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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$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving project success through effective management and collaboration. Oversee design projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality, adherence to budgets, and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing campus infrastructure through effective project management. Oversee all phases of planning, design, and construction, ensuring projects meet academic and rese...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $105K *

Drive impactful projects by collaborating with leaders to define goals, streamline processes, and implement solutions. Utilize data-driven methods to enhance project management capacity and ensure suc...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $110K *

Innovate by leading the Lean Business Case process, transforming ideas into validated products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to apply PDLC methodology, prioritize innovation, and drive deci...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $125K *

Drive innovation by collaborating with cross-functional teams to analyze business needs, optimize processes, and support the development of cutting-edge technology solutions from concept to deployment...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver results on time while effectively co...

Arkansas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead and drive major real estate programs across markets, ensuring operational excellence, financial performance, and strategic growth while mentoring a high-performing project management team for sus...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Develop and lead the product vision for innovative sports data experiences, driving subscriber growth and engagement through strategic partnerships and cross-functional collaboration. Help shape premi...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$159K - $265K *

Take ownership of the product strategy for a leading sports website, driving innovation and team success while collaborating across design and engineering. Lead, mentor, and develop product managers t...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Manage multiple technical projects focused on restoration and renovation. Drive business growth while ensuring client satisfaction through proactive communication and quality assurance in a collaborat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by managing diverse projects in restoration and renovation. Collaborate with a dynamic team, engage with clients, and drive business growth while ensuring quality and compliance in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by managing technical production and contracts for restoration and renovation projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance business growth while ensuring client satisfact...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$112K - $140K *

Transform your career by managing diverse projects in restoration and renovation. Lead technical production and business development while collaborating with clients and teams on impactful engineering...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$119K - $142K *

Transform the Diagnostics Group by managing multiple forensic engineering projects, focusing on restoration and rehabilitation. Leverage your expertise in structural diagnostics to drive business grow...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$106K - $126K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse structural diagnostics projects, focusing on restoration and forensic engineering while driving business development and client relationships across various sectors...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Lead major capital projects across a national multifamily portfolio, managing complex initiatives from concept to completion while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance asset performanc...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $100K *

Drive project success by managing complex medical communications initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhan...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$186K - $266K *

Transform enterprise portfolio management by leading governance, demand management, and strategic delivery oversight. Collaborate with executives to align investments with business priorities and driv...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$186K - $266K *

Lead the charge in enterprise portfolio governance and demand management, ensuring strategic technology initiatives align with business priorities. Drive transparency, accountability, and value realiz...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$186K - $266K *

Join us to lead the Enterprise Portfolio Management Office, driving strategic technology initiatives and governance. Collaborate with executives to align investments with business goals, ensuring effe...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Architect a global BI strategy to transform enterprise data into trusted reporting solutions. Lead cross-functional teams, establish standards, and drive innovation in analytics to enhance decision-ma...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive large-scale project delivery and stakeholder leadership, ensuring alignment with business strategy. Manage multiple concurrent projects, focusing on risk management, budget control, and resource...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead and enhance our analytics efforts by managing a skilled team while driving the implementation of business intelligence solutions to optimize Epic EHR usability and performance across diverse appl...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Empower strategic program delivery for Tier-1 customers, managing the full product lifecycle. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure on-time execution, mitigate risks, and drive customer success in...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in project management by coordinating teams and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results while maintaining strong client relationships and managing multiple projects simultaneo...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.