Meridian Cooperative is seeking a Director of Project Management to lead the successful delivery of strategic initiatives across the organization. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment—someone who can both drive execution and develop high-performing project management teams.

As a key leader, you will oversee project delivery, establish best practices, and ensure alignment with business objectives, while also serving as a working project manager on critical initiatives.

 

What You’ll Do

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex projects across the organization


• Manage, coach, and develop a team of Project Managers, driving accountability and performance


• Establish and scale PMO standards, tools, and governance frameworks


• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget


• Monitor portfolio performance through KPIs, reporting, and delivery metrics


• Identify and mitigate risks, issues, and dependencies across projects


• Drive project intake, prioritization, and resource planning


• Partner with business and technology leaders to align initiatives with company strategy


• Oversee change management and governance processes


• Manage external vendors, consultants, and third-party partners


• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement across project delivery practices


• Provide regular updates and insights to executive leadership

What You’ll Bring

• PMP® certification (required)


• 8+ years of project management experience, including managing multiple concurrent projects


• Proven experience leading or mentoring project managers


• Strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies


• Experience building or supporting PMO functions and governance models


• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, or a related field (Master’s preferred)


• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills


• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM, or equivalent)


• Experience driving organizational change and transformation initiatives


• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills

What Sets You Apart

• A hands-on leader who can balance strategy with execution


• A passion for building high-performing, engaged teams


• A mindset focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence


• The ability to navigate ambiguity and lead through change