Dallas-Based Project Director: Strategy, Operations & Delivery

Equus Workforce Solutions; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Equus Workforce Solutions in Dallas, TX seeks a Project Director to lead complex workforce initiatives from inception to completion. You will oversee budgets, staffing, and performance metrics, ensuring timely delivery within scope and quality standards.

You will mentor cross-functional teams, collaborate with executives and stakeholders, and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration, Project Management, or closely related field.
• Minimum 5 years of operational leadership experience managing programs and services at a management level, including supervision of others.
• Senior level management experience with director responsibility to executive leadership or board of directors is strongly desired.
• At least 2 years of experience providing operational oversight in a workforce development or human services environment.
• Strong leadership skills with coaching, mentoring, and motivating team members.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a process-driven, solution-focused approach.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated experience in budget management, contract/grant management, risk assessment, and stakeholder management.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Adaptability and resilience in handling changing priorities and project constraints.
• Experience in the relevant industry sector is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive project plans with timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Lead and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve objectives and milestones.
• Collaborate with stakeholders at all levels to align projects with organizational goals.
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues impacting project success.
• Oversee development and implementation of project management processes and best practices.
• Provide regular status updates to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets ensuring optimal resource utilization and cost-effectiveness.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and company policies.
• Mentor and develop team members to enhance project management skills.
• Analyze project performance metrics and implement improvement strategies.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Mentoring

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Equus Workforce Solutions in Dallas, TX seeks a Project Director to lead complex workforce initiatives from inception to completion. You will oversee budgets, staffing, and performance metrics, ensuring timely delivery within scope and quality standards.

You will mentor cross-functional teams, collaborate with executives and stakeholders, and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and impact.