DirectJobHub
Jobs · Information Technology · Minnesota

Project Manager Operations - Associate Director

nVent · Anoka, MN · 2 wk ago
On-siteInformation Technology$146k–$272k/yrFull-time

About the role

Partner with executive leadership to align project initiatives with strategic business priorities and long-term operational goals.
Lead end-to-end project lifecycle management, including scope definition, budgeting, resource planning, risk assessment, and execution strategy.
Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, including timelines, staffing models, resource allocation, and performance metrics to ensure successful delivery.
Drive cross-functional collaboration across departments to ensure alignment, accountability, and efficient execution of project objectives.
Monitor and communicate project performance, proactively identifying risks, mitigating issues, and ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
Establish and maintain project governance standards, ensuring consistency in methodologies, reporting, and documentation.
Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to project team members; foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence.
Champion process improvement initiatives, leveraging Lean or continuous improvement methodologies to optimize efficiency and outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with executive leadership to align project initiatives with strategic business priorities and long-term operational goals.
  • Lead end-to-end project lifecycle management, including scope definition, budgeting, resource planning, risk assessment, and execution strategy.
  • Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, including timelines, staffing models, resource allocation, and performance metrics to ensure successful delivery.
  • Drive cross-functional collaboration across departments to ensure alignment, accountability, and efficient execution of project objectives.
  • Monitor and communicate project performance, proactively identifying risks, mitigating issues, and ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
  • Establish and maintain project governance standards, ensuring consistency in methodologies, reporting, and documentation.
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to project team members; foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence.
  • Champion process improvement initiatives, leveraging Lean or continuous improvement methodologies to optimize efficiency and outcomes.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree or PMP certification preferred).
  • 7+ years of progressive project management experience, with demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional initiatives.
  • Experience in construction and/or general contractor project environments (highly preferred).
  • Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Proven ability to lead teams and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels, including executive leadership.
  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex information.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Willingness to travel up to 15%.

Qualifications

  • Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers.
  • We’re known for being: Innovative & adaptable, Dedicated to absolute integrity, Focused on the customer first, Respectful and team oriented, Optimistic and energizing, Accountable for performance.

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Leadership
  • Collaboration
  • Risk Management
  • Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Decision Making
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Lean Manufacturing

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Short-term and long-term disability benefits
  • Critical illness, accident insurance, and life insurance
  • A 401(k) retirement plan
  • An employee stock purchase plan (with a company match)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • caregiver, personal and parental leave
  • Back-up care services
  • Paid time off including volunteer time
  • A well-being program
  • Legal & identity theft protection

Pay

$146,300.00 - $271,700.00 Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Schedule

Full-time

Similar jobs