Director, Global IT Project Management Office (PMO)

BRP; Saint-Hyacinthe; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dynamic PMO Director to lead the Agile transformation and optimize project management practices. In this strategic role, you will collaborate with IT executives and business leaders to ensure alignment between strategy and execution, enhancing project performance across the organization. Your expertise in Agile methodologies and PMO transformations will be crucial in driving the company's technological evolution. If you are passionate about leading change and fostering collaboration in a diverse environment, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Annual bonus based on financial results

Generous paid time away

Pension plan

Collective saving opportunities

Fully paid healthcare

Flexible work schedule

Summer schedule variations

Holiday season shutdown

Educational resources

Discount on products

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Agile methodologies and PMO processes.
• Leadership experience in transitioning PMO approaches from Control to Value-driven.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute a vision for the Global IT PMO.
• Lead Agile transformation and manage project risks effectively.

Skills

Agile methodologies

PMO transformations

Project management

Budget management

Stakeholder collaboration

Fluency in French and English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Portfolio Project Management (PPM) tools

Job description

We are seeking a director for our Global IT Program Management Office (PMO) who will serve as a strategic partner to our IT executives and business leaders across BRP. This pivotal role will drive the optimization of our project portfolio management and fund allocation and seamlessly integrate Waterfall, Hybrid, and Agile project methodologies. As PMO Director, you will lead the Agile transformation, standardize project management practices, and manage project risks, significantly impacting BRP’s technological and digital transformation journey.

YOU'LL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:

1. Define and execute a long-term vision for the Global IT PMO.
2. Lead the Agile transformation across IT and Business by defining roles, coaching teams, and integrating Agile, Hybrid, and Waterfall methodologies for coordinated and effective project delivery.
3. Oversee strategic Portfolio Management to ensure enterprise-wide alignment between strategy and execution, prioritization, value creation, and robust governance.
4. Collaborate actively with IT Business Partners and business representatives to influence the prioritization of programs and projects.
5. Enhance overall project management performance, processes, and best practices across BRP.
6. Manage IT project funding allocation, and perform cost-benefit analyses in collaboration with the finance team to maximize ROI.

YOU’LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:

1. At least 10 years of experience applying Agile methodologies within PMO processes.
2. Proven experience leading PMO transformations from Control-focused to Value-driven PMOs.
3. Demonstrated ability to transition project management approaches from Waterfall to Hybrid and Agile methodologies.
4. Previous leadership experience overseeing a PMO team within a technology-driven and financial-focused environment.
5. Knowledge and practical experience with Portfolio Project Management (PPM) tools, including tool selection and deployment.
6. Strong command of PMO processes coupled with a LEAN mindset.
7. Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
8. Exceptional leadership capabilities with the ability to manage ambiguity and rapidly shifting priorities.
9. Proven experience in leading and managing organizational change initiatives within a PMO environment.
10. Proven ability to collaborate and influence diverse stakeholders and business leaders capable of securing buy-in for proposed changes in complex organizational settings.
11. Proven experience with budget management and business case development.
12. Strong people management and change leadership skills in dynamic environments.
13. Acute understanding of department, project and portfolio financial management.
14. Solution-oriented mindset with a track record of effectively managing decentralized teams in hybrid work environments.
15. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
16. Fluency in French and English (oral and written) is essential for global project coordination.

ACKNOWLEDGING THE POWER OF DIVERSITY

BRP is dedicated to nurturing a culture that invites, connects, and propels the ambitions of people of all backgrounds, profiles, beliefs and experiences. Ultimately, the diversity and uniqueness of our people fuel our ingenuity and set the course for the path ahead!

For this reason, we value diversity and we strive to always push each other forward to build an inclusive workplace where every employee feels like they belong, where they can grow and find meaning.

AT BRP, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GO ALL IN.

Let’s start with a strong foundation — You want it, we have it:

1. Annual bonus based on the company’s financial results
2. Generous paid time away
3. Pension plan
4. Collective saving opportunities
5. Industry leading healthcare fully paid by BRP

What about some feel good perks:

1. Flexible work schedule
2. A summer schedule that varies by department and location
3. Holiday season shutdown
4. Educational resources
5. Discount on BRP products

WELCOME TO BRP

We’re a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, creating innovative ways to move on snow, water, asphalt, dirt and even in the air. Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt, Quebec, our company is rooted in a spirit of ingenuity and intense customer focus. Today, we operate manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia and Austria, with a workforce made up of close to 20,000 spirited people, all driven by the deeply held belief that at work, as with life itself, it’s not about the destination; It’s about the journey.

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