Director, Project Management

Oatey Company • Cleveland, OH

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Project Management is responsible for leading the successful execution of a high volume of complex, cross-functional programs and initiatives that support business growth, operational excellence, and product innovation. This role oversees the Project Management function, ensures strong governance and execution discipline, and partners with cross-functional leaders to deliver initiatives on time, within budget, and aligned with strategic objectives. The Director will play a critical role in managing a dynamic portfolio of projects at varying stages of development, balancing competing priorities while maintaining visibility, accountability, and consistent execution standards across the organization.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive experience in project or program management, including leadership of cross-functional initiatives.
• 5+ years of management/supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing a high volume of concurrent projects in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Proven ability to prioritize competing initiatives, manage resource constraints, and maintain execution discipline across a broad portfolio.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PMBOK, Agile, Stage-Gate).
• Experience implementing governance processes and driving cross-functional alignment.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field or equivalent relevant experience in lieu of degree.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working within a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tool to support item creation, product changes, and new product introductions.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Development Lead and develop a high-performing team of project managers capable of managing a large and diverse portfolio of projects simultaneously.
• Establish clear prioritization frameworks to ensure resources are aligned to the most impactful initiatives.
• Support and execute the strategic direction of the Project Management function in alignment with organizational goals and priorities.
• Establish and maintain effective program governance processes to ensure consistent, predictable project delivery across a high-volume environment.
• Provide coaching, performance management, and professional development to build team capability and scalability.
• Program & Portfolio Management Oversee and manage a broad portfolio of concurrent projects, ensuring appropriate prioritization, resource allocation, and risk mitigation.
• Apply industry best practices to develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including risk mitigation strategies and contingency planning.
• Ensure timely delivery of contracted goods and services while meeting cost, quality, and schedule targets.
• Monitor program performance, risks, capacity constraints, and interdependencies across the portfolio, proactively driving issue resolution.
• Implement tools and reporting mechanisms that provide visibility into project status, workload, and portfolio health.
• Enhance and manage product change and item creation processes to improve operational efficiency, visibility, and accuracy.
• Lead and strengthen the new product introduction (NPI) process, establishing standing meetings, clear report-out cadence, and structured stage-gate discipline.
• Stakeholder Management & Communication Provide regular updates to internal and external stakeholders on project status, portfolio health, risks, and overall progress.
• Foster collaboration across departments—including Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Marketing, Sales, and Finance—to ensure milestone achievement.
• Partner with senior leadership to align priorities, manage competing demands, and remove execution barriers.
• Change Management Develop and implement change management strategies to support successful adoption of new initiatives.
• Ensure clear, consistent communication across all levels of the organization to drive alignment and engagement.
• Own and drive enhancements and changes to existing procedures, enabling streamlined and standardized processes across departments and functions.
• Support organizational readiness through structured communication plans, stakeholder engagement, and reinforcement mechanisms to sustain improvements.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance
• Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing
• Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation
• Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents
• Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates
• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.

What This Job Offers

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