Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: OK Oklahoma City - Oklahoma City, OK 73129Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 Salary/year
United Petroleum Transports
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title:               Project Management Office Manager
Department:   Human Resources
Location:        OKC
Reports To:    VP of People
FLSA:            Exempt
Job Objectives:
Embrace, promote and achieve the Vision, Values and Mission of the company, and to assist in meeting the Owner’s plan each year. UPT is committed to the Guiding Principles of the Responsible Care initiative and anticipates that all employees will share our commitment by conducting themselves consistent with those principles to make the industry even safer for our employees and communities.
Position Summary
The PMO Manager is responsible for establishing, leading, and optimizing the Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure all strategic initiatives and projects are aligned with business priorities and executed with discipline, consistency, and measurable results. This role will drive project governance, standardization, and accountability across the organization while partnering with executive leadership to prioritize and deliver key business initiatives.
The PMO Manager plays a critical role in enabling operational excellence, supporting cross-functional initiatives, and ensuring successful execution of enterprise-wide projects.
PMO Leadership & Governance
Establish and lead the PMO function, including project governance, methodologies, tools, and reporting standards
Define and enforce project management best practices across all departments
Develop standardized templates, processes, and workflows for project execution
Ensure alignment of all projects with company strategic goals and priorities
Project Oversight & Execution
Oversee a portfolio of projects across operations, IT, safety, finance, and other business units
Monitor project timelines, budgets, risks, and overall performance
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget
Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful outcomes
Executive Reporting & Communication
Provide regular updates and dashboards to executive leadership on project status, risks, and outcomes
Facilitate executive-level project reviews and decision-making sessions
Ensure transparency and accountability across all active initiatives
Resource & Portfolio Management
Partner with leadership to prioritize projects based on business impact and resource availability
Optimize resource allocation across projects and departments
Evaluate project ROI and ensure efficient use of company resources
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Operations, IT, HR, Safety, Finance, and Sales to drive alignment and execution
Serve as a central point of coordination for enterprise initiatives
Support change management efforts tied to major projects and business transformations
Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities to improve project execution, efficiency, and outcomes
Implement tools and systems to enhance visibility and performance tracking
Promote a culture of accountability, ownership, and results
Additional Responsibilities:
Carries out duties assigned by Vice President of People as required.
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications for Consideration:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Project Management, or related field (MBA preferred)
5+ years of experience in project management, PMO leadership, or operations leadership
Experience in transportation, logistics, or asset-based operations preferred
Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid)
Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and deliver measurable results
Key Competencies
Strategic Thinking – Aligns projects with business objectives
Execution & Accountability – Drives results and ensures follow-through
Leadership & Influence – Gains alignment across departments and leadership levels
Analytical Thinking – Uses data to drive decisions and measure success
Communication – Clearly communicates project status, risks, and outcomes
Problem Solving – Identifies issues early and drives solutions
Success Measures
Percentage of projects delivered on time and within budget
Alignment of project portfolio with company strategic goals
Reduction in project delays, cost overruns, and execution gaps
Executive satisfaction with project visibility and reporting
Improved cross-functional collaboration and execution
Physical Requirements:
Sitting for long periods of time, walking, finger dexterity, feeling, repetitive motions, and talking, hearing and visual activity.
Occasional lifting (up to 20 pounds).
Working Conditions:
Normal office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and copier/printer/scanners.
Estimated 50% travel or as deemed necessary.