Director of Project Management - Water

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

Consider applying here, if you want to:

• Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
• Develop lasting relationships with great people.
• Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Director of Project Management - Water

The Director of Project Management – Water Capacity is responsible to follow the PMO process as established by the PMO team and the activities (coordinate project timelines, scopes, and budgets) of all Engineering Project Managers assigned to core water expansion. This role is also accountable for ensuring the teams follow the PMO process to optimize front-end project set-up and execution of these capacity addition projects. This position will report directly to the VP of Project Management.

Essential Functions

• Manage Team of Project ManagersReviews project plans across the group, ensure appropriate identification of key cross team/group dependencies, operation requirements, and install discipline around early and continuous risk identification. Assist in the equitable distribution of work by coordinating with other departments and employees as required to assign resources to meet near term and long term needs.
• Manage PMO ProcessMaintain governance over standards of work for project management activities and processes.Ensure best practices, key metrics, documentation and necessary training established by the PMO team is followed by all project managers within Niagara.
• Overseeing Water Capacity ProjectsManage a portfolio of critical initiatives throughout the organization involving technology, business process, and installation of water capacity projects that span diverse geographies.
• Develop Project Scopes, Budgets, and TimelinesEnsure project execution, monitor budgetary impacts and manage organizational risk
• Conflict Resolution with ContractorsResponsible for creating strategies for risk mitigation and contingency planning; transition, change and program management.
• Equipment procurementSupport the commercialization and procurement teams to identify, qualify and manage OEMs throughout the
• Travel requirement of approximately 65%
• Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:10+ Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment6 Years – Experience in Position6 Years – Experience managing people/projects
• Preferred Qualifications:10+ Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment10+ Years – Experience working in Position 10+ Years – Experience managing people/projects

Competencies

• Problem Solving - identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
• Planning/Organizing - uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks.
• Detail oriented and accurate - minimizes mistakes, follows every step in a process and follows through with all tasks
• Oral Communication - speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; demonstrates presentation skills. Experience in providing economic justification, and contract structuring and management.
• Team Work - balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives.
• Written Communication - writes clearly and informatively; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Change Management - communicates changes effectively; builds commitment and overcomes resistance.
• Leadership - inspires and motivates others to perform well; influences actions and opinions of others; Displays passion and optimism.
• Managing People - fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services
• Negotiation Skill: skilled in negotiating tactics, effective in utilizing analysis and creative solutions to extract the greatest value for the company.
• Proficiency in, but not limited to:Microsoft Office Applications – Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Projects, Visio, etc.
• Skills – Knowledge of Injection, Bottling, Blow molding, and Auxiliary Equipment as well as AutoCAD

This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

• Lead Like an OwnerManages a safe working environment, accurately documents safety related training, and effectively communicates safety incidentsProvides strategic input and oversight to departmental projectsMakes data driven decisions and develops sustainable solutionsSkilled in reducing costs and managing timelines while prioritizing long run impact over short term winsMakes decisions by putting overall company success first before department/individual successLeads/facilitates discussions to get positive outcomes for the customerMakes strategic decisions which prioritize the needs of the customer over departmental/individual goals
• InnovACTContinuously evaluates existing programs and processes, and develops new initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce wasteCreates, monitors, and responds to departmental performance metrics to drive continuous improvementCommunicates a clear vision, organizes resources effectively, and adjusts the strategy as needed when managing change
• Find a WayDemonstrates ability to think analytically and synthesize complex informationEffectively delegates technical tasks to subordinatesWorks effectively with departments, vendors, and customers to achieve organizational successIdentifies opportunities for collaboration in strategic ways
• Empowered to be GreatMakes hiring decisions primarily based on culture fit and attitude, and secondarily based on technical expertiseEngages in long term talent planningProvides opportunities for the development of all direct reportsUnderstands, identifies, and addresses conflict within own team and between teams

Education

• Minimum Required: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business Administration or other related field or equivalent experience
• Preferred: Master's Degree in Engineering or Business Administration or other related field or equivalent experience

Certification/License:

• Required: N/A
• Preferred: N/A

Typical Compensation Range

Pay Rate Type: Salary$178,481.04 - $249,873.47 / YearlyBonus Target: 20% Annual

Benefits

Our Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:

• Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time
• Paid parental and caregiver leaves
• Medical, including virtual care options
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with company match
• Health Savings Account with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members
• Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements
• Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan
• Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
• Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities
• And more!

* *Los Angeles County applicants only** Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.

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