Director, Project Management

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Director Project Management to join the team of a leader in the Manufacturing & Automotive space. This role will drive complex programs from planning through execution with a focus on structure, accountability, and measurable delivery. You will work across business leaders, delivery teams, and strategic partners to align priorities, manage dependencies, and keep initiatives on track. The position offers the opportunity to bring clarity to complex work and deliver outcomes that matter across the organization within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of project managers in executing complex automation programs worth over $250 million
• Build and scale the project management team as demand for programs increases
• Oversee performance metrics for project delivery, including scope, schedule, budget, and customer satisfaction
• Act as a primary escalation point for issues related to cost, schedule, quality, or safety
• Drive continuous improvement and standardization of project delivery in collaboration with the PMO
• Anticipate risks and identify opportunities to maintain project timelines
• Provide clear communication and regular updates to leadership and client executives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, supply chain, business administration, or related field; MBA preferred
• 10+ years of project or program management experience in large-scale, cross-functional environments
• 5+ years of direct people leadership experience, including team building and mentoring
• Proven delivery of programs exceeding $200M with simultaneous complex projects
• Experience with large capital projects in customer-facing or design-build environments
• Background in material handling, automation, robotics, or e-commerce fulfillment
• PMP certification preferred with Lean or continuous improvement experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Disability insurance
• 401K plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Remote work flexibility with travel requirements