VP, Project Management Officer

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for ensuring the efficient execution and delivery of software projects within our organization. This role requires a strong understanding of software development processes and methodologies, as well as the ability to lead and manage a team of project managers in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Develop and implement a strategic vision for the Project Management Office in alignment with the company's software development goals.
• Provide leadership and direction to the software project management team, ensuring consistent practices and standards across projects.
• Partner with senior executives and stakeholders to ensure software projects are in alignment with business strategy and objectives.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of software projects, ensuring they meet quality, time, and budget targets.
• Establish and maintain software project management best practices, frameworks, and processes, such as Agile, Scrum, and DevOps.
• Monitor project performance and provide guidance and support to project managers to ensure successful project delivery.
• Manage the software project portfolio, prioritizing projects based on strategic value and resource availability.
• Allocate resources effectively across software projects, ensuring optimal utilization and team capacity.
• Track and report on software project portfolio performance, including key metrics and outcomes.
• Build and lead a high-performing team of software project managers and support staff.
• Mentor and develop project management professionals, providing training and career development opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative environment within the PMO.
• Serve as a key point of contact for software project-related communications with senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates and reports on software project status, risks, and performance to stakeholders.
• Manage and resolve software project-related issues and escalations in a timely and effective manner.
• Continuously assess and improve software PMO processes and methodologies for greater efficiency and effectiveness.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in software project management and incorporate them into PMO practices.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, information technology, or a related field; a master's degree is preferred.
• 5+ years experience in software project management, including leadership roles, with a strong track record of successful software project delivery.
• Strong knowledge of software development methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and DevOps.
• Proven experience in building and leading high-performing software project management teams.
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM) is preferred.

 

COMPETENCIES:

• Customer Service: Exceptional attitude and a passion for providing outstanding service to internal customers.
• Attention to Detail:  Thoroughness in accomplishing a task through concern for all the areas involved, no matter how small. Monitors and checks work or information and plans and organizes time and resources efficiently
• Analytical Skills: Collects and researches data; Designs workflows and procedures; Identifies data relationships and dependencies.
• Communications: Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Expresses ideas and thoughts in verbal and written form. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods. 
• Managing People: Develops subordinates’ skills and encourages growth; provides direction and guidance; reacts well under pressure; motivates others to perform well and exhibits confidence in self and others.
• Problem Solving: Ability to solve issues efficiently and quickly. 

• Relationship Management: Manages interactions to service and support to the organization; establishes credibility with all interactions.

• Teamwork: Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
Yes

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS