Director Project Management Office

Keolis Canada•Somerville, MA

About The Position

The Director Project Management Office (PMO) is responsible for overseeing large capital projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role involves managing project managers and PMO support staff, developing the PMO team, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety consciousness. The Director will also be responsible for financial oversight, risk management, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and contract agreements.

Requirements

12+ years of experience in a project management/executive role for large ground-up projects, preferably within the Public Transportation Industry.
Experience managing multiple major capital projects or programs concurrently.
Bachelor's Degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction or related areas; professional registration / PMP / certification is highly preferred. 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.
A passion to bring together high-performing, collaborative teams focused on executing projects effectively, while also recognizing individuals for successes leading to a project well done.
Proven ability to lead by example to foster positive cross-functional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Possess a 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.
Able to 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.
Pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screen.
Receive a favorable background check.
Pass a physical examination.

Nice To Haves

PMP / certification is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee large capital projects from $150 Million to over $1 Billion.
Manage, direct, and oversee Project Managers and other PMO support resources.
Develop and implement Cost control/billings/Collections/Change Management/Monthly Status Reports.
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 internal and external clientele appraised on all aspects of planning, design and construction.
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 higher-level details of program status, potential risk factors, potential contingency /allowance expenditures, and explain 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.
Assist with project systems management to assure compliance with federal, state, and other applicable rules, regulations and KCS/MBTA Contract Agreements.