Director, Project Management

Excelitas Technologies Corp.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Excelitas Technologies Corp. seeks a Director of Project Management to lead global operations initiatives and cross‑functional programs across regions.

You will establish governance, drive transformation, and oversee post‑acquisition integration while building a high‑performing PMO and reporting frameworks. The role requires 10‑15+ years of program management experience in industrial/high‑tech settings, PMP/PMO expertise, and strong communication with executive stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• PMP or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of global operations projects across functions and regions.
• Establish and enforce project governance, methodologies, and performance standards.
• Monitor project progress, risks, and dependencies, ensuring timely resolution and delivery against commitments.
• Lead PMO and build tools, templates, and reporting frameworks.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership and coordinate executive reviews.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Risk management

PMO governance

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

PMP certification

Job description

Director of Project Management

Main Responsibilities

• Project Governance & Execution
  • Lead the planning and execution of global operations projects and strategic initiatives across functions and regions;
  • Establish and enforce project governance, methodologies, and performance standards to ensure consistent execution;
  • Monitor project progress, risks, and dependencies, ensuring timely resolution and delivery against commitments.
• Transformation & Strategic Initiatives
  • Lead cross-functional initiatives related to operational improvement, organizational transformation, and business growth;
  • Translate strategic priorities into structured project plans, milestones, and deliverables;
  • Ensure alignment of project outcomes with enterprise objectives and financial targets;
• Post-Acquisition Integration
  • Lead and coordinate project management activities for post-acquisition integration, ensuring alignment of timelines, deliverables, and stakeholders.
• PMO Leadership & Capability Building
  • Build and lead the Project Management Office (PMO), including tools, templates, and reporting frameworks;
  • Develop project management capabilities across the organization, including training, coaching, and best practice deployment;
  • Standardize reporting, dashboards, and governance routines to improve transparency and decision‑making.
• Stakeholder & Executive Communication
  • Provide regular updates to senior leadership and executive stakeholders on project status, risks, and outcomes;
  • Facilitate governance forums, steering committees, and executive reviews;
  • Ensure strong cross‑functional alignment across all stakeholders involved in projects and integration activities.

Requirements

• Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field;
  • MBA or advanced degree preferred;
  • PMP or equivalent certification preferred.
• Experience
  • 10‑15+ years of experience in project or program management;
  • Experience leading large‑scale, cross‑functional initiatives and integration programs;
  • Proven track record delivering complex transformation and integration projects;
  • Experience in industrial, manufacturing, photonics or high‑tech environments preferred.
• Skills & Competencies
  • Strong project and program management expertise;
  • Ability to manage complex, cross‑functional initiatives;
  • Strong execution discipline and organizational skills;
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication;
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.

Notes

• This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR);
• This position is open to relocation;
• This position requires 60% travel time;
• Must be a U.S. Person/No sponsorship offered for this position;
• Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer;
• Equal opportunity employer; Minorities/Females/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation;