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PMO Manager- New Product Development

Requisition ID: 43840

Job Location(s):

Tallahassee, FL, US

Employment Type: Full Time

Segment: Danfoss Climate Solutions Segment

Job Function: Project Management

Work Location Type: On-site

Job Description

Do you have a passion for sustainability and innovative projects that truly make a difference? At Danfoss, we believe technology can drive the change towards a greener future, and we want people who share this vision. For Danfoss Climate Solutions, Turbocor compressors division, we are looking for a motivated and results-oriented PMO (Project Management Office) manager-NPD to lead our NPD project managers at our facility in Tallahassee, Florida

In this role, you are responsible for driving excellence in project execution and governance for new product development. This role ensures that projects align with strategic business objectives, are delivered on time with quality and within budget, and follow standardized processes. The PMO Manger collaborates with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, and key stakeholders to enhance project efficiency, improve project cycle times, and optimize resource allocation.

Are you ready to put your skills to work and lead teams and projects that contribute to a more sustainable future? Join us and make a difference!

Job Responsibilities

People Management & Leadership:

• Lead, mentor, and develop project managers, enhancing their skills, performance, and engagement.

• Establish clear roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations for the NPD PMO team.

• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Conduct regular performance evaluations and career development discussions with team members.

• Lead the NPD project portfolio governance process, ensuring alignment with business goals and strategic priorities.

• Monitor project health, risks, and resource utilization, ensuring corrective actions are taken proactively.

PMO Process Development & Improvement:

• Develop, standardize and simplify project execution processes to reduce cycle time and improve efficiency.

• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project governance and cross-functional collaboration.

• Drive the adoption of digital tools and dashboards for real-time project tracking and reporting.

Project Execution & Governance:

• Ensure NPD projects meet quality, schedule, cost and performance goals while maintaining process compliance.

• Define KPIs to measure project success and oversee execution.

• Lead the NPD project execution when necessary.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:

• Collaborate with engineering, product management, marketing, Quality, manufacturing, supply chain, finance, and leadership teams to ensure seamless project execution.

• Facilitate regular project status reviews and executive-level reporting.

Background & Skills

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, or related field; PMP certification preferred.

Experience:

• 8+ years in project/program management, preferably in NPD, engineering, or manufacturing industries.

• 2+ years of people management experience, leading project management teams.

Skills:

• Strong leadership and team development skills.

• Expertise in project portfolio management and governance.

• Knowledge of Agile, Stage-Gate project management methodologies.

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, etc.).

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

Bonus system

Paid vacatio

Flexible working hour

Personal insuranc

Communication packag

Opportunity to join Employee Resource Group

State of the art virtual work environmen

Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.000 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

Danfoss engineers solutions that increase machine productivity, reduce emissions, lower energy consumption, and enable electrification.

Our solutions are used in such areas as refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, power conversion, motor control, industrial machinery, automotive, marine, and off- and on-highway equipment. We also provide solutions for renewable energy, such as solar and wind power, as well as district-energy infrastructure for cities.

Our innovative engineering dates back to 1933. Danfoss is family-owned, employing more than 39.360 people, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a global footprint of 95 factories.

**Nearest Major Market:** Tallahassee