Director of Project Management
Director of Project Management Location: Remote – United States Employment Type: Full-Time Department: Project Management & Business Operations Reports To: Vice President of Operations
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Director of Project Management to lead project planning, execution, and delivery across multiple business initiatives. This role is responsible for establishing project management standards, coordinating cross-functional resources, managing budgets and timelines, and ensuring projects remain aligned with organizational priorities. The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, analytical thinking, and operational expertise, with the ability to manage complex initiatives, resolve project challenges, and improve delivery performance. Working closely with department leaders and executive management, the Director will strengthen project governance, improve resource utilization, and promote consistent execution across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement project management strategies, methodologies, and operating standards that support business objectives. Oversee the full project lifecycle, including planning, scope definition, scheduling, execution, monitoring, and final delivery. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring milestones, budgets, deliverables, and quality expectations are clearly established and maintained. Coordinate cross-functional teams, project managers, internal stakeholders, and external partners to ensure effective communication and timely execution. Establish project priorities, resource allocation plans, and delivery schedules in collaboration with department leaders. Monitor project budgets, expenditures, staffing requirements, and resource utilization to maintain financial and operational control. Identify project risks, dependencies, schedule conflicts, and potential delivery issues, implementing appropriate mitigation strategies. Develop project dashboards, status reports, performance metrics, and executive summaries to provide visibility into progress and results. Establish consistent project governance procedures, documentation standards, change control processes, and stakeholder communication practices. Lead, mentor, and develop project managers and team members, promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous professional growth. Work with Finance, Operations, Technology, Product, and other departments to align project execution with business priorities. Evaluate project management tools, workflows, and reporting systems to improve productivity, transparency, and decision-making. Conduct project reviews and post-implementation assessments to identify lessons learned and improve future project outcomes. Present project progress, resource requirements, budget considerations, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership. Support organizational planning by assessing project feasibility, implementation requirements, operational impact, and expected business value.
Qualifications
Extensive experience in project management, program management, business operations, or a related field. Demonstrated success managing complex projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, and delivering initiatives against defined objectives. Strong understanding of project planning, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, resource allocation, and performance reporting. Experience leading project managers or overseeing multiple projects across departments. Familiarity with project management methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches. Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, Asana, Smartsheet, or comparable platforms. Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage competing priorities, resolve operational challenges, and make sound decisions in a dynamic environment. Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field preferred. PMP, PRINCE2, or another relevant professional certification is an advantage.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications. Remote work flexibility within the United States. An opportunity to lead important business initiatives and improve project delivery across the organization. Collaboration with executive leadership and cross-functional teams. A professional environment focused on accountability, operational excellence, continuous improvement, and long-term career development. Equal Opportunity The company is committed to fair and consistent employment practices. Candidates are evaluated based on relevant qualifications, professional experience, and the requirements of the role.