross-functional manufacturing and engineering organization. This individual will oversee a multi-level team—including a Senior Project Management Manager and experienced PMs—and will lead efforts to strategically restructure the function to increase efficiency, scalability, and alignment with business priorities.This leader will bring a visionary mindset, strong experience in new product development and the ability to elevate executional excellence. The ideal candidate will be as comfortable developing strategic frameworks while coaching teams and navigating tactical challenges. This role will establish and oversee comprehensive project management frameworks, methodologies, and governance structures to drive successful product launches from conception to market. This leader will play a pivotal role in driving innovation and operational excellence in our project management organization.Key ResponsibilitiesVision & Organizational Alignment•Define and execute a clear, scalable project management vision aligned with company growth and product development goals•Develop and implement enterprise-wide project management strategy for product development initiatives•Partner with leadership to align project management resourcing with business ranked priorities•Build and lead a center of excellence in project management, driving standardization and repeatable success across programs•Evaluate and optimize current tools, workflows, and team structure to increase cross-functional impact and program deliveryTeam Leadership & Development•Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team of project managers•Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning within the Project Management Organization (PMO)•Build career paths, mentor high-potential talent, and create professional training and development programs for project management staff•Lead team performance management, resource planning, and hiring strategyProject Portfolio & Execution•Oversee project portfolio management, including resource allocation, timeline optimization, and risk mitigation•Oversee planning and execution of complex, strategic programs—including New Product Development (NPD) and engineering innovation projects.•Implement project management tools, systems, and reporting infrastructure•Drive product development processes and milestone reviews to ensure quality deliverables and timely product launches•Monitor project performance metrics and KPIs, providing regular executive reporting and insights•Drive accountability for delivery on scope, schedule, cost, and quality metrics across all projectsCross-Functional Partnership•Work closely with Engineering, Product Management, Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, and Sales teams to ensure seamless project execution•Collaborate closely with functional areas to eliminate barriers and support integrated planning•Facilitate cross-functional communication and decision-making processes•Manage stakeholder relationships and expectations across all organizational levelsProcess Innovation & Transformation•Serve as a change agent, leading initiatives to improve project governance, reporting, and decision-making•Identify opportunities to streamline product development processes and reduce time-to-market•Lead digital transformation initiatives within the PMO function•Actively work with the cross-functional team on enhanced functionality and adoption of our Project Portfolio Management software•Establish change-management processes for organizational and project-related changes•Identify and remove bottlenecks in execution through better tools, dashboards, communication flow, or team alignment•Champion cross-functional risk management and issue escalation protocolsRequired QualificationsEducation•Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field•MBA or advanced technical degree highly preferredExperience•Minimum of 10 years of progressive project management experience, with at least 5 years in leadership roles•Extensive experience in new product development•Proven success managing large-scale, cross-functional teams and complex product development programs•Proven success in building and developing teams•Deep understanding of product development lifecycles and phase review processesCertifications•PMP, PgMP, or equivalent project management certification requiredEssential Skills & Competencies•Exceptional leadership and team management capabilities•Strong business acumen•Excellent communication and presentation skills across all organizational levels•Deep understanding of product development life cycles, phased processes, and regulatory frameworks•Proficiency in project and portfolio management software and tools (., Monday, Microsoft Project, Jira) and other enterprise project management systems•Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, facilitate decision-making, and manage competing priorities•Change management expertise and ability to drive organizational transformation•High emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, and exceptional communication skills•Skilled at translating complex technical information into clear, strategic insights for senior leadershipAdditional Preferred Qualifications and Experience•Experience in mechanical product development, ideally within highly regulated or compliance-driven environments (., industrial, construction, or OEM sectors)•Lean Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt) with demonstrated success applying continuous improvement methodologies to streamline project delivery and reduce operational waste•International project management experience, including managing international teams, navigating cross-cultural communication, and aligning deliverables across regions and time zones•Previous PMO establishment or transformation experience, including the development of standardized project frameworks, governance structures, and enterprise-wide reporting capabilitiesVictaulic Staffing Partner Communication Policy#LI-JT1 #LI-ONSITE #TOP123