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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$150K - $180K *

Champion enterprise-scale delivery by leading vulnerability management initiatives, driving program strategy, and fostering client relationships to achieve measurable risk reduction across diverse tec...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in enterprise-scale vulnerability management, driving strategy and governance while transforming technical initiatives into measurable risk reduction across diverse teams and stakehold...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $243K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical trials through strategic oversight and collaboration. Lead project management efforts globally, ensuring quality, cost, and timeline objectives are m...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform project execution by collaborating with diverse functions, ensuring aligned processes and timely delivery of critical initiatives for growth and development in a dynamic business environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $190K *

Champion security and GRC initiatives by managing project frameworks, ensuring timely delivery, and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance compliance and security practices within the organiz...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer project management excellence! Lead teams to ensure successful project delivery from ideation to completion while aligning processes with corporate objectives, optimizing stakeholder engagemen...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Optimize business performance by leading financial insights and operational strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance profitability, streamline processes, and drive measurable res...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing medium-to-large projects, ensuring they meet business objectives, timelines, and quality standards while delivering impactful results in a dynamic environment...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $164K *

Lead the charge in executing strategic projects across multiple business units, ensuring operational excellence and fostering team collaboration. Drive process optimization and champion project manage...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Lead and oversee IT project management initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget and standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate strategic goals into actionable project p...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $166K *

Drive project success by managing multiple complex initiatives, optimizing processes, and performing in-depth financial analysis. Collaborate with teams to enhance telecom expense management and ensur...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the charge in enhancing project management standards and governance across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement effective methodologies, training programs, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in enterprise project delivery, managing diverse teams and ensuring alignment across Agile and traditional methodologies for successful initiative execution and portfolio tracking...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Elevate enterprise project delivery by leading diverse teams in Agile and hybrid models. Ensure alignment with strategic goals while managing risks and enhancing reporting practices across multiple in...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Lead complex, multi-million-dollar projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while collaborating with diverse teams and clients to overcome challenges and drive innovative solutions...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of complex projects by leading multi-million-dollar initiatives from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction while fostering...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $121K *

Shape the future of project management by leading enterprise initiatives, establishing standards, and ensuring effective execution of organizational priorities in a remote setting...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead and inspire a team of project managers to deliver complex IT projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and stakeholder needs. Drive operational excellence and foster relationships to enha...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading diverse consulting services for government departments. You’ll synchronize project activities, ensure quality, and maintain strong stakeholder communication for effectiv...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$101K - $126K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic goals. Collaborate across departments, manage risks, and mentor others while leveraging best practic...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Elevate project success by leading software implementations in a dynamic SaaS environment. Manage multiple projects, foster collaboration, and drive results while ensuring alignment with client expect...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$205K - $235K *

Join a team that's transforming project management across technology initiatives. Lead the development of an AI-native delivery platform, enhance governance, and drive accountability while mentoring P...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for overseeing construction activities, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. This role involves managing client relationships...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Transform enterprise technology strategy by leading IT teams and initiatives across ERP, eCommerce, and infrastructure. Drive modernization efforts, ensure compliance, and enhance service delivery whi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Drive project excellence in data center operations through effective lifecycle management, ensuring safety, quality, and fiscal responsibility while fostering cross-functional collaboration and innova...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.