Director Of Project Management Office

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This position is part of Novanta's JADAK business. We seek a highly motivated Director of Project Management Office (PMO) to lead our Project Management Office. The Director of PMO will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful planning, execution, and delivery of Projects, aligning them with our strategic goals and customer expectations. You will have a track record in Project Management, leadership, and a deep understanding of technology-driven industries.

• Provide strategic direction and oversight to the PMO team, aligning project initiatives with the company's objectives
• Lead and mentor the team, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence. Review action plans to identify and mitigate risks
• Manage and prioritize the project portfolio, ensuring resources are allocated effectively and projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Continuously improve Project Management processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and cross-functional collaboration
• Act as a liaison between the PMO, executive leadership, and project stakeholders, providing regular updates and reports

• Actively manage projects end to end (from budget and schedule definition to final customer delivery) on a per need basis to preserve output of the office
• Ensure quality of all project documentation such as requirements, design, and test specifications

Position Requirements

• Significant experience in Project Management, preferably in a technology or engineering organization, with relevant experience in a leadership role
• Experience managing complex engineering projects involving hardware and software
• Excellent working knowledge of common software tools such as Microsoft Office: MS Project and MS Excel. PWA, Arena and Power BI would be a plus
• Strong leadership skills, with a proven track record of managing cross-functional teams. Excellent communication skills
• Positive, can-do attitude, with strong engagement skills and ability to influence positive outcomes
• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and adapt to changing requirements

Education:

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineer, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics or similar disciplines
• PMP, PgMP or similar Project Management certification is highly desirable

Physical Requirements:

• Mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer.
• Ability to use vison to read computer screen and read printed materials
• Travel less than 20%

Compensation and Benefits

• The base pay for this position ranges from $121,236 to $166,699 depending on the geographic market.
• Dependent on the position offered, annual bonusses and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of the compensation package.
• Novanta supports all aspects of your life's needs. This position provides a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits to make your quality of life better.

Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.
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