Head of Project Management

Antunes • Carol Stream, IL

7d • $148,000 - $185,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Purpose of This Role: To build and lead a global Project Management Office that transforms how Antunes plans and delivers projects by establishing disciplined execution, predictable outcomes, and clear portfolio visibility so high-quality solutions are consistently delivered to customers and stakeholders on time and within set budgets.

Requirements

• Manufacturing industry experience is required.
• Project and portfolio management methodologies (PMI, Agile, hybrid approaches)
• NPD stage-gate processes
• Resource planning and capacity management
• Risk management
• Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar).
• B.Sc. or higher in engineering, business, or related discipline

Nice To Haves

• PMP certification preferred.
• Facilitation, Coaching and capability development
• Executive-level communication and reporting
• Business & Financial acumen

Responsibilities

• PMO Build & Operating Model: Establish and lead the PMO function, defining standards, tools, governance, and ways of working that enable consistent project delivery across the enterprise.
• Project Delivery Excellence & Predictability: Define and implement planning, scheduling, and risk management practices that improve execution discipline, reduce variability, and increase delivery reliability.
• Portfolio Management & Strategic Alignment: Implement portfolio management systems that support prioritization, resource allocation, and trade-off decisions aligned with enterprise strategy.
• Visibility, Metrics & Reporting: Create transparency into project performance through standardized reporting, dashboards, and status reviews that give leaders a clear, fact-based view of the portfolio.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Enable effective collaboration across engineering, operations, sales, marketing, technical service, and supply chain throughout the project lifecycle.
• Capability Building & Continuous Improvement: Build organizational project management capability through tools, templates, training, and lessons learned—driving continuous improvement once baseline stability is achieved.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement Plans: 401(k) plan with company match to help you plan for your future.
• Employee Wellness Programs: Access to wellness programs, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Life Insurance: Basic and supplemental life insurance options.
• Disability Insurance: Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).

What This Job Offers

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