Job Title: PMO (Gradian Thermal Solutions)
Location: Maple Grove, MN (Onsite)
About the Role:
Gradian Thermal Solutions is seeking senior-level PMO professionals to lead and drive critical project and program implementations. This role requires individuals with a strong engineering background who have transitioned into program/project leadership and can independently run complex initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead end-to-end project and program execution across multiple initiatives
- Act as the primary point of contact for project delivery and stakeholder alignment
- Drive project planning, scheduling, and execution with full ownership
- Manage multiple concurrent implementations, ensuring timelines and deliverables are met
- Identify and mitigate risks, issues, and dependencies proactively
- Facilitate client and internal stakeholder communication, including leadership updates
- Collaborate closely with engineering teams on technical project execution
- Ensure adherence to PMO governance, reporting, and documentation standards
Required Qualifications:- 7-12+ years of experience in Project/Program Management or PMO roles
- Strong background in engineering, manufacturing, or industrial environments
- Proven ability to lead complex project implementations independently
- Experience managing cross-functional teams and stakeholders
- Strong proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, etc.)Excellent communication and client-facing skills
Preferred Qualifications:- PMP or equivalent certification
- Experience in thermal systems, industrial equipment, or process engineering prefferred
- Background as a senior engineer transitioning into PMO/program leadership
- Experience in multi-project / portfolio management environments
Key Competencies:- Ownership mindset - ability to "run point" on projects independently
- Strong execution and delivery focus
- Stakeholder management and influence
- Problem-solving and risk mitigation
- Structured and process-driven approach
Ideal Candidate Profile:- (Important for Submissions):Senior engineer turned PMO / Program Manager
- Hands-on experience in project/program development and execution
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, client-driven environment
- Able to step in and drive projects with minimal oversight
