Top Program Management Office Executive jobs in Skokie, IL

Top Program Management Office Executive leads the overall Program Management Office (PMO) to ensure programs and projects meet organizations standards. Mentors project leaders to improve processes, procedures and standards based on program's needs. Being a Top Program Management Office Executive works with other department leaders to implement organization's blueprints accurately. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Top Program Management Office Executive typically reports to top management. The Top Program Management Office Executive manages a business unit, division, or corporate function with major organizational impact. Establishes overall direction and strategic initiatives for the given major function or line of business. Has acquired the business acumen and leadership experience to become a top function or division head. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Program Management Office Director
  • Komatsu
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • Date: Jan 4, 2024
    Location: Milwaukee, WI, US, 53204-2941 Chicago, IL, US, 60631
    Req ID: 28798
    Onsite or Remote: Hybrid Position

    Komatsu is an indispensable partner to the construction, mining, forestry, forklift, and industrial machinery markets, maximizing value for customers through innovative solutions. With a diverse line of products supported by our advanced IoT technologies, regional distribution channels, and a global service network, we tap into the power of data and technology to enhance safety and productivity while optimizing performance. Komatsu supports a myriad of markets, including housing, infrastructure, water, pipeline, minerals, automobile, aerospace, electronics and medical, through its many brands and subsidiaries, including TimberPro, Joy, P&H, Montabert, Modular Mining Systems, Hensley Industries, NTC, and Gigaphoton.

    Job Overview

    We have a newly created opportunity for a Project Management Office Director to join our corporate IT team. In this role you will be accountable for the planning, coordination, communication, execution, and final delivery of all assigned projects.

    Including responsibility for:

    • establishing a robust ‘Project Governance’ framework comprising project planning, cost management and project methodology & standards across the North America Region and Global Mining (NARGM). Note: This will be used to maintain standards, consistency, and governance at the corporate level, whilst allowing flexibility and specialization at the business segment level.
    • offering central resources, (people and tools), for reporting and metrics, training and project quality standards and risk management for locally embedded and managed project managers to utilize.
    • creating, managing, and reporting on the central portfolio of all NARGM projects.
    • during project management meetings with Komatsu senior executives with keeping them appraised of key activities progress and status, aware of any escalations and key decisions needed, and helping them with activities aimed at ensuring commitment to the project goals across the organization.

    These will initially be around the establishment and leadership of the Corporate Project Management Office and the tools needed to manage a global project portfolio.

    Key Job Responsibilities

    • Project Portfolio Management: Manage the NARGM Project Portfolio, help prioritize initiatives and resource allocations with the Business Engagement Teams.
    • Process Improvement: Develop, implement, and improve project management methodologies, tools, and processes within the PMO to share with the Business Engagement Project Managers.
    • Strategic Planning: Oversee the development and execution of PMO strategies aligned with the overall NARGM IT organizational goals.
    • Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure that PMO objectives and deliverables are met, and expectations are aligned.
    • Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation plans to address potential disruptions to the operation of the Corporate PMO.
    • Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of project experts and analysts within the PMO. Clearly define, and re-enforce as necessary, the roles and responsibilities of each project team member.
    • Resource Management: Manage the resources assigned to the PMO, inc. setting department budget, managing department day-to-day expenditure and time assigned to individual department objectives and deliverables. Review progress regularly and provide early warning and proposed solutions when issues occur.
    • Ongoing Professional Development: Maintain knowledge of current project and program management best practices and industry standards.

