Associate Director, Project Management

Associate Director, Project Management

Office of Information Technology

The Associate Director is responsible for maturing the Project Management Office (PMO) by establishing data-driven standards and distilling complex project data into a compelling "value narrative" for senior leadership. Additionally, the incumbent may at times be expected to lead the University's most complex, high-stakes initiatives, such as the BIRCH program of projects.

Working with the Director for IT Governance, Planning and Strategy, the Associate Director provides leadership for the OIT project portfolio, ensuring seamless alignment with the University's IT governance practices and long-range strategic objectives. This role bridges the gap between high-level governance and tactical execution, managing the transition of initiatives into the active portfolio while supervising a team of Project Managers and Senior Project Managers.

This position is eligible for remote work; however, the successful candidate will be expected to report to campus for specific meetings, projects, or departmental events as required.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree or equivalent experience preferred

Requirements:

• Experience: 10+ years of IT project management experience, with at least 7 years leading large-scale, complex technology deployments. Higher education information technology experience is strongly preferred.
• Supervisory: 2-3 years of significant experience managing a team of professional project managers and overseeing their performance and deliverables. Must possess the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, manage resource allocation across multiple projects, and ensure team alignment with departmental priorities.
• Methodological Versatility: Expert knowledge of various project management methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, Lean, Agile) and the ability to apply them selectively.
• Strategic Communication: Ability to communicate persuasively across the enterprise, from technical staff to executive leadership, ensuring high engagement.
• Analytical Mastery: Advanced skills in identifying systematic bottlenecks and implementing new tools or processes to improve organizational efficiency.
• Emotional Intelligence: Superb conflict resolution skills and the proven capacity to handle the pressure and visibility associated with critical projects.