Manager of Project Management

Granite delivers advanced communications and technology solutions to businesses and government agencies throughout the United States and Canada. We provide exceptional customized service with an emphasis on reliability and outstanding customer support and our customers include over 85 of the Fortune 100. Granite has over $1.85 Billion in revenue with more than 2,100 employees and is headquartered in Quincy, MA. Our mission is to be the leading telecommunications company wherever we offer services as well as provide an environment where the value of each individual is recognized and where each person has the opportunity to further their growth and achieve success.

Granite has been recognized by the Boston Business Journal as one of the "Healthiest Companies" in Massachusetts for the past 15 consecutive years.

Our offices have onsite fully equipped state of the art gyms for employees at zero cost.

Granite's philanthropy is unparalleled with over $300 million in donations to organizations such as Dana Farber Cancer Institute, The ALS Foundation and the Alzheimer's Association to name a few.

We have been consistently rated a "Fastest Growing Company" by Inc. Magazine.

Granite was named to Forbes List of America's Best Employers 2022, 2023 and 2024.

Granite was recently named One of Forbes Best Employers for Diversity.

Our company's insurance package includes health, dental, vision, life, disability coverage, 401K retirement with company match, childcare benefits, tuition assistance, and more.

If you are a highly motivated individual who wants to grow your career with a fast paced and progressive company, Granite has countless opportunities for you.

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General Summary of Position:

The Manager of Project Management position will play a pivotal role in helping drive the strategic vision of the Project Management organization at Granite Telecommunications. This individual will lead a team of Project Managers in overseeing and ensuring the successful execution of client deployments. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of strong leadership, strategic thinking, and project management expertise to enhance our project delivery capabilities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Project Management team.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability.

Project Oversight:

• Manage a diverse portfolio of projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and timely delivery.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure project success and drive accountability.

Process Improvement:

• Develop, implement, and refine project management methodologies, tools, and templates to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Champion best practices in project management and promote a standardized approach across the organization.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and leadership to ensure project alignment with strategic objectives.
• Facilitate regular project status meetings, providing transparent updates and addressing any concerns.

Resource Allocation & Risk Management:

• Oversee resource allocation across projects, ensuring optimal utilization of talent and tools.
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact.

Reporting & Analysis:

• Generate comprehensive reports and dashboards for senior leadership, highlighting project progress, risks, and resource needs.
• Conduct post-project evaluations to capture lessons learned and integrate findings into future projects.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, or a related field.
• 7+ years of project management experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of managing complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP, Six Sigma, Agile certifications desired.
• Telecommunications background preferred.
• Experience with SD-WAN, DIA, Broadband, VOIP.

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