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Avantor · 3 hours ago

Vice President, Project Management Office (PMO)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Director/Executive

$222K/yr - $373K/yr

15+ years exp

Avantor is a global company dedicated to advancing life-changing science. They are seeking a Vice President for their Project Management Office (PMO) to lead strategic capital projects and facilities management initiatives across the enterprise, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget while aligning with the company’s objectives.

BiotechnologyElectronicsIndustrialLife ScienceManufacturingPharmaceutical

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a global PMO strategy that aligns with corporate objectives and supports growth, operational efficiency, and sustainability

Establish governance frameworks, policies, and standards for project management, engineering, and capital investment

Serve as an advisor to executive leadership on project prioritization, resource allocation, and risk management

Work closely with operational excellence team to ensure projects are aligned with Operations Strategy

Lead the planning, design, and execution of major engineering projects across manufacturing, R&D, and corporate facilities

Ensure adherence to engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and safety protocols

Drive innovation in project delivery through advanced technologies and best practices

Oversee global facilities operations, maintenance, and optimization to ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable environments

Manage real estate strategy, including site selection, and space utilization planning

Implement sustainability initiatives in facilities design and operations to reduce environmental impact

Develop and manage the global CAPEX portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and financial targets

Implement robust processes for project budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting

Monitor project performance and ensure accountability for cost, schedule, and quality

Standardize project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, Agile, Lean) across the organization

Establish KPIs and dashboards to track project performance, resource utilization, and ROI

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce project cycle times

Build and lead a high-performing PMO team, including project managers, engineers, and facilities professionals

Provide mentoring, coaching, and career development opportunities for team members

Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation

Partner with cross-functional leaders (Operations, Operational Excellence, Sourcing, Finance, EHS, Supply Chain) to ensure alignment and integration of projects

Communicate project status, risks, and outcomes to executive leadership and key stakeholders

Represent the company in external forums related to engineering, facilities, and project management best practices

Qualification

Facilities ManagementCapital PlanningProject ManagementPMP CertificationAgile MethodologyLean Six SigmaFinancial PlanningStakeholder EngagementChange ManagementPeople DevelopmentAnalytical SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field required

15+ years of progressive experience in project management, engineering, facilities, or capital planning, with at least 10 years in senior leadership roles

Proven track record of leading large-scale, complex projects and managing global CAPEX portfolios exceeding $300M+

Demonstrated success in establishing PMO governance frameworks, implementing project management methodologies, and driving operational excellence

Strong background in financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and ROI evaluation for capital projects

Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies (PMI, Agile, Lean)

Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities with a focus on data-driven insights

Excellent communication and presentation skills for executive-level reporting

Proficiency in digital tools and technologies for project management and portfolio tracking

Culturally aware and knowledgeable of how to operate in diverse global geographies

Superior skills in strategic analysis, planning, organizing, and communication

Strong understanding of financial and accounting metrics and tools

Superior interpersonal skills

Significant background in influencing internal stakeholders in a matrix environment

Significant experience in leading large, complex negotiations

Able to plan and execute complex projects

Preferred

Advanced degree (MBA or Master's in Engineering/Project Management) strongly preferred

Experience in manufacturing, chemical, pharmaceutical, or industrial environments preferred

Experience in real estate strategy, facilities management, and sustainability initiatives

Company

Avantor

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Avantor is a provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the life sciences and applied materials industries. It is a sub-organization of Avantor Performance Materials.

Founded in 1904

Radnor, Pennsylvania, USA

10001+ employees