Director of PMO

E Tech Group; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + match

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Generous paid time off

Learning and growth opportunities

Job summary

E Tech Group is seeking a Director of Project Management Operations (PMO) to lead project execution across the Central Region from the Ohio area. The role partners with continuous improvement teams and aims to deliver strong project outcomes for clients and teams.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in industrial automation/integration, with 5+ years directing projects over $1M. A PMP and cross-functional collaboration are highly valued, with occasional travel up to 15% to support reviews and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in industrial automation and/or integration.
• 5+ years of experience managing projects >$1M in value.

Responsibilities

• Lead and own project execution across the Central BU with support from the Central PMO team.
• Ensure project processes and transactions follow applicable policies and procedures.
• Partner with sales and proposal teams by helping select project leadership and providing input on key proposals.
• Monitor and share project performance updates against KPIs.
• Manage the overall project execution forecast and support BU leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

PMO leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering or related field

Job description

At E Tech Group, joining our team means joining a group of passionate and forward-thinkingexperts. We’re one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States providing value for our clients through IT automation and control solutions for more than 30 years to the Life Sciences, Mission Critical, Metals & Mining, Warehousing & Distribution, and CPG/Food & Beverage industries. Our national and global scale allows us to help our clients develop and implement standardized solutions at any of their facilities regardless of physical location or the local resources available at that site.

We’re seeking a Director of Project Management Operations (PMO) to lead project execution across the Central Region. In this role, you’ll support strong project practices, partner with continuous improvement teams, and help create successful outcomes for our teams and clients.

You will:

• Lead and own project execution across the Central Business Unit (BU) with support from the Central PMO team.
• Ensure project processes and transactions follow applicable policies and procedures.
• Partner with sales and proposal teams by helping select project leadership and providing input on key proposals.
• Monitor and share project performance updates against established KPIs.
• Manage the overall project execution forecast and work with BU leadership to support change management across the system.
• Build strong PM/client relationships by participating in executive reviews, supporting clear communication, and helping resolve issues and change orders.
• Work with the Director of Operations to conduct audits, identify improvement opportunities, and put process and procedure updates into action.
• Support project lifecycle workflows and tools from lead identification through closeout.
• Support non-project activities, including employee management, administration, and training systems.
• Collaborate with BU leadership to prioritize improvements and help lead approved initiatives through implementation.
• Ensure PMO team members have the resources, timing, and skill sets needed to support BU priorities.
• Provide supportive administrative leadership for the PMO team.
• Maintain a clear view of PMO team strengths and development opportunities through a SWOT matrix.
• Identify PMO team training needs and help close skill gaps through proactive support.
• Ensure project transactions align with company financial policies and project governance requirements.
• Maintain approval authority and threshold guidance for work initiation, purchase orders, change orders, and budget adjustments.
• Follow company SOPs, policies, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements while bringing accuracy, consistency, and quality to the work.
• Serve as an ambassador who embodies our Core Values, prioritizing the success of E Tech Group, our clients, and the professional development of our associates.

You have:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of experience in industrial automation and/or integration or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience of project management inclusive of managing projects larger than $1M in value.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills and the ability to manage conflict, escalations, negotiate compromise & influence others, and problem solving.
• Strong attention to details and technicalities.
• Strong experience in managing relationships with senior management executives.
• Demonstrated experience in growing, supporting, and leading large-scale programs and projects/initiatives to successful completion and implementation.
• A DNA comprised of collaboration and teamwork.

You may have:

• A Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• Experience growing and standardizing a PMO.
• Experience supporting process optimization, waste reduction, quality assurance, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Travel up to 15% may be required to support operational reviews, audits, training activities, BU operations, customer engagements, and company meetings.

Benefits & Perks:

• 401k + match + prompt enrollment. E Tech Group employees are 100% vested upon entry.
• Prompt enrollment into Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off that includes paid vacation, paid holidays, paid family leave and sick time off.
• Learning and growth are key parts of the E Tech culture. We provide you with training and continuing education from day one, so you can advance your career. As an E Tech associate, you can unlock your greatest potential through challenges and opportunities.

E Tech Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. E Tech Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs. E Tech Group is an affirmative action employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.