Director IT Project Management Office

Powers Health

$100K — $130K *
Healthcare
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Business Administration, or Healthcare Administration (Master's preferred)
  • 10+ years in IT project or program management with 5+ years in leadership, preferably in a PMO
  • Strong background in healthcare IT environments such as hospital systems or health technology organizations
  • Experience delivering large-scale initiatives like EHR implementations (e.g., Epic or Cerner)
  • Ability to manage cross-functional teams and complex project dependencies
  • Familiar with healthcare data standards (HL7, FHIR) preferred
  • Knowledge of project management methodologies with PMP certification preferred
  • Understanding of ITIL or similar service management concepts
  • Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile certification preferred

Responsibilities

  • Establish and lead an enterprise-wide IT PMO aligned with strategic healthcare priorities
  • Ensure governance and prioritization of a complex IT project portfolio
  • Cultivate relationships with executive and operational leaders to maximize technology investments
  • Drive a high-performing PMO culture emphasizing accountability and transparency
  • Advance modern project delivery methodologies and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations
  • Oversee the successful execution of IT programs supporting clinical operations and digital transformation
  • Provide strategic insight to improve patient experience and financial performance

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Wellness program with free screenings
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA)
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Life insurance
  • Disability income protection
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Fitness center discount program
  • Tuition assistance and career development
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Reward and recognition programs
Full Job Description
Job Description

The IT PMO (Project Management Office) Director is a leadership role responsible for establishing, leading, and evolving an enterprise-wide IT PMO that aligns technology initiatives with healthcare system strategic priorities. Reporting to the Senior Director of IT Operations and Applications, this role ensures the governance, prioritization, and successful execution of a complex portfolio of IT programs that support clinical operations, regulatory compliance, digital transformation, patient experience, and financial performance.

This position serves as a strategic partner to executive, clinical, and operational leaders, ensuring technology investments deliver measurable value and improved outcomes. The Director fosters a high-performing PMO culture grounded in accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement, while advancing modern delivery methodologies and maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.

Position location: Hybrid.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field required (Master's preferred)
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in IT project, program, or portfolio management with at least 5 years in a leadership role, preferably managing PMOs
  • Strong experience in healthcare IT environments (hospital systems, payers, or health technology organizations)
  • Proven track record delivering large-scale initiatives such as EHR implementations (e.g., Epic, Oracle Health/Cerner) and digital transformation programs
  • Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams, complex dependencies, and large-scale budgets
  • Familiarity with healthcare data standards (HL7, FHIR) preferred
  • Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (PMP certification preferred)
  • Thorough understanding of ITIL or similar service management concepts
  • Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile certifications preferred


We invite you to join our team of professionals where your unique talents will be well utilized in a work environment that promotes your further growth and development. In return for your valuable service and contributions, Powers Health offers a competitive wage and benefits package along with the necessary tools, resources, and mentoring opportunities to support your career advancement goals.

Our comprehensive benefits program includes, but is not limited to:
  • Medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Wellness program, including free screenings
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA)
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Life insurance
  • Disability income protection
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Fitness center discount program
  • Tuition assistance and career development
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Reward and recognition programs


Join our team of healthcare professionals at Powers Health. Apply today!

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