About the role
About the Role
As a Lead Project Portfolio Manager, you will oversee the strategic execution of complex system upgrades and retrofits within active industrial environments. You will drive operational excellence by mentoring high-performing teams, managing multi-million dollar budgets, and ensuring that all project milestones are met with precision and safety.
Responsibilities
- Direct the end-to-end lifecycle of a diverse project portfolio, optimizing resource allocation and scheduling to ensure timely delivery.
- Provide leadership and professional development to a team of Site Project Managers and Field Technicians to foster a culture of accountability.
- Act as the primary executive liaison for key clients, managing expectations and resolving high-level project escalations.
- Maintain rigorous financial oversight, including budget forecasting, cost control, and the application of stage-gate governance.
- Collaborate with sales and account teams during the pre-contract phase to validate project scope, timelines, and technical feasibility.
- Develop and refine standardized operational playbooks to improve efficiency and safety protocols in live, commissioned environments.
- Coordinate cross-functional efforts between regional execution teams to ensure seamless integration of major system modifications.
Qualifications
Required Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional experience.
- 8+ years of experience in project or program management within industrial, manufacturing, or automation sectors.
- 3+ years of direct people leadership experience with a focus on team development.
- Proven track record of managing complex project schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Proficiency in enterprise project management software such as Smartsheet or SAP.
- Ability to travel up to 50% to support on-site project execution and stakeholder meetings.
Preferred Skills
- PMP or PgMP certification.
- Deep technical understanding of mechanical and electrical systems in complex environments.
- Experience scaling new teams or establishing standardized project delivery frameworks.
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