Director of Project Management

Price Modern - Baltimore, MD

Full-time - Senior

Baltimore, MD

Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Director of Project Management at Price Modern is a pivotal role responsible for overseeing the entire project management department and ensuring its performance aligns with the company's strategic goals. This position requires a visionary leader who can create and implement a comprehensive project management vision and plan. The Director will collaborate closely with other organizational leaders to foster a supportive environment for the project management team, acting as a mentor and guiding them in their professional development. The role also involves managing workload and assignments to ensure that projects are executed efficiently and effectively, often under budget constraints. In this capacity, the Director will lead the team to achieve a high level of project execution, focusing on continuous improvement of project management processes, standards, and documentation. This includes the development and implementation of an education program for project managers, enabling them to enhance their skills and capabilities. The Director will also be responsible for planning, executing, and monitoring projects, ensuring they align with organizational goals and adhere to timelines and budgetary constraints. Additionally, the Director will represent the project management team during client presentations and collaborate with other leaders to develop processes and solutions that support organizational objectives. Regular one-on-one meetings with team members will be conducted to provide performance feedback and career development guidance. The Director will also leverage technology to improve project management efforts, working closely with the IT department to implement effective solutions. This role requires participation in annual business planning and the creation of a roadmap for future projects, as well as the tracking of reports, metrics, and industry trends to inform decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for the performance of the PM department, budget, and project execution
• Create and lead the education program for the project managers enabling the department to continuously improve their capabilities
• Creation of, and continuous improvement of the PM process, standards, and documentation
• Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, timelines, and budgetary constraints
• Manage requests for staff project assignments, balance workload, and work with teams to ensure proper support levels are in place
• Participate and represent project management during client presentations
• Collaborate with other organizational leaders on processes, solutions, and proper organizational support levels
• Mentor Project Managers on their skills, approach, and performance to build a well-performing professional team
• Conduct regular one-on-ones with team members providing performance and career development guidance
• Take the lead on harnessing technology to improve PM efforts while partnering with IT
• Take part in annual business planning and road map creation
• Creation and tracking of reports, metrics, and industry trends
• Approve time, expenses, and other managerial administrative duties

Requirements

• Proven experience of 5 years in project management, with a track record of successfully leading and delivering projects of varying scope and complexity
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop teams
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Ability to create and improve processes and policies to ensure efficiency and top-quality service
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira), with the ability to adapt and tailor approaches to meet project needs
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, capable of identifying and addressing project-related challenges
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and maintain attention to detail
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus