Director, PMO

Position Overview

The Director of Project Management Office (PMO) at Essentia leads the management and successful delivery of complex, large-scale broadband and telecommunications initiatives. This executive role is responsible for directing a group of project managers, ensuring strategic project planning, meticulous execution, and on-time, on-budget completion while maintaining quality excellence. Driving continuous enhancement of PM processes and maintaining strong client relationships are key to this position's success.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and execute the PMO's strategic direction in line with overall company objectives.
• Lead, coach, and develop the project management team to foster continuous learning and improvement.
• Define and uphold PMO standards, processes, and industry best practices suited for our project portfolio.
• Supervise organization-wide project execution to guarantee timely delivery within scope and budget constraints.
• Establish and maintain project tracking and reporting systems to evaluate progress and performance.
• Regularly review project statuses and communicate outcomes to senior leadership.
• Collaborate with business unit leaders and stakeholders to ensure projects align with strategic goals.
• Promote cross-departmental communication to facilitate project success and resolve issues promptly.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and effectively address any conflicts or challenges.
• Optimize resource planning and deployment including personnel, budget, and technological assets.
• Recognize and solve resource shortfalls to equip the PMO with necessary tools and skills.
• Create and implement comprehensive risk management tactics integrated into all project activities.
• Define KPIs to gauge PMO effectiveness and provide analysis with improvement recommendations.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• At least 10 years of professional project management experience, with a minimum of 5 years focused in Outside/Inside Plant Construction.
• Successful history of managing extensive and multifaceted projects from inception through completion.
• Broad technical knowledge of broadband technologies such as fiber optics, wireless transmission, and cable networks.

Technical Expertise

• Skilled in project management software tools including MS Project, Primavera, or comparable platforms.
• Comprehensive understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, and risk mitigation.
• Advanced competence in project documentation standards and quality assurance methods.

Education and Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Telecommunications, Engineering, or related disciplines is preferred.
• Possession of Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is mandatory.

Leadership and Strategic Skills

• Proven leadership capabilities with experience mentoring and managing project management teams.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills for engaging with diverse stakeholders and clients.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of handling multiple priorities in dynamic environments.
• Proactive with adaptability to changing circumstances and shifting priorities.