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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$90K - $115K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of commercial electrical projects, managing everything from estimates to execution. You'll oversee multiple crews and ensure project compliance, quality, and safety...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Join us to drive strategic IT initiatives, overseeing complex programs and leading a talented team. Shape portfolio strategy and governance while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and effic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Champion M&A project management by leading financial transactions, ensuring strategic alignment, and driving execution across multidisciplinary teams to meet deadlines and objectives effectively...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$145K - $175K *

Lead project execution and delivery for complex telecommunications initiatives, managing multi-disciplinary teams and ensuring compliance with DoD standards while serving as the primary government lia...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Transform global finance processes by defining and standardizing R2R and O2C workflows. Collaborate with leaders and partners to ensure best-in-class service delivery, governance, and continuous impro...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Champion project success by managing design-build initiatives from inception to closeout, contributing to multimillion-dollar projects with a focus on collaboration, safety, and quality. Drive efficie...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead complex design-build projects by coordinating diverse teams, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards, while fostering strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to achieve success...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$90K - $133K *

Execute high-stakes construction projects from inception to closeout. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on multimillion-dollar design-build projects, ensuring quality and safety, while driving e...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Drive project success by leading design-build initiatives, coordinating teams, managing budgets, and ensuring quality control throughout project lifecycles. Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve ti...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in Navy program management. Lead crucial technology initiatives, overseeing program planning and execution, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and deliverin...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's leading complex technology initiatives in market regulation. Manage projects that enhance real-time trade surveillance solutions, ensuring timely delivery and collaboration across s...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at managing diverse projects and leading teams, while fostering client relationships and maintaining operational excellence. This role focuses on hydropower systems and project man...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic initiatives and manage program delivery to drive growth and partnerships. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance Ontario's innovation ecosystem while fostering a positive team environ...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Transform project delivery by leading IT initiatives across finance, maintenance, and HR systems. Oversee planning, execution, and support, ensuring alignment with best practices while managing cross...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$176K - $208K *

Pioneer the vision and execution of a dynamic PMO, ensuring governance and standards enhance program delivery across a diverse portfolio while fostering collaboration and accountability among leaders...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$165K - $183K *

Join a dynamic team to lead global project management initiatives, ensuring high-quality delivery and fostering collaboration across diverse teams. Drive innovative strategies and maintain client rela...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $215K *

Pioneer innovative accounting strategies while leading enterprise-wide initiatives. Engage with senior stakeholders to drive financial governance and enhance compensation program accuracy, ensuring co...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in optimizing top-of-funnel marketing operations, driving measurable pipeline growth through strategic planning, data governance, and team leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Champion project success by leading teams, solving client issues, and managing multiple projects with independence. Drive quality assurance initiatives and deliver key insights to clients while foster...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading multidisciplinary projects, coordinating teams, and managing client relationships to ensure high-quality delivery and efficiency across complex engineering initiatives...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $130K *

Grow and lead complex multidisciplinary projects from initiation to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams and clients to deliver high-quality results while managing budgets, schedules, and relati...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise portfolio management and project delivery. Drive strategic alignment, enhance governance, and ensure measurable outcomes while fostering a high-performing team i...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $120K *

Elevate architectural innovation by leading project teams, managing client relationships, and delivering creative solutions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure projects meet quality stand...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of project management by leading complex, integrated technology initiatives. Manage end-to-end project lifecycles, ensuring timely delivery within standards of quality, performance, a...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic analytics team to transform data into strategic insights. Collaborate across functions to drive impactful marketing decisions and innovate measurement methodol...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

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.