PMO Manager: Lead Complex Programs & Alignment

Scot Forge; Spring Grove (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Scot Forge is seeking a PMO Manager to lead a high-visibility office coordinating customer programs, strategic initiatives, and new product development. You will align operations, engineering, sales, supply chain, quality, and finance to ensure successful outcomes.

In this role, you will shape PMO strategy, governance, and performance, drive complex program execution, and develop talent across the function. A strong leadership mindset and cross-functional influence are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Project Management, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in program management, project management, operations, or a related discipline.
• PMP, PgMP, Lean Six Sigma, or related certifications are a plus.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship and able to pass a pre-employment hair-follicle drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Lead and continuously improve PMO processes, methodologies, and governance standards.
• Direct complex programs from initiation through completion, including schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and customer commitments.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to support new product development, business growth, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Communicate program performance and priorities to executives, customers, and key stakeholders.
• Develop, mentor, and coach a high-performing team of program and project management professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Operations/PM

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Scot Forge is seeking a PMO Manager to lead a high-visibility office coordinating customer programs, strategic initiatives, and new product development. You will align operations, engineering, sales, supply chain, quality, and finance to ensure successful outcomes.

In this role, you will shape PMO strategy, governance, and performance, drive complex program execution, and develop talent across the function. A strong leadership mindset and cross-functional influence are essential for success.