VP of Project Management

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce is partnering with a high-growth manufacturing organization to identify a Vice President of Project Management in Dallas, TX.

Overview:
This executive will serve as the senior leader responsible for enterprise-wide project execution, overseeing complex, multi-site, capital-intensive initiatives that directly support operational scale, customer delivery, and long-term growth.

This role is designed for a hands-on executive who builds discipline, structure, and repeatable execution systems-not a PMO focused on reporting alone. The VP will establish project governance, prioritize initiatives, develop talent, and ensure projects are delivered with speed, quality, and financial accountability in a fast-moving manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:
Enterprise Project Leadership:
* Own and execute the organization's enterprise project management strategy in alignment with growth objectives, operational expansion, and customer commitments
* Provide executive oversight for large-scale, cross-functional initiatives, including multi-site manufacturing projects and high-value capital programs
* Translate business priorities into a clear, executable project portfolio with defined ownership, timelines, and success metrics
* Act as the senior escalation point for project risks, dependencies, and delivery challenges

Project Governance & Execution:
*Establish standardized project governance, methodologies, and operating rhythms that drive accountability and consistency across the organization
* Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within scope, and aligned with approved budgets
* Implement scalable project tracking, reporting, and visibility tools for executives and stakeholders
* Proactively identify risks and constraints, driving mitigation plans that protect operational continuity and financial outcomes
* Serve as executive sponsor for critical initiatives, ensuring alignment, stakeholder engagement, and decisive leadership

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or a related field required; Advanced degree (MBA or similar) strongly preferred
* 15+ years of progressive project management experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership capacity
* Proven success leading large, complex, cross-functional initiatives in manufacturing or industrial environments
* Demonstrated ability to build and scale project management organizations in high-growth settings
* Strong background in project governance, financial oversight, risk management, and resource allocation
* Track record of delivering multi-million-dollar projects across multiple locations

Core Competencies:
* Execution Leadership: Drives results through structure, accountability, and disciplined follow-through
* Strategic Thinking: Aligns project execution with enterprise goals and market realities
* Collaboration: Builds trust and alignment across diverse functional teams
* Problem Solving: Anticipates issues, analyzes root causes, and implements durable solutions
* Change Leadership: Guides organizations through transformation with clarity and purpose
* Integrity & Ethics: Leads with professionalism, transparency, and respect

* Opportunity to build and mature enterprise project execution systems from the ground up
* Direct partnership with senior leadership and meaningful influence on operational strategy
* Long-term growth potential within a performance-driven, execution-focused culture

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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