Head of Project Management

Purpose of This Role:To build and lead a global Project Management Office that transforms how Antunes plans and delivers projects by establishing disciplined execution, predictable outcomes, and clear portfolio visibility so high-quality solutions are consistently delivered to customers and stakeholders on time and within set budgets.Key Accountabilities: PMO Build & Operating Model: Establish and lead the PMO function, defining standards, tools, governance, and ways of working that enable consistent project delivery across the enterprise. Project Delivery Excellence & Predictability: Define and implement planning, scheduling, and risk management practices that improve execution discipline, reduce variability, and increase delivery reliability. Portfolio Management & Strategic Alignment: Implement portfolio management systems that support prioritization, resource allocation, and trade-off decisions aligned with enterprise strategy. Visibility, Metrics & Reporting: Create transparency into project performance through standardized reporting, dashboards, and status reviews that give leaders a clear, fact-based view of the portfolio. Cross-Functional Coordination: Enable effective collaboration across engineering, operations, sales, marketing, technical service, and supply chain throughout the project lifecycle. Capability Building & Continuous Improvement: Build organizational project management capability through tools, templates, training, and lessons learned-driving continuous improvement once baseline stability is achieved. Success Measure:Lead Indicators: Percentage of projects with standardized plans and schedules, incl. resource allocation visibility, launch readiness check completion (manufacturing, supply chain, service, sales enablement), Completion of service readiness reviews before go-live, Portfolio visibility coverage, PM training completion ratesLag Indicators: Percentage of projects completed within baselined schedule and budget,post-launch quality or availability issues affecting customers, Service calls, warranty claims, or support issues linked to project delivery, Time-to-market for NPD projects,Forecast accuracy at key project milestones.Professional: Manufacturing industry experience is required. Project and portfolio management methodologies (PMI, Agile, hybrid approaches), NPD stage-gate processes, resource planning and capacity management, risk management, proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar).Education: B.Sc. or higher in engineering, business, or related discipline; PMP certification preferred.Leadership skills: Facilitation, Coaching and capability development, Executive-level communication and reporting, Business & Financial acumenBenefits Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. Retirement Plans: 401(k) plan with company match to help you plan for your future. Employee Wellness Programs: Access to wellness programs, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Life Insurance: Basic and supplemental life insurance options. Disability Insurance: Short- and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off (PTO).

Created: 2026-04-02