Director Project Management Office

Keolis America•Somerville, MA

About The Position

The Director Project Management Office (PMO) will provide overall project management support for large capital projects ranging from $150 Million to over $1 Billion. This role involves managing multiple major capital projects or programs concurrently, ensuring productivity, quality, and timelines are met within budget. The Director will oversee Project Managers and PMO support resources, foster positive cross-functional relationships, and maintain the highest level of quality in work products. A strong emphasis is placed on safety consciousness, environmental commitment, and compliance with all applicable regulations and contract agreements. The position requires a seasoned construction professional with extensive experience in project management and a deep understanding of PM processes, tools, and methodologies.

Requirements

12+ years of experience in the project management/executive role, for large ground-up projects preferably within Public Transportation Industry.
Experience managing multiple major capital projects or programs concurrently.
Bachelor's Degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction or related areas; or equivalent years of experience.
Proficiency in different PM and Project Controls processes, Tools, Technologies, and methodologies.
Demonstrated proficiency in project controls, including cost, schedule, risk, resource, and stakeholder management.
Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical groups in a fast-paced environment, while handling large volumes of work and multitasking.
Proven ability to lead by example to foster positive cross-functional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
High-level understanding of commercial and industrial architecture/engineering.
Demonstrated understanding of PM processes and systems, along with experience in a variety of models, and types of PMO tools.
In-depth knowledge of contract language in both owner and sub-contractor relationships and how to leverage those documents to guide the overall success of a project.
Must pass a physical examination.
Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment drug and alcohol screen.
Contingent upon receiving a favorable background check.

Nice To Haves

Professional registration / PMP / certification is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide overall project management support for large capital projects from $150 Million to more than $1 Billion.
Manage, direct, and oversee Project Managers and other PMO support resources as assigned.
Assess project issues and develop solutions to ensure overall program productivity, quality, and timelines are met within budget, involving other functional areas where appropriate.
Review and enhance weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual on project financials, project progress, risks, areas of concern, trends and forecasting prior to being issued to Management.
Develop and implement Cost control/billings/Collections/Change Management/Monthly Status Reports for KCS contract with the client.
Ensure standardization of internal and customer-facing reports, Invoice review process, cost category billing and approval processes and Risk Management process for the PMs.
Collaborate in continuous improvement efforts for the department.
Attend and participate in all project meetings with various contractors and the client as necessary.
Keep the internal and external clientele appraised on all aspects of planning, design and construction, including project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, subcontractors, suppliers, estimates, documentation turnover, client relations/management, field staff and other duties required to execute projects.
Articulate vision, communicate purpose, and outline expectations to sustain employee engagement.
Develop PMO Team with an emphasis on talent and performance management.
Support professional development and build a team to achieve successful project outcomes.
Understand the higher-level details of program status, potential risk factors, potential contingency /allowance expenditures, and explain any profit fluctuations to upper management.
Make all decisions with Safety consciousness and help drive that mindset around the organization.
Maintain the highest level of quality in work products produced and identify opportunities to improve and enhance quality.
Optimize the performance of the KCS asset safety, reliability and quality, by embedding best practices, instilling a culture of continuous improvement, implementing technical innovation and improving management systems.
Assist with project systems management to assure compliance with federal, state, and other applicable rules, regulations and KCS/MBTA Contract Agreements.