A Director of Project Management provides strategic direction for projects within a business or large organization. May oversee the work of project managers or manage organization-wide projects. Oversees and coordinates the resources needed for projects with a defined scope, start and completion point.
320033 Special Instructions Summary This is a limited term position, initially funded through 6/30/2028. As such, discontinuation of this position will not be subject to the Reduction in Force (RIF) policy. Department
FINANCIAL ENTERPRISE ENGAGEMEN
(UA-FEE-IUBLA) Job Summary The Director, Project Management - Financial Enterprise Engagement will support the Associate Vice President Financial Enterprise Engagement in leading and implementing Project Horizon, the Indiana University Financial Transformation Initiative. Project Horizon is the initiative to modernize IU's overall financial operations and systems to align them with the needs of a multi-billion dollar, public higher education institution with multiple R1 campuses. The goal of the initiative is to create a culture of fiscal responsibility and accountability to ensure the financial health and strength of IU now and in the future. This position is housed within the VPCFO organization and reports directly to the Associate Vice President of Financial Enterprise Engagement. Department-Specific Responsibilities Directs the day-to-day execution and delivery of Project Horizon initiatives across University Administration (UA) and all IU campuses, balancing complex academic calendar constraints with project milestones. Leads finance working groups and process workshops in partnership with external consultants and IUHR focused on future organizational design, workstream planning, talent assessment, and benefit/cost-saving evaluations. Serves as the primary liaison between campus leaders, UA units, and external consulting partners; build strong relationships to influence alignment and drive decision-making across academic and administrative teams. Facilitates project committees, working groups, and vendor teams to maintain cross-institutional buy-in, while providing regular progress updates and key decision support to Executive Management and the Core Team. Partner sclosely with Organizational Change Management (OCM) and Communications teams to integrate change management, university-wide messaging, and training plans into overall project rollouts. Manages comprehensive communication streams across all institutional levels to ensure full transparency around project goals, progress, and operational impact. General Responsibilities Provides highest level of operational leadership and coordination of assigned staff members to define project management methodologies and standards; provides direction and guidance on high priority project management projects/initiatives. Establishes short-term business plans and long-term operational objectives, including managing project timelines/deliverables and developing resource plans for multi-project/multi-phase web project management initiatives. Manages projects to ensure on-time completion according to specifications and within budgeted costs. Conducts a variety of personnel actions to include, but not limited to hiring, promotion, performance management, and dismissal. Manages high level assignments and allocation of technical resources, including negotiating and coordinating initiatives that involve staff in other departments/areas/teams; may coordinate large-scale web projects with wide audiences. Makes budgetary recommendations/proposals based on resource needs and ensures cost containment. Works collaboratively with other project management leaders across departments in recommending standards, best practices, and related policies/procedures. Prepares management reports and summaries for senior administration, executive, steering and advisory committees; acts as advisor to executive committees; serves on various university committees, communities of practice, and task forces related to project management. Qualifications Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required Bachelor's degree in related field. Preferred Advanced degree (MBA, or related discipline)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required 4 years of relevant experience. 1 year of management experience. Preferred 10 years Project Management field experience, finance, compliance, audit, operational planning, or related experience. Proven excellence in project management, marketing and communications strategy around financial operations and management, and strategic financial planning. Proven excellence in organizational and change management. Higher education, public sector, or governmental organization experience strongly.
LICENCES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Preferred Project Management Professional (PMP) Upon Date of Hire SKILLS Required Ability to lead/manage others Proficient written and verbal communication skills. Maintains a high degree of professionalism Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion Demonstrated project management skills. Excellent organizational skills. Instills commitment to organizational goals. Ability to work within tight time frames and meet strict deadlines. Effective interpersonal skills. Builds and manages effective teams. Preferred Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision-making skills. Effective conflict management skills. Ability to lead and influence without authority. Effective leadership skills. Ability to represent the company with external constituents. Excellent facilitation, collaboration, and negotiation abilities. Proficiency in project management frameworks (Agile, Waterfall) and tools such as Asana, Smartsheet, Basecamp, or MS Project. Working Conditions / Demands This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation. Work Location Bloomington, Indiana or Indianapolis, Indiana Advertised Salary $140,000 - $150,00 annually, depending upon qualifications Benefits Overview For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental insurance Health savings account with generous IU contributions Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts Basic group life insurance paid by IU Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year Generous paid time off plans Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events Employee assistance program (EAP) Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure .
Job Classification Career Level:
Sr.
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Project Management Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework. Equal Employment Opportunity Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information .
