Director of Project Management

Role Description The Director of Project Management is a full-time remote role responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic initiatives across the institute. This role leads multiple projects and programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, effective resource allocation, and adherence to timelines and budgets. Day-to-day responsibilities include defining project scopes, setting priorities, managing project plans, monitoring risks, and reporting progress to leadership. The director collaborates with cross-functional teams, facilitates communication among contributors, and drives process improvements to enhance project efficiency and quality. This position also mentors project managers and team members, promotes best practices in project and program management, and supports the continuous evolution of the institute’s virtual learning offerings.
Qualifications
Strong Program Management skills, including oversight of multiple initiatives and alignment with strategic objectives.
Demonstrated Project Management experience in planning, executing, and closing complex projects.
Proficiency in Budgeting and financial oversight to manage project and program costs effectively.
Proven Team Leadership capabilities, with experience guiding and motivating distributed or remote teams.
Experience in Process Improvement, with the ability to analyze workflows and implement scalable, efficient practices.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and conflict resolution skills.
Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, PMI, or similar frameworks).
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, management, or a related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, PgMP) are a plus.
Experience in civil engineering, online education, or technical learning environments is beneficial.
Ability to work independently in a remote setting, manage priorities, and adapt to evolving organizational needs.

Work arrangement
Yes