    Qualifications/Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in IT, IS, computer science, project management or a related field
    • 10 years’ experience of leading multi-million-dollar global IT and/or Organization Change Management programs consisting of multiple projects across multiple global regions
    • Significant experience of working with multiple national cultures … Japanese experience is highly desirable, also Europe, Australasia, and the Americas
    • Ability and willingness to explore and implement innovative project management approaches and adapt to changing priorities.
    • Experience in helping to build something from scratch and then scale up as needed.
    • Experience in managing vendors and external consultants and integrating them into effective and productive mixed company and vendor teams.
    • Able to establish, build upon and maintain positive and effective relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, up, down, and across.
    • Self-motivated, with an ability to work and lead with minimal supervision.
    • Able to communicate, create consensus and commitment with Senior Executives and throughout the organization
    • Strong analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting abilities.
    • Strong business and financial acumen.
    • Able to communicate at all levels and talk and translate both IT and business language.
    • Able to coach and mentor Project Manager’s… developing their skills and knowledge.
    • Experience with multiple development methodologies and tools, i.e., MS Project, Power BI, Agile, Kanban, Waterfall, Lean, Scrum, etc.

    Additional Information

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

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Logistics Program Management Office Manager
  • Navistar, Inc.
  • Lisle, IL FULL_TIME
  • Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Logistics Program Management Office (PMO) Manager to lead our team of program and project managers focused on supporting product development programs and...
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HR/Payroll Specialist
  • Will County Executive Office
  • Joliet, IL FULL_TIME
  • DUTIES ANDREQUIREMENTS: Under general supervision the position performs confidential tasks and services to support effective and efficient operations of the County. Assist in the processing and review...
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Life Safety Specialist
  • Will County Executive Office
  • Joliet, IL FULL_TIME
  • Will County employees enjoy a wide variety of competitive fringe benefits including: comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision coverage, short/long term disability, sick/personal days, parenta...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Maintenance Worker - Sunny Hill 12am-8am
  • Will County Executive Office
  • Joliet, IL FULL_TIME
  • REQUIREMENTS: Maintains and repairs public facilities by performing a variety of duties at multiple locations within the County. These services include maintenance of all equipment and materials invol...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Global Technology – Manager, Program Management Office
  • McDonald's Corporation
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • Company DescriptionMcDonald's evolving Accelerating the Arches growth strategy puts our customers and people first and demonstrates our competitive advantages to strengthen our brand. We are recognize...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Sales Manager
  • Hilton Grand Vacations, Inc.
  • Chicago, IL
  • As a Sales. Manageryou would be responsible for executing your position's responsibilities in alignment with our Spirit ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Assistant
  • Tiger Recruitment
  • Chicago, IL
  • Our client, a financial technology firm with offices in the US, Europe and Asia, are looking for an experienced Executiv...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director Indirect Spend (Virtual Remote)
  • US Foods Holding Corp.
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE. Join Our Community ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Community Relationship Manager
  • Oak Street Health
  • Skokie, IL
  • Description Company: Oak Street Health Title: Community Relationship Manager Location: Varies Role Description Community...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Field Mgr (Non Exempt)
  • Corner Bakery
  • Skokie, IL
  • Description: Position Summary: Responsible for managing employees. Guest relations. Responsible for inventory including ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Vice President of Philanthropy
  • Covenant Living Communities and Services
  • Skokie, IL
  • We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us! This is a key role on the Executive Leadership Team that reports directly to the CEO....
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Chief Financial Officer
  • Peoplepack LLC - Recruiting Solutions
  • Chicago, IL
  • At this time, we are only considering candidates who are located in the Chicago, IL area, or are willing to relocate We ...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Director
  • Sunrise Senior Living
  • Highland Park, IL
  • Sunrise Senior Living was again certified as a Great Place to Work® by Activated Insights. This is the 6th time Sunrise ...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

According to the 2010 census, Skokie has a total area of 10.06 square miles (26.06 km2), all land. The village is bordered by Evanston to the east, Chicago to the southeast and southwest, Lincolnwood to the south, Niles to the southwest, Morton Grove to the west, Glenview to the northwest, and Wilmette to the north. The village's street circulation is a street-grid pattern, with major east-west thoroughfare every half-mile: Old Orchard Road, Golf Road, Church Street, Dempster Street, Main Street, Oakton Street, Howard Street, and Touhy Avenue. The major north-south thoroughfares are Skokie B...
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Income Estimation for Top Program Management Office Executive jobs
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