Head of Program Management (PMO)

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of experience in the manufacturing of switchgear, switchboards, or related electrical power distribution equipment.
• Proven experience leading and building high-impact teams that have stood up and executed strategic, high-visibility customer programs.
• Demonstrated success managing complex, cross-functional programs involving R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Safety, and Supply Chain.
• Strong track record of customer-facing engagement, including presenting to and negotiating with external stakeholders at various levels.
• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes, engineered-to-order product development, and production scheduling in an industrial equipment environment.
• Excellent leadership, coaching, and people-management skills, with experience developing program management talent.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate clearly and confidently with senior leadership, customers, and cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with e-house, skid-mounted equipment, or modular power packages in addition to traditional switchgear/switchboards.
• PMP, PgMP, or equivalent program/project management certification.
• Experience implementing or scaling a formal PMO function within a manufacturing organization.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and codes (e.g., UL, IEEE, NEMA, NEC) applicable to switchgear and switchboard manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP/PLM systems and program management software (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar).
• Work Environment:
• This is a remote position with regular virtual collaboration across R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Safety, and Supply Chain teams.
• Travel required (estimate: 25%) for customer visits, site meetings, and cross-site program reviews.
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