Project Management Office Group Manager

Novaspect Inc • Schaumburg, IL

18h • $125,000 - $140,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Novaspect, Inc., an Emerson Impact Partner, the global leader of automation systems and solutions, is currently offering an opportunity for a Project Management Office Group Manager to join our team.

Project Management Office Group Manager Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead the creation and evolution of the Novaspect Project Management Office.
Develop project management personnel with individual training plans for application of the Novaspect project methodology.
Mentor team members for career development and long-term employment at Novaspect.
Conduct regular performance conversations with direct reports.
Manage department short- and long-term resource loading plans.
Support sales in developing and presenting solution proposals to potential customers.
Develop hardware and software specification requirements and solutions for customer applications.
Support automation services group with backup project management resources to support customer projects, contracts engagements and requests.
Establish and manage engineering group capital budget.
Support Novaspect annual business planning process.
Competencies:
Communication
Communicates clearly and concisely in routine and complex situations.
Tailors communication style to audience and context; facilitates discussions and encourages feedback.
Manages difficult or crucial conversations professionally.
Decision Making
Makes sound, timely decisions in both routine and moderately complex scenarios.
Balances multiple viewpoints and considers longer-term impacts when solving problems.
Directing Work
Prioritizes and delegates work effectively to meet team objectives.
Balances workload, monitors progress and ensures resources are used efficiently.
Developing & Optimizing Talent
Provides coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback to team members.
Implements effective talent development programs to enhance individual and team performance.
Supports recruiting, onboarding, training, and performance management.
Motivating & Inspiring
Shares organizational vision and goals to motivate team members.
Creates a positive, inclusive, and accountable team environment.
Encourage contributions and recognize achievements.
Strategic Planning & Alignment
Understands and aligns team objectives with organizational strategy.
Participates in strategic planning discussions and contributes to departmental goals.
Customer Focus & Informing
Communicate effectively with customers, peers, and employees.
Ensure concerns are addressed quickly and service delivery meets expectations.
Planning, Organizing & Resource Management
Plans and organizes work to ensure efficient operations and project execution.
Assists in budgeting and forecasting; tracks expenses and manages resources responsibly.
Monitors and controls resources to achieve operational efficiency.
Learning Agility & Developing Capability
Demonstrates adaptability, continuous learning, and openness to new approaches.
Supports development of both personal capability and overall organizational capability.
Achieving Results
Drives team performance to achieve defined goals and quality standards.
Maintains accountability for meeting deadlines, deliverables, and service expectations.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Engineering or equivalent desired.
• 10+ years in an engineering field desired.
• 5+ years of engineering group management or project management experience a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills and proven ability to lead a team of highly skilled individuals.
• Views change as an opportunity,
• This position will involve working with many teammates and service providers to improve the success and sustainability of our diverse customer base
• Believes in the value of teamwork, both internal and external, as the driver for success
• Ability to work extended hours on a computer.
• Ability to work in a loud industrial environment.

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of engineering group management or project management experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and evolution of the Novaspect Project Management Office.
• Develop project management personnel with individual training plans for application of the Novaspect project methodology.
• Mentor team members for career development and long-term employment at Novaspect.
• Conduct regular performance conversations with direct reports.
• Manage department short- and long-term resource loading plans.
• Support sales in developing and presenting solution proposals to potential customers.
• Develop hardware and software specification requirements and solutions for customer applications.
• Support automation services group with backup project management resources to support customer projects, contracts engagements and requests.
• Establish and manage engineering group capital budget.
• Support Novaspect annual business planning process.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off; starting at 15 vacation days, 10 holidays, and 10 days of Personal, Sick, & Safety Time (PSST)
• 401K with 6% company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Excellent health & wellness benefits
• Student debt & tuition reimbursement
• Referral bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager