Director Project Manager Operations Requisition ID: 3715

Denali Water Solutions LLC•Dardanelle, AR

About The Position

Project Management Office is responsible for facilitating and leading all strategic projects (as defined by the Executive Steering Committee), as well as project management training, support, and implementation of all the executive steering committee designated projects and initiatives throughout Denali. This role will serve as the lead Director of the Denali Project Management Office (PMO) for critical overall business initiatives as approved by the executive steering committee. In this capacity, the position will work closely with the COO, CFO, CSO and EVP of Supply Chain and other Denali leaders to help identify, refine, gain agreed accountability, and develop timelines to drive critical projects across all functions of the company.

Responsibilities

Champions project management disciplines and utilizes the processes, structures, and tools for project management success across the entire organization.
Collaborates with key stakeholders and business partners in analyzing current state to develop future state objectives.
Administration of issues, risks and the development of escalation plans to ensure project execution.
Participate in the prioritization of enterprise initiatives as well as the realization of established goals/objectives. Ensures initiatives align with organizational strategic objectives.
Oversees the PMO team and projects from conception through implementation as the leader of the Project Management Office or as an individual Project Manager assisting the business units; helping to identify risks and resolve issues as they arise.
Ensures appropriate stakeholder commitment to the projects and schedules are met.
Removes barriers through influence to ensure the success of all projects.
Build and manage project plans, project management load charts (PMO workloads). Mark milestones and understand the critical path. Calculates the project dates based on estimates of work and resource allocation.
Provides a governance structure for developing project plans, approving projects, and reporting status for all initiatives, to meet agreed upon timeline and budgets.
Participates as part of the executive steering committee leadership team to develop and implement projects that align with company strategy.
Works cross-functionally with the EVP of Supply Chain to create all project materials and training.
Responsible for ongoing communication with project owners regarding updates that effect any and all projects assigned to the Project Management Office.
Responsible for gathering and tracking plans, costs, financial results, deliverables, and dependencies.
Develop the Project Management Offices KPI’s for the Executive Steering Committee.
Monitor and develop relations between projects, project managers, owners and team members.
Create and lead the Denali PMO organization and develop the structure to support project efforts. Responsible for leading, training and coaching a team of project managers within the PMO.
Develop, train, and mentor others in the use of lean methods, approaches, and techniques to imbed lean methodologies within each project.

Benefits

Mission-driven work in a rapidly growing sustainability company
Opportunities for professional growth and learning
Collaborative, values-driven team culture
Competitive salary and benefits
Comprehensive Medical: Our self-insured medical plans are designed with your health in mind, offering competitive options including copay and HSA plans so you can choose what best suit your health needs.
Dental & Vision: Keep your smile bright and your vision clear with full coverage for you and your family.
Generous 401(k) Match: We’re here for your long-term future – we offer a generous 401(k) match of up to 4%, helping you build the foundation for tomorrow.
Company-Paid Disability & Life Insurance: We’ve got you covered with company-paid Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, as well as AD&D and Life Insurance, giving you peace of mind knowing you’re protected.
Voluntary Life for Employees & Family: Customize additional coverage for you and your loved ones with our voluntary life insurance options.
Health Savings Plan: Save on medical expenses with a Health Savings Plan designed for your needs.
Paid Time Off (PTO) & Sick Time: We value your well-being. Take time for yourself, your family, and personal matters with generous PTO and Sick Time, including family leave.
9 Paid Holidays: Enjoy a well-rounded work-life balance with 9 paid holidays throughout the year.
Paid Weekly: We believe in rewarding hard work consistently, which is why we offer weekly pay so you can stay on top of your financial goals.
Professional Development: Ascend in your career with free access to thousands of courses that allow you to grow and develop professionally.
Employee Assistance Program: Life can be challenging at times, and we’re here to support you with our confidential Employee Assistance Program that offers counseling and resources for a variety of personal and professional needs.
Wellness Program: At Denali, we believe that well-being goes beyond health coverage. Our Wellness Program offers resources to keep you mentally, physically, and emotionally balanced as you climb higher in both life and career.