Director of Project Management

Director of Project Management - DV-LED Operations

Position Details

Location: North Metro Atlanta, GA

Travel: 15-30% domestic and international

Supervisory: Director of Operations

About Client

A U.S.-based DV-LED designer and manufacturer delivering world-class display solutions across multiple market segments. Known for highly customized and innovative visual experiences, the company creates immersive environments that transform physical spaces through cutting-edge display technology.

About the Opportunity

We're seeking a Director of Project Management to lead, improve, and elevate the project management organization while driving operational excellence across a growing DV-LED business.

This role is responsible for rebuilding and strengthening the project management department through improved processes, accountability, structure, and leadership.

The ideal candidate has direct DV-LED experience and understands the realities of managing highly customized display projects involving engineering, manufacturing, logistics, field installation, and customer execution.

This leader will assess what is working, identify what is not, and build scalable systems that improve performance across the organization.

What You'll Do

Department Transformation & Leadership

• Evaluate and improve existing project management processes and workflows
• Create scalable systems, SOPs, reporting structures, and project standards
• Establish KPIs and accountability measures for project execution
• Lead organizational improvements focused on consistency and performance

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop Project Managers and project teams
• Improve resource allocation and team structure
• Establish clear performance expectations and coaching processes

Portfolio Oversight

• Oversee project health across schedules, budgets, customer satisfaction, and staffing
• Escalate and resolve project risks proactively
• Ensure consistent execution standards across all projects

Cross Functional Leadership

• Improve collaboration between Project Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, and Field Operations
• Drive improvements in project handoffs and communication

What We're Looking For

Required

• 10+ years of project management experience with significant DV-LED industry experience
• Experience leading teams and managing large-scale LED project portfolios
• Strong understanding of DV-LED manufacturing, installation, and project lifecycles
• Experience improving operational processes and implementing KPIs
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Preferred

• PMP certification
• Experience leading departmental transformation initiatives
• Experience managing global or large-scale custom installation programs

Why You'll Love This Role

• Opportunity to lead and transform a critical department during an exciting stage of growth
• Make a visible impact by building structure, improving execution, and creating scalable processes that drive long-term success
• Shape the future of Project Management by implementing best practices, accountability measures, and operational improvements
• Lead and mentor a team while creating a culture focused on ownership, collaboration, and results
• Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, and Field Operations to influence company-wide performance
• Play a key leadership role in delivering large-scale, highly customized DV-LED projects for globally recognized brands and unique environments
• High-visibility position with direct interaction and influence across senior leadership
• Opportunity to leave a lasting mark on a growing organization while helping define the next stage of its operational evolution
• Competitive benefits, leadership visibility, and strong long-term growth potential within the organization

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements.

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