Director Program Management Office

About the Role - We are seeking a Director of the Project Management Office (PMO) to drive the strategy, execution, and governance of all project management activities at Velentium Medical, a professional engineering firm specializing in end-to-end design, development, manufacturing, and post-market support of therapeutic and diagnostic active medical devices.

The ideal candidate will lead the PMO function, develop a strategic roadmap, and ensure best-in-class project management practices are integrated into the company's product development process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the PMO function and develop a strategic roadmap to ensure best-in-class project management practices are integrated into the company's product development process.
• Direct the PMO team to ensure successful project execution in alignment with client requirements, industry standards, and regulatory guidelines.
• Develop and continuously improve standardized project management methodologies, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements (FDA, CE marking, ISO 13485, etc.) and best practices.
• Establish and improve PMO processes, provide strategic leadership, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget while maintaining high levels of transparency, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Own and execute Velentium's customer promise - 100% on-time, 100% on-spec, 100% of the time, leveraging your functional resources to execute program deliverables at, or better than quoted cost, quality, and timeliness.
• Provide visionary leadership to a team of project and program managers, guiding them in delivering complex medical device development projects on time and within budget while adhering to high-quality standards.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to ensure PMO objectives align with overall business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure the successful delivery of projects within the context of rigorous regulatory guidelines, quality standards, and risk management processes.
• Define and monitor key project milestones, deliverables, and timelines, providing regular updates to executive leadership on project status, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to both technical and regulatory aspects of medical device development.
• Establish and manage robust change management processes to address scope changes, evolving regulatory requirements, and customer needs.
• Implement risk management best practices to ensure product safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with finance teams to manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost tracking to ensure financial objectives are met.
• Provide transparency to stakeholders regarding project costs, financial and technological risks, and resource allocation.
• Analyze and report on project performance, including financial metrics and variance analysis, to inform executive leadership of potential issues.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for executive leadership, internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear, consistent, and transparent communication on project status, project goals, risks, and outcomes.
• Foster strong relationships with cross-functional teams, including R&D, QA/RA, and manufacturing operations, ensuring alignment on project objectives and timelines.
• Drive continuous process improvements within the PMO, increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Leverage lessons learned to enhance project delivery capabilities and mitigate repeated issues.
• Build and develop a high-performing PMO team through coaching, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
• Promote the use and standardization of project management tools and techniques to improve project tracking, reporting, and team collaboration.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience is required.
• 10 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years of managerial experience, preferably within the medical device or life sciences industry.
• Financial acumen with experience managing budgets, optimizing workforce/working capital.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to use data to drive decision making.

Required Skills:

• Advanced degree preferred.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar project management certification, desirable.
• Proven experience leading complex, multi-disciplinary teams in the successful development and commercialization of medical devices.
• Abreast of industry trends and new project management tools to implement best practices and improve PMO performance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and complex projects in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, able to proactively detect and resolve issues.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, or similar).
• Solutions-oriented attitude to resolve challenging engineering problems.
• A fit with Velentium culture: Honorable, Results , Humble Charisma.
• Demonstrated experience that displays an ability to learn and apply new skills.
• A demonstrated ability to work alone and in teams.
• A desire to thrive in a rapidly changing and quick-paced environment.

We offer competitive salary, paid Vision/Dental, discounted Medical, and 401K match. Velentium is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining an inclusive, safe, and respectful working environment for all employees, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnic background, gender, gender identity, national origin, race, religious belief, affectional or sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, citizenship or impending citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.