Director, PMO Jobs

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.

What Does a Director, PMO Do?

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.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

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, PMO Salary and Opportunities

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.

How to Find the Right PMO Leadership Role

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.

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$85K *

Elevate product development by managing the lifecycle from concept to deployment, ensuring alignment between stakeholders and the software team while driving agile practices and delivering scalable fe...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K *

Lead product vision and agile processes, ensuring alignment between stakeholders and development teams to deliver innovative data solutions for risk management and fleet sectors...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K *

Shape product vision and drive agile processes as you lead cross-functional teams, manage backlogs, and deliver innovative solutions in data and risk management for the fleet and insurance sectors...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K *

Lead the charge in driving product vision and agile project management, ensuring alignment between software development and business goals. Own the product lifecycle, from concept to deployment, for i...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $149K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex product development projects by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring customer satisfaction, and driving operational excellence from initiation to delivery in...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of geospatial intelligence by managing integrated program operations and enhancing efficiency across contract performance and financial oversight in support of na...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion operational excellence and growth by leading a dynamic Project Management team, driving client engagement, and enhancing service delivery across major Healthcare projects in Houston...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$108K - $158K *

Drive high-impact programs across multiple domains, ensuring alignment with enterprise goals. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to manage complex initiatives from conception to completion, leveragi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $105K *

Take ownership of project delivery, managing schedules, budgets, and client relationships while ensuring operational excellence and safety on construction sites. Collaborate with teams to drive progre...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $128K *

Transform business operations by leading engineering teams, driving strategic initiatives, and enabling data-driven decisions across multiple sites. Collaborate with leadership to manage resources, su...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $185K *

Lead the charge in managing complex IT projects within federal health. Your expertise in software, data, cloud, and cybersecurity will ensure seamless coordination, high-quality deliverables, and clie...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $94K *

Lead the charge in managing moderate complexity projects, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget while fostering strong client relationships and mitigating risks throughout the project lifec...

Sudbury, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $94K *

Deliver impactful project management by overseeing moderate complexity projects, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget while fostering strong client relationships and managing stakeholder e...

Thunder Bay, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $94K *

Deliver successful project outcomes by managing scope, budget, and timelines. Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and ensure compliance with regulations while fostering strong client...

North Bay, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $94K *

Advance your career by overseeing project delivery, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope and mitigate risks while maintaining strong client...

Orillia, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$77K - $96K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering impactful projects on time and within budget. As a Project Manager, you'll oversee moderate complexity projects, ensuring compliance and fostering strong cli...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$77K - $96K *

Elevate project delivery by managing moderate complexity initiatives, ensuring compliance and collaboration across departments. Drive success through effective communication, risk management, and budg...

Thunder Bay, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$72K - $90K *

Drive the successful delivery of diverse capital and improvement projects across commercial properties, ensuring compliance with scope, budget, and quality standards while collaborating with stakehold...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Elevate project outcomes by managing timelines, budgets, and client communications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality digital solutions while proactively addressing risks...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$151K - $217K *

Lead the establishment and scaling of a high-performing PMO, driving strategic execution and operational excellence across complex AI infrastructure projects while fostering cross-functional collabora...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $123K *

Lead impactful IT projects by ensuring timely, efficient implementation of systems and services. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive strategic eHealth initiatives while utilizing best project manag...

Sudbury, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$179K - $259K *

Lead the charge in enterprise-wide data warehousing, navigating design and development across multiple units. Drive data governance and AI initiatives while ensuring security compliance and operationa...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $170K *

Lead the charge in establishing IT business management, overseeing technology finances, vendor relationships, and investment governance to ensure strategic alignment and fiscal responsibility across t...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading the evolution of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) framework. Drive process governance, enhance operational efficiency, and partner with cross-functional teams t...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $128K *

Drive program success by leading planning, execution, and coordination within the Fire Control organization, integrating Earned Value Management and stakeholder collaboration to achieve objectives and...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Director, PMO?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Related titles include PMO Director, Director of Program Management, Portfolio Management Director, Head of PMO, and Director of Project Management.