VP, Project Management Office- Remote

Who We Are

At OBE, together, we build excellence every day… We are driven by our passion to lead our industry and build a sustainable future, we focus on exceeding customer expectations and delivering innovative solutions. We succeed through the dedication of our empowered teams and partners who fuel our ambition to achieve excellence in the markets where we have a right to win.

We believe safety, integrity, performance culture, teamwork, customer centricity, and agility are at the core of who we are and how we operate each day to achieve success.

Job Summary

The VP of our Project Management Office isn’t just a job – it’s a starting point to an awesome career with a great company. This role doesn’t exist today, so you will have a real chance to make the job your own. We are hiring builders here at OBE. And you will make an impact, every single day. This role can be based anywhere in the United States.

This role is perfect for an individual who approaches their work professionally and who loves to lead a diverse team. If that sounds like you, come join this industry leader!

This position holds a critical leadership role responsible for overseeing the organization's project portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and resource constraints.

The VP PMO will drive excellence in project management practices, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and lead transformative initiatives to support OBE’s mission of Delivering Excellence Every day.

Here’s What You’ll Get To Do

• Lead the establishment and development of the PMO office, including recruiting, training, and fostering a high-performing culture to effectively execute strategic initiatives and drive organizational success.
• Collaborate with leaders to drive successful integration, project execution, strategic insights to overcome challenges, ensuring appropriate resource allocation, and facilitating a seamless transition to "business as usual" upon project completion.
• Engage in cross-functional collaboration to address issues, mitigate risks, and implement necessary changes.
• Directs projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered promptly, on time, and within budget.
• Partner with the HR leaders to comprehend the cultural and talent implications of transformational initiatives, ensuring the development of a comprehensive talent, culture, and change management strategy.
• Establish project management governance frameworks, methodologies, and standards to ensure consistency, efficiency, and quality in project delivery across the enterprise.
• Define project management processes, roles, and responsibilities to promote accountability and transparency throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project management teams, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Develop and nurture talent within the project management function, providing coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, business unit heads, project sponsors, and external partners, ensuring effective communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle, facilitating collaboration and buy-in from stakeholders.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to minimize disruptions and maximize project success
• Monitor project performance against established metrics and KPIs, providing monthly updates to senior leadership and stakeholders, driving a culture of continuous improvement within the project management function, seeking opportunities to enhance capabilities, and deliver greater value to the organization.
• Ensure that project management practices comply with relevant regulations, industry standards, and internal policies, upholding ethical standards and promoting transparency and accountability in project execution.
  
  

Here’s What We’re Looking For:

• Ability to travel ~75% to support M&A integration activity
• Bachelor's degree in business administration or equivalent work experience , project management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management and integration with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of driving strategic transformations and delivering tangible results within complex organizations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• PMP or other relevant certifications preferred.
  
  

Additional Success Factors:

• Act with integrity at all times, remaining honest, transparent, and respectful in all relationships.
• Foster open collaboration and constructive dialogue with everyone around you.
• Continuously innovate new solutions, influencing and responding to change.
• Focus on superior outcomes, and calibrate work processes for outstanding results.
  
  

What OBE Offers You

• Competitive pay
• Paid time off
• 10 Holidays (inclusive of 2 floating holidays)
• Market competitive 401(k) match
• Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Life Insurance
  
  

About OBE

At OBE, we believe the work of our employees truly matters. From apartments in New York to office buildings in Toronto, stadiums in Dallas, and universities in Atlanta, our teams contribute to the projects that shape the world where we live, work, heal, and play.

OBE delivers products to a broad customer base of architects, glaziers, contractors, and developers serving diversified residential and commercial construction end-markets. With over 6,700 employees, we operate 82 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries.

If you want to help us build something great- we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager for consideration. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

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