Uncommon Elite
Special Operations Executive Search |Leadership Development
About the Role
The Vice President of Project Management is a mission‑critical executive leadership role responsible for unifying the company’s commercial strategy, engineering execution, and project governance across North America. This leader will serve as the ultimate owner of delivery performance and financial outcomes across a diverse portfolio of large‑scale infrastructure and industrial projects. Reporting directly to the CEO, this position combines strategic oversight with hands‑on operational leadership—bridging engineering, contracts, and project management to ensure every project is delivered safely, profitably, and to the highest technical standards.
Responsibilities
Portfolio Leadership:
Oversee all project management and engineering functions, ensuring delivery excellence across scope, schedule, and budget.
Commercial Oversight:
Serve as the final commercial gatekeeper for major contracts—reviewing proposals, identifying risks, and ensuring commercial and legal soundness prior to execution.
Financial Performance:
Drive profitability and cash flow discipline through forecasting, margin optimization, and proactive working capital management.
Integrated Execution:
Develop and enforce a unified project delivery framework that aligns PMO and Engineering under shared objectives and governance.
Team Leadership:
Build and mentor a high‑performing team of Project Managers and Engineers, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
Client Engagement:
Act as executive sponsor for key clients—building trust, resolving escalations, and ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
Risk & Compliance:
Manage enterprise project risk, ensuring adherence to all contractual, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Strategic Growth:
Contribute to long‑term strategy by identifying opportunities for improvement in systems, delivery methods, and market positioning.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (required); MBA or advanced technical degree preferred
10–15 years of progressive leadership experience in engineering, construction, or industrial project management
Proven record of leading large, multi-disciplinary project teams across multiple sites
Deep understanding of contract management, commercial risk, and delivery frameworks in complex project environments
Demonstrated success improving project performance metrics (schedule adherence, profitability, customer satisfaction)
Strong financial acumen with experience in P&L, forecasting, and working capital management
Exceptional communication and leadership skills with the ability to unify technical and commercial teams
Pay range and compensation package
Performance incentive plan tied to project portfolio outcomes
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Responsibilities
Portfolio Leadership:
Oversee all project management and engineering functions, ensuring delivery excellence across scope, schedule, and budget.
Commercial Oversight:
Serve as the final commercial gatekeeper for major contracts—reviewing proposals, identifying risks, and ensuring commercial and legal soundness prior to execution.
Financial Performance:
Drive profitability and cash flow discipline through forecasting, margin optimization, and proactive working capital management.
Integrated Execution:
Develop and enforce a unified project delivery framework that aligns PMO and Engineering under shared objectives and governance.
Team Leadership:
Build and mentor a high‑performing team of Project Managers and Engineers, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
Client Engagement:
Act as executive sponsor for key clients—building trust, resolving escalations, and ensuring satisfaction and repeat business.
Risk & Compliance:
Manage enterprise project risk, ensuring adherence to all contractual, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Strategic Growth:
Contribute to long‑term strategy by identifying opportunities for improvement in systems, delivery methods, and market positioning.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Mechanical Engineering (required); MBA or advanced technical degree preferred
10–15 years of progressive leadership experience in engineering, construction, or industrial project management
Proven record of leading large, multi-disciplinary project teams across multiple sites
Deep understanding of contract management, commercial risk, and delivery frameworks in complex project environments
Demonstrated success improving project performance metrics (schedule adherence, profitability, customer satisfaction)
Strong financial acumen with experience in P&L, forecasting, and working capital management
Exceptional communication and leadership skills with the ability to unify technical and commercial teams
Pay range and compensation package
Performance incentive plan tied to project portfolio outcomes
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