Director, Project Management

The Director of Project Management oversees the entire project management department and department performance. The Director will be charged with creating the PM vision & plan, collaborating with other leaders, supporting the PM team as a mentor, and managing workload and assignments. Other highlights include leading the team to ensure a high level of project execution achieved within or under budget, the creation and continuous improvement of the PM process, and being the face of the PM team for internal and external presentations.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Overall responsibility for the performance of the PM department, budget, and project execution
• Create and lead the education program for the project managers enabling the department to continuously improve their capabilities
• Creation of, and continuous improvement of the PM process, standards, and documentation
• Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, timelines, and budgetary constraints
• Manage requests for staff project assignments, balance workload, and work with teams to ensure proper support levels are in place
• Participate and represent project management during client presentations
• Collaborates with other organizational leaders on processes, solutions, and proper organizational support levels
• Mentor Project Managers on their skills, approach, and performance to build a well-performing professional team
• Conducts regular one-on-ones with team members providing performance and career development guidance
• Takes the lead on harnessing technology to improve our PM efforts while partnering with IT
• Takes part in annual business planning and road map creation
• Creation and tracking of reports, metrics, and industry trends
• Approves time, expenses, and other managerial administrative duties

Training, Education, Experience, Skills:

• Proven experience 5 years in project management, with a track record of successfully leading and delivering projects of varying scope and complexity
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop teams
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Ability to create and improve processes and policies to ensure efficiency and top-quality service
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira), with the ability to adapt and tailor approaches to meet project needs
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, capable of identifying and addressing project-related challenges
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and maintain attention to detail
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus

Desired Skills and Experience

Training, Education, Experience, Skills:
Proven experience 5 years in project management, with a track record of successfully leading and delivering projects of varying scope and complexity
Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop teams
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Ability to create and improve processes and policies to ensure efficiency and top-quality service
Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira), with the ability to adapt and tailor approaches to meet project needs
Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, capable of identifying and addressing project-related challenges
Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and maintain attention to detail
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.