Senior Project Manager

Job Title
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Senior Project Manager

Department
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Sales Management

Location
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Sudbury, MA

Methods Machine Tools supplies high-quality, high-precision machine tools and automation solutions, and designs integrated custom machining processes and systems. Headquartered in Sudbury, Mass., and in operation since 1958, Methods provides an end-to-end portfolio of best-in-class products, engineering, service, parts, training, and integration. Methods has more than 300 employees, seven technology centers, one high precision machining center, and has installed in excess of 45,000 machines throughout North America.

Methods Machine Tools supplies high-quality, high-precision machine tools and automation solutions, and designs integrated custom machining processes and systems. Headquartered in Sudbury, Mass., and in operation since 1958, Methods provides an end-to-end portfolio of best-in-class products, engineering, service, parts, training, and integration. Methods has more than 300 employees, seven technology centers, one high precision machining center, and has installed in excess of 45,000 machines throughout North America.

We currently have the following career opportunity available reporting into our national headquarters in Sudbury, MA.

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for planning, leading, and delivering complex, cross-functional projects that support Methods Machine Tools’ strategic objectives. Reporting to the Senior Director of the Program Management Office (PMO), this role manages projects from initiation through completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with business goals.

A primary responsibility of this position is leading the New Product Introduction (NPI) process for machines, automation, accessories, and product options by partnering closely with Engineering, Product Management, Operations, Service, Sales, and OEM partners to successfully launch new products. The Senior Project Manager also promotes PMO best practices and mentors project managers as needed.

• A long history of stability and growth
• Excellent compensation
• Medical / 401(k) / Vacation / Sick / Holiday Pay/Tuition Assistance

• Lead the full lifecycle of strategic and operational projects from initiation through closeout.
• Develop project charters, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and deliverables using established PMO methodologies.
• Provide regular project updates to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Drive accountability and resolve issues to keep projects on track.

• Lead the end-to-end NPI process for machines, automation, accessories, and product options.
• Partner with Engineering, Product Management, Sales, Service, Supply Chain, Finance, Marketing, and OEM partners to ensure successful product launches.
• Coordinate project milestones including design reviews, prototype builds, pilot installations, launch readiness, documentation, training, pricing, and service preparedness.
• Maintain standardized NPI processes, stage gates, and project documentation.
• Track project performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

• Lead cross-functional project teams while fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Build strong relationships with project sponsors, business leaders, and functional teams.
• Identify project risks, develop mitigation plans, and accelerate critical issues when necessary.
• Facilitate project meetings, executive reviews, and decision-making sessions.

• Ensure consistent use of PMO standards, tools, and best practices.
• Support portfolio reviews, project audits, and lessons learned activities.
• Mentor project managers and contribute to the continuous improvement of PMO processes.

• Successful delivery of projects on time, within budget, and within scope.
• Effective execution of new product launches.
• High stakeholder satisfaction.
• Strong risk management and issue resolution.
• Consistent application of PMO standards and achievement of business objectives.