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Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

We are seeking an experienced IT PMO (Project Management Office) Manager to lead our team in implementing, monitoring, and enhancing uniform project management standards within our IT department. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management methodologies, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record of driving continuous improvement initiatives. As the IT PMO Manager, you will oversee a team of skilled project and program managers, ensuring the successful delivery of IT projects while adhering to established standards and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and Mentor Team: Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of project and program managers. Effectively manage the performance of staff members, ensuring the achievement of annual objectives. Attract, develop, and retain high-caliber program/project leaders and contributors.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with stakeholders for efficient risk management in projects. Identify and address stakeholder concerns to ensure project success.
• Resource Management: Oversee resource management, including capacity planning of Project Managers across the portfolio of projects. Coordinate with resource managers to ensure optimal allocation of resources.
• Communication: Communicate essential project information to IT and business leadership teams. Deliver effective communication through presentations and team meetings.
• Facilitate Dissemination of Best Practices: Lead efforts to disseminate project management best practices and provide assistance in utilizing project management tools such as ServiceNow. Support training initiatives and contribute to reporting enhancements.
• Vendor Coordination: Coordinate with vendors, as needed, for effective project execution. Ensure vendor contracts and relationships support project objectives.
• Project Data Management: Gather and centralize project data from Project Managers and business stakeholders to generate routine reports and provide valuable insights for governance at all levels.
• Resolve Interdependencies: Acknowledge interdependencies among programs, take action to alleviate or resolve bottlenecks, and advocate for the effective utilization of resources.
• Budget Management: Assist with developing and controlling the IT portfolio budget. Manage expenditures within agreed spending plans and establish budgeting standards for project managers.
• Implement, Monitor, and Enhance Project Management Standards: Develop and maintain uniform project management standards to elevate the capabilities of the IT department. Continuously monitor adherence to procedures and identify opportunities for improvement.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Project Management Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall. Ability to apply these methodologies effectively to IT projects and programs.
• Leadership and Team Management: Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams. Experience in leading and mentoring a team of project and program managers to achieve organizational goals.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to convey complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner. Proficiency in conducting effective presentations and facilitating meetings.
• Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to engage and manage stakeholders at various levels of the organization. Experience in building and maintaining positive relationships with key stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Problem-solving and Decision-making: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues, analyze root causes, and develop effective solutions. Capacity to make timely and informed decisions to keep projects on track.
• Resource Management: Proficiency in resource management, including capacity planning, resource allocation, and optimization. Experience in balancing workload across project teams to ensure efficient utilization of resources.
• Budget Management: Understanding of financial principles and budget management techniques. Ability to develop and control project budgets, track expenditures, and manage costs within agreed spending plans.
• Technical Aptitude: Broad understanding of IT systems, technologies, and infrastructure. Familiarity with project management tools and software such as ServiceNow, Microsoft Project, or Jira.
• Risk Management: Knowledge of risk management principles and techniques. Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to minimize their impact on project objectives.
• Continuous Improvement: Commitment to continuous improvement and learning. Willingness to stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to project management.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align IT projects and programs with organizational goals and objectives. Capacity to think strategically and contribute to the development of IT strategies and roadmaps.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams. Experience in fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment to drive project success.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Master’s degree or PMP certification is a plus.

8+ years of experience in IT project management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

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Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Health Savings Account (HSA), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy*, an employee assistance program (EAP)*, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.

 Financial Benefits: Retirement 401k program with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (voluntary), financial wellness planning*, paid parental leave*, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for child care and health care, short-term and long-term disability*, basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)*, adoption financial reimbursement*, tuition reimbursement*, voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children), and voluntary identity theft and fraud protection.

*100% paid by ADS.

Growth Opportunities & Global Presence: With a global network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers, ADS offers extensive opportunities for career growth and development in various locations around the world.

Inclusive and Creative Work Culture: ADS fosters a culture of passion, innovation, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to shape industry-leading solutions. We value diverse perspectives, recognizing that they drive better ideas, processes, and performance. Our workplace is built on respect, inclusivity, and shared responsibility, ensuring every team member feels valued and contributes to our collective success.

Innovative & Sustainability Focused: Advanced Drainage Systems is one of the largest plastic recyclers in North America, ensuring over half a billion pounds of plastic is kept out of landfills every year.

Learn More: https://www.adspipe.com/about-us

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.