Director – EPMP Project/Program Delivery

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Implement strategic initiatives while managing a team of Project Managers and Project Coordinators.

• Harmonize strategic objectives with daily operations.

• Drive the formulation of strategies for project management and project prioritization within the EPMO.

• Monitor and relay the status of various initiatives, project/program progress, and EPMO strategic objectives.

• Act as the primary escalation point for project-related concerns and challenges.

• Engage in corporate planning and create divisional plans that align with corporate objectives and strategies.

• Formulate vision, strategy, staffing plans, quality plans, goals, tactics, budgets, and key performance metrics for the EPMO.

• Support the development, implementation, and administration of the EPMO in collaboration with Project Managers and Project Coordinators.

• Review project specifics with Project Managers and present project information as required.

• Work alongside executive leaders to translate strategic goals into actionable, measurable projects and initiatives.

• Set success metrics at the portfolio level.

• Participate in councils and committee meetings related to project delivery.

• Update senior management on plans and progress.

• Collaborate with senior leaders to address critical project issues and risks.

• Supervise the execution of projects and programs.

• Recruit, nurture, and retain top talent.

• Coach and guide Project Managers.

• Hold regular staff meetings and share important departmental and Ethics/Compliance information with the team.

• Ensure adherence to applicable legislative and regulatory mandates, corporate privacy policies, Code of Conduct, and organizational values.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or four additional years of related work experience in lieu of a bachelor's degree.

• A Master's degree is preferred.

• 10–15 years of relevant work experience, including a minimum of five years in project management.

• PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification is preferred but not mandatory; relevant experience may substitute for certifications.

• Proficiency in Iterative, Waterfall, and Agile delivery models.

• Leadership experience in developing a Project Management Competency within a large organization, including the creation of metrics, standards, and governance processes for a PM Competency Center.

• Skills in defining and achieving project scope, budget, and planning.

• Capability to build and enhance high-performing cross-functional teams.

• Proven success in delivering large-scale applications and custom-developed solutions.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills across all areas of work.

• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and stakeholders at all management levels.

• Strong analytical abilities and business process development skills.

• Experience in integrating enterprise applications.

• Significant experience in influencing decisions and directions for projects and programs.

• Experience in mentoring, coaching, and developing staff is highly desired.

• Willingness to travel across regions.

• Consistent and reliable attendance is required.

• Familiarity with relevant legislative and regulatory mandates and compliance requirements.

• Commitment to member privacy and adherence to corporate privacy policies and procedures.

🏝️ Benefits

• Group health and/or dental insurance.

• Retirement plan.

• Wellness program.

• Paid time off.

• Paid holidays.

• Opportunities for remote work, assessed on a case-by-case basis.

• Equal Opportunity Employer.