Vice President of Project Management

Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and results-driven Vice President of Project Management to lead the company's global Project Management organization and drive strategic project execution, operational excellence, and successful delivery of high-impact initiatives.
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) or Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the VP will translate corporate objectives into structured project portfolios, scalable execution frameworks, and measurable delivery plans. This executive will oversee Project Management, Program Management, Portfolio Management, PMO Governance, Resource Planning, Budget Management, Risk Management, Project Performance, and Continuous Improvement.
The VP will work closely with Product, Engineering, Operations, Finance, Sales, and Executive Leadership to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with company objectives. This role will establish effective governance, optimize resource allocation, strengthen cross-functional collaboration, and improve project delivery across the organization.
Key Responsibilities1. Project Management Strategy
Develop and execute the company's global Project Management strategy.
Establish project management frameworks, methodologies, processes, and standards.
Align project priorities with corporate objectives and strategic initiatives.
Establish scalable project governance and decision-making frameworks.
Serve as a strategic project management advisor to Executive Leadership.
2. Strategic Project & Program Management
Lead complex, high-value projects and strategic programs.
Develop project portfolios aligned with business priorities.
Define project objectives, milestones, timelines, and success metrics.
Manage dependencies across projects, teams, and business units.
Ensure successful delivery of strategic initiatives within agreed timelines.
3. PMO Leadership & Governance
Build and oversee a scalable Project Management Office (PMO).
Establish project governance, reporting, and escalation processes.
Monitor project progress, risks, budgets, and delivery performance.
Standardize project documentation and executive reporting.
Improve project visibility, accountability, and execution consistency.
4. Resource & Budget Management
Develop project resource and capacity planning strategies.
Allocate personnel and resources across strategic initiatives.
Oversee project budgets, financial controls, and cost performance.
Partner with Finance on project investment and resource planning.
Optimize resource utilization and project return on investment.
5. Risk & Issue Management
Establish project risk management frameworks and controls.
Identify operational, financial, technical, and delivery risks.
Develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
Oversee issue escalation and resolution across project teams.
Monitor project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
6. Cross-Functional Leadership
Collaborate with Product, Engineering, Operations, Finance, Sales, and other departments.
Establish effective cross-functional project teams.
Resolve dependencies and execution challenges across business units.
Communicate project priorities and performance to senior leadership.
Ensure project execution remains aligned with business strategy.
7. Project Performance & Continuous Improvement
Establish project KPIs and performance dashboards.
Monitor delivery timelines, budgets, quality, and business outcomes.
Evaluate project performance and identify improvement opportunities.
Implement project management best practices and process improvements.
Improve project predictability, delivery efficiency, and operational performance.
8. Team Leadership & Organizational Development
Build and lead a high-performing global Project Management organization.
Recruit, mentor, and develop Project and Program Management leaders.
Establish career paths, competency frameworks, and performance standards.
Foster accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Develop future project management leaders and succession plans.
QualificationsEducation
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Operations, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
MBA or Master's degree preferred.
Experience
20+ years of progressive experience in Project Management, Program Management, Operations, or related functions.
10+ years of senior leadership experience managing project or program organizations.
Proven experience managing complex, high-value, cross-functional projects.
Experience leading global or multi-regional project portfolios.
Strong knowledge of project governance, budgeting, resource planning, risk management, and performance management.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with C-suite executives and senior stakeholders.
Proven ability to improve project delivery, operational efficiency, and organizational performance.
Core Competencies
Project Management
Program Management
Portfolio Management
PMO Leadership
Project Governance
Strategic Planning
Resource Management
Budget Management
Risk Management
Issue Management
Project Planning
Project Performance Management
Stakeholder Management
Cross-Functional Leadership
Process Optimization
Operational Excellence
Change Management
Team Leadership
Executive Communication
Continuous Improvement

Work arrangement
Yes