Vice President, Project Management

Gajah Investment Group • United States

Contract May 01, 2026 (1 month ago)

Job Description

The Vice President of Project Management serves as a key leader responsible for establishing the company's project management framework and overseeing the delivery of major projects. This role holds comprehensive responsibility for company-wide project governance, portfolio management, and the advancement of critical strategic initiatives. By building standardized and scalable project management capabilities, this position ensures that the company's strategic vision, product roadmap, and business objectives are executed on schedule and to the highest quality standards.


**Key Responsibilities**

**I. Project Management Strategy and Framework Development**

*  Formulate the company's overall project management strategy and development roadmap;

*  Establish the Project Management Office (PMO) and its associated governance structure;

*  Develop processes and standards for the project lifecycle management;

*  Drive the enhancement and upgrading of project management methodologies, tools, and systems.

**II. Project Portfolio and Resource Management**

*  Oversee and coordinate the company-wide project portfolio;

*  Evaluate project priorities and their alignment with strategic objectives;

*  Optimize resource allocation and budget utilization efficiency;

*  Monitor project Return on Investment (ROI) and value realization.

**III. Delivery of Major Strategic Projects**

*  Lead major cross-functional projects (e.g., digital transformation, new product launches, organizational restructuring);

*  Establish mechanisms for milestone tracking and risk control;

*  Resolve project conflicts and address critical bottlenecks;

*  Ensure that key projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

**IV. Cross-Functional Collaboration and Execution**

*  Coordinate resources across departments, including Product, Operations, Marketing, Technology, and Finance;

*  Break down organizational silos to enhance collaboration efficiency;

*  Establish mechanisms for project communication and decision-making;

*  Translate strategic objectives into actionable execution plans.

**V. Performance Management and Data Analysis**

*  Establish project KPIs and a project delivery assessment framework;

*  Conduct periodic project reviews and facilitate the capture of lessons learned;

*  Leverage data analytics to improve project success rates;

*  Report project progress and risks to the CEO or the Executive Leadership Team.

**VI. Team and Capability Building**

*  Lead the company's project management team and the PMO;

*  Develop a talent pipeline and competency model for Project Managers;

*  Promote project management certification and professional development;

*  Foster a results-oriented project culture.

**VII. Risk and Compliance Management**

*  Establish mechanisms for project risk identification and early warning;

*  Manage risks related to budget, contracts, and project schedules;

*  Ensure that project execution complies with company policies and regulatory requirements;

*  Safeguard the company's brand reputation and maintain client trust.

**Qualifications**

**Education**

*  Bachelor's degree or higher in Project Management, Engineering Management, Business Administration, or a related field;

*  PMP, PgMP, or other relevant project management certifications are preferred;

*  An MBA is preferred. **Work Experience**

20+ years of experience in project management or general management;

At least 8–10 years of experience in senior-level project or PMO management;

Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale, complex projects;

Experience in cross-regional or multi-business unit project management is preferred.

**Core Competencies**

Project Governance and Portfolio Management;

Strategic Decomposition and Execution Leadership;

Complex Problem Solving and Risk Management;

Cross-functional Collaboration and Executive Communication;

Organizational Leadership and Team Building.

**Preferred Qualifications**

Experience with enterprise-wide digital transformation projects;

Background in international or multi-regional project management;

Experience in project governance within publicly listed companies or large corporate groups;

Experience reporting on major projects to the Board of Directors or CEO.

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