HARTING Technology Group · 15 hours ago
Head of Project Management
Elgin, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$160K/yr - $185K/yr
8+ years expHARTING Technology Group is a leading international supplier of industrial connectivity solutions. They are seeking a Head of Project Management to lead and scale Project and Program Management capabilities across the Americas, ensuring successful execution of complex projects while aligning with global governance and business priorities.
Industrial Automation
Responsibilities
Lead and develop the Project and Program Management team, providing both technical and disciplinary leadership in alignment with HARTING management principles
Oversee a portfolio of development and assembly projects across the Americas, ensuring effective multi-project planning, prioritization, and optimal use of resources
Drive alignment between regional execution and global PMO strategy, ensuring the Americas are well represented in globally led initiatives and decision-making
Apply and continuously evolve project management methodologies (agile, hybrid, and classical) to reduce time-to-market and improve execution efficiency
Ensure strong project governance through structured reviews, reporting, and adherence to the HARTING milestone system
Monitor and manage project dashboards, KPIs, and resource loading to enable data-driven decision-making and transparency
Identify process gaps where project management intersects with engineering, operations, assembly, and development, and collaborate with stakeholders to implement solutions
Lead change management efforts for new tools, processes, and standards introduced by the global PMO
Foster a culture of continuous optimization, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration
Travel up to 20% to support global coordination and customer engagement
Provide technical and disciplinary management of the Project and Program Management team
Drive skills management and professional development to ensure long-term innovation and execution excellence
Prepare and support project managers for certification in accordance with defined standards
Monitor team workloads and advocate for staffing adjustments as business needs evolve
Manage headcount costs through ongoing evaluation of regional resource allocation (Illinois vs. Mexico)
Support, empower, and motivate team members in the successful fulfillment of their responsibilities
Oversight of projects and programs across the Americas, covering both development and assembly
Responsibility for multi-project management, including planning, organization, coordination, and prioritization of project activities
Ensure effective communication, information flow, and collaboration within the team and with internal and global stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field
8+ years of experience in project and/or program management within an R&D, manufacturing, or engineering-driven environment
Proven experience leading and developing project management teams
Strong expertise in multi-project portfolio management and resource planning
Experience working with global PMOs and matrixed organizations
Hands-on knowledge of agile, hybrid, and traditional project management methodologies
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Preferred
Master's degree
PMP or equivalent project management certification
Benefits
21 days PTO (Paid Time Off) to start – quickly earn more PTO as you stick with us (36 days max)
Medical, dental, and vision Insurance – several Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options to choose from
Company-sponsored life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability – at no cost to employee
Paid parental leave, tuition and fitness reimbursement, and a hybrid working policy
401(k) with a 4% dollar-for-dollar match – fully vested upon eligibility!
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Company
HARTING Technology Group
The HARTING Technology Group is a leading global provider of industrial connectivity.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2026-01-07
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2025-10-09
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