Director of Program Management

Niles Enterprises; Fenton (MI); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Niles Enterprises is seeking a Director of the PMO to provide strategic governance for enterprise programs and lead cross-functional initiatives. The role partners with executive leadership to prioritize initiatives, allocate resources, and drive accountable execution across the organization.

The Director will establish program standards, develop dashboards, manage risks, and mentor program managers to build a culture of disciplined execution and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience.
• 7+ years leading enterprise projects or programs.
• Experience building or leading a PMO.
• Experience managing multiple cross-functional strategic initiatives.
• Experience presenting to executive leadership and Boards preferred.
• Experience in construction, industrial services, manufacturing, or related industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the PMO, aligning enterprise initiatives with the organization's vision and objectives.
• Lead the portfolio of strategic programs, governance, and KPI dashboards to ensure delivery of scope, schedule, and budget.
• Drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration across departments.
• Present updates and recommendations to senior leadership and governing committees, facilitating alignment and decision-making.
• Develop and mentor PMO staff and future leaders to sustain a high-performing organization.

Skills

PMO Leadership

Strategic Planning

Risk Management

Budget Management

KPI Reporting

Data Analysis

Executive Communication

Cross-functional Leadership

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Power BI

SharePoint

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Mission Statement: Unlocking potential while protecting your most critical assets.

Core Values: Care Trust Help (C.T.H.)

Summary Of Position

The Director of Program Management Office (PMO) provides strategic leadership and governance for the organization's enterprise programs and key business initiatives. This role establishes project and program management standards, aligns initiatives with organizational strategy, and ensures consistent execution across all business functions. The Director partners with executive leadership to prioritize strategic initiatives, allocate resources, lead implementation, monitor performance, manage risks, and drive accountability to achieve business objectives.

The Director of PMO develops a culture of disciplined execution, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration, while providing leadership to Program Managers and project teams throughout the organization.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Strategic Program Leadership

• Provide strategic leadership for the Program Management Office (PMO), ensuring enterprise initiatives/program abstracts align with the organization's strategic vision, annual business objectives, and long-term growth plans.
• Partner with executive leadership to prioritize initiatives based on business value, organizational capacity, risk, and return on investment.
• Demonstrate strong business acumen by evaluating opportunities, identifying organizational risks, and recommending solutions that support operational and financial performance.
• Translate executive strategy into actionable programs with clearly defined objectives, timelines, accountability, and measurable outcomes.

Portfolio & Program Governance

• Lead the organization's portfolio of strategic programs and cross-functional initiatives, ensuring successful delivery of scope, schedule, budget, and expected business outcomes.
• Establish enterprise governance standards, project prioritization processes, and stage-gate reviews that promote accountability and execution excellence.
• Develop executive dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs) that provide visibility into program health, risks, financial performance, and resource utilization beyond implementation.
• Identify, assess, and proactively mitigate program risks while recommending corrective actions to executive leadership.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, eliminate barriers, and streamline cross-functional execution.
• Promote disciplined project planning, governance, documentation, and performance measurement across all departments.
• Foster a culture focused on accountability, measurable results, and continuous organizational

Executive Communication & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership by providing timely, accurate, and meaningful updates regarding enterprise initiatives.
• Prepare and present executive-level reports, dashboards, recommendations, and strategic analyses to senior leadership and governing committees.
• Build collaborative relationships across departments while influencing decisions without direct authority.
• Facilitate discussions among executive leaders to resolve competing priorities, remove obstacles, and maintain organizational alignment.
• Demonstrate exceptional communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills when managing diverse stakeholder interests.

Organizational Leadership

• Build, lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Program Management Office that fosters collaboration, accountability, innovation, and professional growth.
• Establish clear performance expectations and provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and development opportunities for Program Managers and project leaders.
• Develop succession plans and strengthen organizational capabilities by identifying and cultivating future leaders.
• Foster a culture of trust, accountability, servant leadership, and continuous learning throughout the PMO with a service mindset, team first, and student/learning.
• Lead organizational change initiatives while supporting leaders and employees through periods of transformation.

Resource Management

• Collaborate with executive leadership to develop strategic resource plans that balance organizational priorities and available capacity.
• Monitor program budgets, financial performance, and return on investment by checking validation of effectiveness after implementation while ensuring responsible stewardship of company resources.
• Analyze program performance data to identify trends, improve forecasting accuracy, and support executive decision-making.
• Recommend adjustments to priorities, staffing, or investments to maximize organizational performance and successful execution.

Enterprise Collaboration & Influence

Foster strong partnerships across all business functions to ensure strategic initiatives are coordinated, aligned, and successfully executed.

• Influence organizational decision-making through collaboration, credibility, and data-driven recommendations rather than positional authority.
• Promote transparency by ensuring leaders have visibility into enterprise priorities, project performance, risks, and dependencies.
• Represent the PMO as a strategic business partner that drives organizational effectiveness and execution excellence.

Strategic Leadership Expectations

• Demonstrate enterprise thinking by making decisions that support the overall success of the organization rather than individual departments.
• Lead with integrity, accountability, and professionalism while modeling the Company's values of Care Trust Help (CTH) / Safety Before First / Unlocking Potential.
• Foster innovation while maintaining disciplined execution and operational excellence.
• Encourage cross-functional collaboration and create an environment where teams are empowered to solve problems, improve processes, and deliver exceptional business results.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience.
• 7+ years leading enterprise projects or programs.
• Experience building or leading a Program Management Office preferred.
• Experience managing multiple cross-functional strategic initiatives.
• Experience presenting to executive leadership and Boards preferred.
• Experience in construction, industrial services, manufacturing, or related industries preferred.

Preferred Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Program Management Professional (PgMP)
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
• Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
• Change Management Certification (Prosci preferred)

Technical Skills

• Advanced knowledge of Project & Program Management methodologies
  • PMI
  • PMP principles
• Portfolio Management
• Strategic Planning
• Risk Management
• Financial & Budget Management
• Resource Planning
• Change Management
• Business Process Improvement
• KPI Development and Dashboard Reporting
• Data Analysis and Executive Reporting
• Microsoft Project (or equivalent)
• Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
• Microsoft Power BI (preferred)
• Microsoft Teams & SharePoint
• Microsoft 365 Suite