WHO WE ARE:

Douglas Dynamics is North America’s premier manufacturer and upfitter of work truck attachments and equipment. Our belief is that our employees and culture are just as important to the company as serving our customers. We place a high value on building a team and working environment where individuals can succeed professionally and personally. As a team member at Douglas Dynamics, you can expect to make a difference through your work, to have a direct impact on the achievement of a very meaningful mission to serve our customers, to advance your career, and to have room for fun and fulfillment in your daily life.

We would love to have you join our team, where we offer top notch benefits, multiple avenues for advancement and a great working environment.

HOW WE DO IT:

Grow, Improve, and Engage is our focus as an organization to ensure we succeed by executing the right things. These are our Core Values and are How We Win in the marketplace. The Winning Behaviors are what each Douglas Dynamics employee does to support the success of our company. They are the expectations of all of us to help ensure we focus on winning as an organization the right way! Our Winning Behaviors are:

• Be Customer & Results Driven
• Anticipate the Possibilities
• Collaborate & Care
• Communicate Responsibly
• Develop Self & Others
• Get Better Every Day

We are seeking a Project Management Office Manager.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE:

The PMO Program Manager reports directly to the V.P. of Engineering and oversees the project and program portfolio for the Commercial Snow and Ice division of Douglas Dynamics.

This role establishes best practices, optimizes project management processes, and ensures alignment with business goals. The Manager serves as a key liaison between executive leadership and cross-functional teams, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

• A fulfilling career with the ability to contribute to an Industry leader
• A comprehensive suite of benefits
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• A generous 401k match
• Profit sharing for all full-time employees

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of project managers responsible for new product development initiatives
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the PMO and project teams
• Establish and continuously improve project management methodologies, tools, and processes
• Drive strategic planning and process improvements to enhance the overall effectiveness of the project management function.
• Assist the Product Management Team on project portfolio management, ensuring alignment with business priorities and resource availability.
• Oversee the weekly/monthly project reporting and gate reviews for the entire portfolio
• Monitor project performance metrics and implement strategies to improve efficiency, risk management, and on-time delivery.
• Develop NPD/PM metrics and reporting formats to accurately show project maturity and performance
• Provide executive-level reporting on project progress, key milestones, and potential risks
• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale and higher risk new product development projects.
• May lead large-scale or higher risk product improvement projects, manufacturing projects, or other non-NPD projects.

WHAT THIS ROLE NEEDS:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or a related field required. MBA desired.

Experience and/or Training:

• 7+ years of project management experience; at least 3 years in a leadership or management role
• Experience in durable goods development and manufacturing preferred
• Strong background in new product development, product lifecycle management, and cross-functional team leadership
• Proven ability to develop and implement process improvements and governance frameworks
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Licenses/Certificates:

• CAPM Certification required; PMP Certification desired; Agile related certifications desired

Technology/Equipment:

• MS Office, Office 365, and Teams proficient
• Experience with Project and Portfolio Management Software preferred

Our focus on integrity, teamwork, and high performance creates an ideal work environment for every one of our employees.

We offer competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Discover our opportunities and come see all the ways you can do more at Douglas Dynamics.

Don’t meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women, communities of color and historically underrepresented talent are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Douglas Dynamics we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Douglas Dynamics, LLC does not discriminate against qualified applicants in hiring based on race, color, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.