Explore Director of Project Management Office (PMO) jobs for experienced leaders who align portfolios, programs, and projects with business strategy. These senior professionals establish governance, improve delivery practices, and help organizations turn strategic priorities into measurable results. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.
A Director, PMO leads the systems and teams that support consistent project and program delivery. Responsibilities may include setting portfolio priorities, defining standards and governance, monitoring budgets and risks, reporting on performance, and coordinating leaders across departments. The scope can range from overseeing a centralized PMO to guiding enterprise-wide transformation initiatives.
Employers commonly look for substantial experience in project, program, or portfolio management; strong leadership and communication skills; and the ability to manage complex initiatives across multiple teams. Useful strengths include strategic planning, financial oversight, change management, risk management, executive reporting, and familiarity with project management frameworks and tools. Requirements vary by organization and industry.
Director-level PMO roles are senior professional positions, and compensation depends on factors such as industry, company size, location, responsibilities, and experience. Browse Ladders for vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more, and compare opportunities by employer, location, and role requirements.
Search for titles such as Director of PMO, PMO Director, Director of Program Management, and Portfolio Management Director. Review each listing for the organization's delivery model, decision-making authority, portfolio size, and expectations for transformation or operational improvement. Tailor your resume to highlight measurable outcomes, executive partnership, and the scale of initiatives you have led.
Senior Project Manager, Project Management Office (PMO)
$90K - $140K *
Join a dynamic team to lead transformative projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and enhance operational ef...
5 days ago
Deputy Program Manager / PMO Lead (Senior)
$110K - $130K *
Oversee daily PMO operations, coordinating schedules, deliverables, and governance processes in a complex federal IT environment. Collaborate with leadership and stakeholders to ensure timely executio...
3 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Drive project success by leading the management, coordination, and delivery of construction projects, ensuring they meet scope, budget, and quality standards while effectively communicating with stake...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of projects by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely, on-budget delivery with robust planning and execution. Your expertise will drive communication and collaboration to ach...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in managing client projects, ensuring high-quality delivery on time and within budget while fostering excellent customer service and collaboration across teams...
Yesterday
$135K - $150K *
Manage project execution by ensuring safety, budget compliance, and quality. Lead cross-functional teams, engage with stakeholders, and drive project progress while mitigating risks and resolving conf...
4 weeks ago
$108K - $130K *
Transform the future of project delivery by leading a dynamic team of Project and Program Managers. Drive excellence, enhance team performance, and manage a diverse portfolio while ensuring adherence...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Director - Program & Project Management
$150K - $180K *
Unlock potential by leading complex, high-stakes projects while fostering cross-functional collaboration and driving strategic alignment to ensure customer success and engagement growth...
4 days ago
$105K - $120K *
Empower project success by managing documentation and ensuring compliance with standards. This role supports large-scale construction initiatives through effective document control, training, and coll...
1 week ago
$105K - $120K *
Drive excellence in document management by ensuring accuracy and compliance across project documentation. Support teams with SharePoint and PMIS, enhancing workflows and maintaining integrity in a fas...
1 week ago
Associate Director, Project Management
$120K - $135K *
Lead the charge in managing complex projects, ensuring quality and efficiency across teams. Collaborate with account and development teams to oversee timelines, budgets, and resources, driving process...
3 days ago
Associate Director, Project Management
$120K - $135K *
Lead the charge in project management, overseeing brand initiatives and guiding teams to deliver high-impact strategies. Drive operational efficiency, financial management, and team development while...
2 weeks ago
Associate Director, Project Management
$120K - $135K *
Drive impactful brand initiatives by leading project management teams, overseeing complex projects, and ensuring strategic execution across multiple channels. Elevate operational efficiency while ment...
2 weeks ago
Associate Director, Project Management
$120K - $135K *
Lead the charge in managing complex projects across multiple brands, guiding PM teams to deliver high-impact results. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to optimize workflows and drive operati...
2 weeks ago
Director, Business Capabilities
$152K - $191K *
Transform business capabilities by leading strategy and delivery oversight for Digital Technology. Collaborate across functions to align priorities, drive measurable outcomes, and enhance organization...
2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of AI integration by leading complex projects, bridging technical teams and leadership. Drive Agile methodologies, manage risks, and ensure timely deliverables in a dynamic environmen...
4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead and manage a critical phase of a large-scale AI integration program, ensuring timely deliverables and alignment with program objectives while facilitating Agile practices and collaborating with c...
4 days ago
$120K - $160K *
Engage in impactful project management by leading cross-functional teams to execute multi-domain training initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and fostering a collaborative enviro...
4 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive project success by leading a cross-functional team in managing multi-domain training and experimentation activities, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and fostering a collaborative en...
5 days ago
Director of Project Management
$160K - $200K *
Drive impactful enterprise programs across business groups, ensuring agile delivery within scope and budget. Champion AI tools, and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous im...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Director of Project Management
$150K - $180K *
Elevate enterprise-wide program delivery by leading major initiatives that enhance accountability and agility, fostering a results-driven culture and employing innovative AI tools to accelerate outcom...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Director of Project Management
$150K - $180K *
Grow your career with an influential Program Director role leading high-impact, enterprise-wide initiatives. Drive governance and delivery in a dynamic environment, optimizing workflows with AI and fo...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Director, Project Management & Resource Operations
$150K - $172K *
Drive strategic leadership for project and resource management, ensuring timely delivery and optimal resource utilization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experience and fi...
2 weeks ago
Senior Project Controls Manager
$160K - $185K *
Champion project success by leading project controls for capital projects. Leverage your expertise in cost management, scheduling, and stakeholder collaboration to drive efficiency and achieve project...
4 days ago
Project Manager, Americas PMO, Mandiant Consulting
$112K - $161K *
Elevate your career by managing complex projects that exceed client expectations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiencies and optimize processes, ensuring timely delivery and bud...
1 week ago
What is a Director, PMO?
A Director, PMO leads a project management office or portfolio function, establishing delivery standards, governance, reporting, and alignment between projects and organizational strategy.
What does a Director of PMO do day to day?
The role may involve prioritizing initiatives, reviewing progress and risks, managing budgets and resources, advising executives, improving delivery processes, and guiding PMO staff and cross-functional teams.
What qualifications are typically needed for Director, PMO jobs?
Employers typically seek extensive project or program leadership experience, strategic and financial skills, strong communication, and a record of delivering complex initiatives. Specific education, certifications, and industry experience vary by employer.
How much do Director, PMO jobs pay?
Pay varies based on location, industry, company size, experience, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.
What other job titles are similar to Director, PMO?
Related titles include PMO Director, Director of Program Management, Portfolio Management Director, Head of PMO, and Director of Project Management.