Director, PMO

PROTRANS INTERNATIONAL • Indianapolis, IN

22h

About The Position

The Director of the Project Management Office (PMO) leads the strategic direction and operational execution of project management activities in the transportation and warehousing industry. This role ensures projects align with business objectives and are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and in accordance with quality and compliance standards. The Director develops and implements project management frameworks, methodologies, and best practices to improve efficiency and resource utilization across complex projects. The role also connects executive leadership, project teams, and external stakeholders to support communication, risk management, and decision-making, while driving continuous improvement in project delivery to support organizational growth and operational excellence.

The Director leads and mentors project managers and coordinators, oversees multiple concurrent projects, collaborates across operations, logistics, IT, and finance, and monitors project performance and risks. Strong leadership, strategic planning, communication, stakeholder management, analytical skills, and proficiency with project management tools support the role's work.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of progressive project management experience within transportation, logistics, or warehousing.
• Proven experience leading a PMO or managing multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies such as PMI, Agile, or Lean Six Sigma.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong strategic planning, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with project management software tools to support scheduling, resource allocation, and reporting.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent.
• Experience with enterprise project management software such as MS Project, Primavera, or JIRA.
• Familiarity with transportation regulations, safety standards, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated success driving digital transformation or process improvement initiatives within transportation or warehousing operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of PMO strategies, policies, and procedures tailored to the transportation and warehousing sector.
• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of multiple concurrent projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Manage and mentor project managers and coordinators, fostering professional growth and high performance.
• Collaborate with operations, logistics, IT, finance, and other cross-functional departments to integrate project planning and execution.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators and project metrics to assess project health and drive continuous improvement.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues proactively, escalating them to senior leadership when necessary.
• Manage stakeholder communications and expectations through regular reporting, presentations, and status updates.
• Drive adoption of project management tools and technologies to improve transparency, collaboration, and efficiency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director