Director, Project Management Office (PMO)

Description

Position at OmniaBio

Role Summary

The Director of Project Management is a project management professional who leads the project management process including governance, team leadership, tracking and monitoring, prioritization, communication, and quality controls. The Director of Project Management directs the project management office (PMO) and provides guidance and support to executives, project managers, and staff.

As the operational leader of the PMO, this role is responsible for the day-to-day management and implementation of processes and methodologies. They lead project managers and ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, according to quality standards and the satisfaction of our clients.

The initial focus of the PMO will be on client projects where this role will lead by example in driving customer satisfaction by maintaining our reputation of reliability, integrity, flexibility/collaboration, and on-time delivery.

Responsibilities

Governance Framework

• Defines the PMO’s purpose, scope, and authority within the organization.
• Implements and executes the PMO, by helping establish a clear vision including interim milestones and long-term measures of success / key performance indicators.
• Defines the appropriate standards of governance and ownership of the project delivery lifecycles including decision-making processes.
• Develops systems for project selection and prioritization aligned with the organizational goals.
  
  

Project Management Methodology.

• Standardizes Project Management systems and processes by creating new or improving current processes and coordinates organizational procedures for optimized efficiency and productivity.
• Develops the PMO tools and resources to adaptably manage a portfolio of transformational projects with predictable consistency, efficiency, and success.
• Consults with clients and internal cross-functional teams to review project proposals, statements of work, change orders, issue resolution etc. to determine scope, goals, timeframes, budget, staffing requirements and project constraints.
• Drives the adoption and implementation of project and program management methodologies.
• Oversees a project tracking system, templates, and tools.
• Adopts the OmniaBio Operating Model and embraces a continuous improvement approach to all work activities.
  
  

Resource Management

• Builds and leads the PMO structure, program, and team within OmniaBio, spanning multiple manufacturing facilities.
• Provide training to project managers to ensure standards are maintained at all times.
• Works collaboratively with the Business Development Team and internal stakeholders.
• Establishes resource allocation processes ensuring optimal utilization of human and financial resources.
• All other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management or a related field.
• Experience in Project Management within a PMO structure.
• Experience in Project Management in a Health Sciences field.
• 10+ years managing a PMO.
• 10+ years in Project Management.
• 10+ years leading and managing teams.
• PMP certification required.
• Client management experience required; global client management experience an asset.
  
  

Desired Characteristics

• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent planning and organization skills to be able to operate at both a strategic and operational level.
• Experience managing complex teams.
• Experience managing a wide range of projects and programs.
  
  

OmniaBio is a developing organization and represents a fluid working environment. Flexibility and adaptability are essential, and duties will be influenced by the needs of the organization.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

An applicant’s compensation package is finalized once the interview process is concluded and accounts for the nature of the role as well as the experience, competencies (job knowledge, skills and abilities) of the applicant and internal equity.

OmniaBio is committed to accessibility, diversity, and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process, providing the applicant has met the bona fide requirements for the open position. Applicants should make their requirements known once contacted to schedule an interview, or when the job offer has been made.