Director, Global Project Management

Job#: 2078603

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Global Director of Project Management to lead the global project management function within our Engineering department across North America and Europe. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing a global portfolio of engineering projects, ensuring alignment with the organization's strategic objectives, and driving efficiency, quality, and collaboration across geographically diverse teams. You will lead a team of project managers, develop and optimize project management processes, and ensure successful project delivery on time, within scope, and on budget.

This is a leadership position requiring exceptional project management expertise, a deep understanding of engineering processes, and the ability to work across multiple time zones and cultures.

Responsibilities

• Global Leadership: Lead and manage the global project management team, providing guidance, mentorship, and strategic direction to project managers across multiple regions.
• Strategic Alignment: Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure engineering projects align with business goals and global engineering strategies.
• Project Portfolio Management: Oversee the global portfolio of engineering projects, ensuring effective prioritization, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Process Optimization: Develop and continuously improve standardized project management methodologies, tools, and best practices tailored to engineering workflows.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, product development, operations, and other cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of complex projects.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate project status, progress, risks, and opportunities to executive leadership and key stakeholders on a regular basis.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate project risks, proactively addressing issues to prevent delays and ensure successful delivery.
• Performance Monitoring: Establish and track KPIs to measure the success of project execution, team performance, and overall project portfolio health.
• Budget and Resource Management: Ensure projects are completed within scope, time, and budgetary constraints. Manage global project budgets, timelines, and resources effectively.
• Team Development: Foster a high-performance culture by leading, coaching, and developing a global team of project managers to drive excellence in project delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in project management within engineering, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record of managing complex, large-scale engineering projects across multiple geographies and teams.
• Solid understanding of product development processes.
• Experience in leading global teams and working in a matrixed environment.
• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of engineering processes and practices, including software/hardware development, manufacturing, and product lifecycle management.
• Project Management Skills: Expert knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Lean), project portfolio management, and risk management frameworks.
• Leadership & Communication: Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Cultural Competency: Experience working across diverse cultures and regions, with a strong understanding of global business dynamics and remote team management.
• Tools: Proficiency with project management software tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, Asana, or equivalent).

Education:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or related field. A master's degree or PMO CP, PFMP, PGMP a plus.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.