Director of Project Management

Position Summary

The Director of Project Management oversees all project management operations to ensure successful project execution.

Core Objectives

· Drive consistent, successful project execution across the organization.

· Build and lead a high-performing project management team.

· Drive visibility and control of project financial and operational risk.

· Ensure seamless coordination with pre-construction, finance, field operations, and service.

Tasks / Duties / Responsibilities

· Project Management Oversight

o Lead and oversee all project management activities across the organization.

o Ensure projects are executed on time, within budget, and to define quality standards.

o Develop, implement, and enforce project management processes, tools, and best practices.

o Own project planning, forecasting, and schedule logic to ensure realism and credibility.

· Coordination with Pre-Construction

o Partner with pre‑construction teams to ensure smooth transition from planning to execution.

o Provide input on project feasibility, timelines, sequencing, and resource strategy.

o Align project plans with field capacity, manpower constraints, and operational realities.

o Serve as escalation point for PM and field misalignment or priority conflicts.

· Team Leadership and Development

o Lead, mentor, and develop Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers.

o Establish PM cadence, training standards, and performance expectations.

o Foster a high‑accountability, planning‑driven, and collaborative PM culture.

· Financial Management

o Monitor project budgets, cost forecasts, and financial performance.

o Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting across all projects.

o Identify and mitigate execution, schedule, and margin risks early.

o Partner with Finance to maintain clean project cost tracking and cash‑flow visibility.

· Contract & Subcontractor Management

o Oversee preparation, review, and administration of project contracts.

o Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company policies.

o Support subcontractor strategy, negotiations, and performance oversight.

· Process Improvement & Performance Metrics

o Continuously evaluate and improve project management processes and tools.

o Develop and track KPIs to measure project and PM performance.

o Use data‑driven insights to improve predictability, efficiency, and outcomes.

· Change, Risk, and Compliance Management

o Manage project changes including scope, schedule, and budget adjustments.

o Implement structured change‑control processes.

o Ensure projects adhere to safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Skill / Ability / Attribute Requirements

· Strong leadership and team‑development capability.

· Excellent communication and cross‑functional alignment skills.

· Financial acumen with strong understanding of project cost controls.

· Contract and risk management expertise.

· Process‑driven mindset with continuous improvement focus.

· Analytical problem‑solving and decision‑making ability.

Education / Experience / Certification Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred but not required. Education and progressive construction leadership experience is required.

· Minimum of 5–8 years of experience in project management within the solar EPC industry or a similar construction environment preferred.

· Demonstrated field experience (e.g., superintendent, field supervisor, foreman, or significant time working closely with field teams), with a strong understanding of construction sequencing, manpower constraints, and execution realities.

· Proven experience leading, mentoring, or developing project managers and/or cross functional teams, with accountability for standards, consistency, and outcomes across multiple projects.

· Demonstrated ability to align project planning, scheduling, and forecasting with field capacity, manpower availability, and operational constraints.

· PMP or other relevant project management certification preferred but not required.

Company Culture & Benefits

MVE Group, Inc. is a premier electrical, solar, and security contractor located in Ephrata, PA and serving PA, NJ, MD, and DE. MVE Group is committed to providing cutting edge technology and services for our customers and matches that commitment to our employees. We have an Employee Stock Ownership Program and maintain an open-book management philosophy in which employees are included on all levels of operation.

· Competitive pay and vacation time

· Paid holidays

· Full benefits package including health, short term disability, and life insurance

· 401K plan

· Employee Stock Ownership Program (after one year employment)

· Continuing education opportunities

MVE Group Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type, whether race, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Project Management: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person