Director of Project Management

Job Overview

At Mindgrub, we aspire to build technology that unlocks human potential. Our mission is to produce work that makes lives better, jobs easier, and helps businesses thrive.

As the Director of Project Management, you will lead the project management team by playing a lead role in our Professional Services team’s operations, planning and executing key client projects, and leading the project managers and scrum masters of Mindgrub. You will have broad authority for decision making within the project management discipline, and will work across departments to achieve successful outcomes for employees and clients (and their end customers). You will report into executive leadership and be an influence on Mindgrub’s continued growth. 

Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management:

• Establish oneself as an active leader of the project management team and Professional Services at Mindgrub.
• Lead and develop the team to facilitate their growth and advancement.
• Establish team goals, seek opportunities for improvement, and celebrate team success.
• Conduct performance reviews, assess compensation and promotions, and lead hiring/termination decisions.
• Take ownership of initiatives aligning with department and company goals.
• Advocate for processes, team members, and values, while accommodating project, client, and business needs.
• Partner with other directors to ensure efficiencies and healthy team dynamics are reached through establishing scalable best practices and processes.

People & Culture:

• Collaborate to establish, communicate, and champion the values of the project management team – advocating for project strategy, ownership, and management.
• Foster team cohesion through planning and leading activities that reinforce these values.
• Participate in People Ops activities through DEI, Remote Culture, and Fun Committees.

Process and Operations:

• Ensure all projects have accurate timelines, budgets, and status reports in line with project activities, Jira backlogs, and contractual agreements.
• Define and refine processes and tools for Mindgrub to produce the best work for clients – balancing quality, deadlines, and budgets.
• Monitor industry trends and ensure best practices are followed for project management and outcomes.
• Participate in resource allocations, matching opportunities with suitable team members.
• Look out for the entire Mindgrub team – from embodying company values to ensuring work-life balance and collaboration with other teams.
• Work cross-departmentally to understand challenges and opportunities and collaborate on solutions.

Sales & Financials:

• Consult on estimates, solutions, and pitches during the sales process.
• Contribute to marketing and awareness efforts through various channels.
• Lead monitoring of operational performance, including project reporting, revenue generation, and team utilization.
• Participate in budgeting discussions and maintain internal KPIs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required
• 7+ years of project management experience
• Experience working on a wide variety of digital projects, including web and mobile applications preferred
• 5+ years leading and managing teams
• Proficient knowledge of waterfall and agile methodologies
• Understanding of project financial controls and their global business impact
• Knowledge and passion for software platforms empowering team efficiency such as Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence), Parallax, and Timekeeping softwares
• Ability to lead in a complex, fast-paced organization with resiliency for ambiguity and change, to deliver the highest quality outcomes
• Success in growing and managing remote teams 
• Ability to travel as needed - primarily to the Baltimore area (15% travel)
• Proficiency in independently managing unique project teams 
• Excellent time management and context switching skills
• Experience working with accounts of all sizes, from small businesses to enterprise level preferred
• PMP, CSM, Agile- related certification or equivalent, a plus
• Effective communication and ability to influence stakeholders through professionalism, integrity, and presence

The Perks of Being a Full Time Mindgrubber 

• Work remotely or in our Baltimore office - your choice!
• Excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• PTO available when you start
• A yogi-level flexible schedule
• Free access to Premium Calm app subscription
• Annual training budget dedicated to your professional development
• A variety of fun Mindgrub hosted events and Committees to join (e.g. Adventure Club, Fun Committee, DEI Committee, Mindgrub Meetups, and more!)

Inclusivity without exception | At Mindgrub we value and encourage mutual respect and acceptance. We know we all have something to contribute. We work every day to ensure all are welcome, and that we treat all people with fairness and dignity.

No phone calls or recruiters, please.

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