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RS&H · 14 hours ago

Project Delivery Office (PDO) Initiatives Leader

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

15+ years exp

RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, and they are seeking a Project Delivery Office (PDO) Initiatives Leader. This senior-level role is responsible for the strategic oversight and successful delivery of multiple, large-scale initiatives within the PDO, requiring advanced initiative management expertise and stakeholder engagement.

ArchitectureConsultingInfrastructureService Industry

Responsibilities

Oversee and ensure the delivery of high-quality initiative outcomes that conform to the needs and expectations of internal stakeholders, driving exceptional organizational impact

Implement necessary management techniques required to fulfill delivery responsibilities for specific, complex strategic initiatives

Apply sound and diverse knowledge of project and initiative management principles and practices to make independent decisions and coordinate cross-functional teams on most initiative-related issues

Ensure initiatives are aligned with enterprise strategy, risk posture, and performance metrics

Develop detailed scopes of work and schedules for complex initiatives, clearly communicating the initiative plan and objectives to all relevant internal teams and stakeholders

Direct initiative teams through all phases of multiple, large, and complex initiatives to achieve desired results within established schedules

Provide overall technical direction and coordination for initiative teams, ensuring alignment with PDO standards and best practices

Establish initiative governance structures and performance tracking mechanisms

Serve as the primary point of contact for key internal stakeholders and a central liaison with initiative teams throughout the duration of the initiative, providing regular, strategic status updates

Negotiate initiative scope and resource needs with internal stakeholders and departments

Recommend alternative solutions, often requiring innovation, if initiative objectives cannot be achieved or if critical internal requirements cannot be met

Facilitate executive-level communications and decision-making processes

Identifies problems with the internal production and delivery processes utilized in organization, and leads efforts, in collaboration with key stakeholders, to affect improvements

Oversees and ensures a high-value stakeholder experience to support the successful adoption and sustained impact of PDO initiatives across the organization

Lead change management strategies to support the successful adoption and long-term sustainability of PDO initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure readiness, communication, and training plans are in place

Champion a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the PDO

May manage a small team of PDO professionals, creating an engaging and empowering work environment, communicating clear expectations, and providing effective performance feedback through regular meetings, recognition, rewards, coaching, and, when needed, disciplinary action

Performs all other duties as assigned

Qualification

Stakeholder EngagementInitiative ManagementProject ManagementMicrosoft OfficeProcess ImprovementAnalytical SkillsChange ManagementProfessional LicensureCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeam LeadershipAttention to Detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Planning, or a related field is required; Master's degree preferred

Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in project or initiative management, including at least 8 years leading large, complex, cross-functional initiatives

Active professional licensure required (e.g., PE, AIA)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and enterprise project/program management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, Smartsheet)

Requires strong attention to detail, commitment to follow through, and ability to work independently following general direction and oversight from senior leadership

Requires the ability to multi-task, prioritize workload, set priorities, and manage multiple projects and assignments

Must have strong verbal and written communication, as well as strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate to and understand people in a courteous and professional manner

Must possess the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships, demonstrate professional courage, and guide and influence others

Must have knowledge of the firm goals and strategies, professional demeanor, and ethical standards to serve as the primary source of strategic information concerning PDO initiatives and the firm

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze data trends

Experience with process mapping and improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma)