
Vice President, Project Management Office – PMO
Avantor
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Massachusetts • United States
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Salary
💰 $221,500 - $373,175 per year
Job Level
Tech Stack
About the role
- Establish and lead a global PMO that drives strategic capital projects, facilities management, and real estate initiatives
- Provide leadership for Project Engineering, Facilities/Real Estate, Factory Automation/Digitization, and CAPEX governance
- Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with the company’s strategic objectives
- Oversee the execution of complex, multi-million-dollar projects, including new facility construction and major equipment installations
- Serve as an advisor to the executive leadership team on project prioritization and risk mitigation
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project delivery and maximize return on investment
- Build and lead a high-performing global PMO organization providing mentoring and career development opportunities for team members.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or related field required
- Advanced degree (MBA or Master’s in Engineering/Project Management) strongly preferred
- Professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional), PgMP (Program Management Professional), or Lean Six Sigma are highly desirable
- 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+
- Experience in manufacturing, chemical, pharmaceutical, or industrial environments preferred
- Demonstrated success in establishing PMO governance frameworks, implementing project management methodologies, and driving operational excellence
- Experience in real estate strategy, facilities management, and sustainability initiatives.
- Strong background in financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and ROI evaluation for capital projects.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
project managementfacilities managementcapital planningengineeringfinancial planningbudgetingforecastingROI evaluationPMO governance frameworksproject management methodologies
Soft Skills
leadershipmentoringstrategic thinkingrisk mitigationcontinuous improvementcommunicationteam developmentorganizational skillsadvisory skillsproblem-solving
Certifications
PMPPgMPLean Six Sigma