Manager of Strategic Project Management Office

CHERVON NORTH AMERICA INC•Naperville, IL

1d•$115,000 - $145,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager of Strategic Project Management Office (SPMO) provides leadership, organization and coordination to support strategic initiative execution through initiative scoping, project management and execution. The SPMO ensures all projects administered by the adhere to the best practices and standard approaches for program and project management. He/she manages change and promotes the continuous improvement of project management related processes throughout Chervon. The SPMO guides project stakeholders in defining project scope and ensuring the effective utilization of resource. The Manager, SPMO will work closely with senior leadership to align on the strategic priorities of the organization. This position requires an individual with deep expertise in strategic planning, project management, and process optimization.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in project/program management, with at least 3 years in a PMO leadership role or managing project managers
Knowledge and experience of best practice project management methodologies and techniques to provide sound advice and support to Project Managers
Strong understanding of project portfolio management, governance, and execution frameworks
Ability to influence others to manage their projects in accordance with project management best practice
Ability to navigate complex, high-impact projects in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change management and process improvement
Ability to clearly, concisely and accurately report on project progress and outcomes to leadership and steering groups
Ability to quickly develop an understanding of complex projects and situations across all areas of the organization

Nice To Haves

Project management qualification preferred including PMP, PgMP or Six Sigma Black Belt

Responsibilities

SPMO Leadership & Strategy - Lead the Strategic Project Management Office, ensuring the implementation and adherence to best practices and methodologies. Drive project management maturity and consistency across the organization.
Project Portfolio Management - Oversee and optimize a portfolio of strategic projects, ensuring prioritization aligns with corporate objectives and resources are effectively allocated.
Process Management - Define and maintain project management standards, processes, and best practices to ensure consistency and initiative success.
SPMO Performance - Standardize PMO governance, reporting, and performance tracking, providing insights to senior leadership through reporting and KPIs.
Risk & Change Management – Identify, assess, and mitigate risks across projects. Champion change management initiatives to ensure successful project adoption and integration.
Stakeholder Engagement – Act as a trusted advisor to executives and key stakeholders, facilitating decision-making and aligning projects with business needs.
Continuous Improvement - Capture lessons learned and apply insights to refine processes and improve future project execution.