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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$125K - $175K *

Lead project controls initiatives by managing costs, schedules, and risks. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure project success and client satisfaction while fostering strong relationships and dri...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $175K *

Lead project controls initiatives, ensuring cost management and schedule adherence while fostering strong client relationships and delivering excellence in the execution of construction projects...

4 weeks ago

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

$150K - $175K *

Lead the charge in project controls by managing costs, schedules, and stakeholder communications effectively while fostering a collaborative team environment for optimal project success...

1 month ago

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

$150K - $175K *

Contribute to impactful projects by leading cost control, scheduling, and estimating activities. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver best value while managing risks and fostering relationships w...

1 month ago

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

$138K - $188K *

Drive your career with a strategic role leading enterprise architecture initiatives. Collaborate with executives to align technology with business goals, optimize investments, and foster innovation ac...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$138K - $188K *

Lead the charge in shaping enterprise architecture strategy and governance. Collaborate with executives to align technology investments with business goals, driving innovation and operational efficien...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$178K - $198K *

Lead and manage cloud-based IT projects, ensuring efficient delivery and adherence to specifications while optimizing infrastructure and automating deployments. Serve as the liaison between technical...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Optimize project management processes by overseeing the supply chain for owner-furnished equipment across multiple construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while fostering...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive excellence in program management by ensuring compliance, quality control, and effective execution of government contracts. Lead a team to meet qualification standards and deliver high-quality re...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead operational excellence by managing contractor services for museum operations, ensuring effective administration, visitor engagement, and financial oversight while serving as the primary liaison b...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the execution of a multi-year ERP modernization program, ensuring seamless integration of HCM and Finance transition to Oracle Fusion Cloud while supporting stakeholder coordination, governance...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $160K *

Drive change management initiatives across 7+ countries, ensuring operational, technology, and policy changes are assessed, approved, and deployed effectively. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$88K - $105K *

Champion the execution of Enterprise Architecture programs by coordinating governance operations, facilitating collaboration, and ensuring efficient reporting across teams to drive strategic alignment...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Grow your career by leading global HR process strategy and governance. Drive process excellence, optimize HR operations, and implement innovative technologies to enhance employee experience and organi...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion HR excellence by leading global process strategy and governance. Drive innovation and efficiency through technology integration, ensuring compliance and alignment with strategic goals while m...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $146K *

Lead strategic initiatives as PMO Manager, driving technology investments and governance practices to enhance project delivery and align with state objectives, while fostering collaboration and contin...

1 week ago

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

$138K - $197K *

Transform enterprise operations by leading process optimization initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance service delivery, and driving strategic change across the organization for susta...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$166K - $228K *

Oversee transformational AI projects within the Voice of Customer team, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to enhance customer experience and drive high-impact initiatives from concept t...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$166K - $228K *

Drive transformational AI projects within the Voice of Customer team, collaborating with cross-functional leaders to enhance customer experience and deliver high-impact programs globally. Shape the fu...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$166K - $228K *

Lead transformational AI projects within the Voice of Customer team, collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to enhance customer experience and drive high-impact initiatives from concept to d...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $123K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role managing complex, cross-organizational projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project success, adapt to changing conditions, and deliver innovative solu...

1 week ago

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

$171K - $202K *

Drive the creation and oversight of a risk framework that balances growth with security. Partner with cross-functional teams to implement risk strategies operationally, while conveying insights to exe...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive complex technology initiatives with strategic execution and strong stakeholder collaboration, ensuring project delivery on time and within budget while focusing on business value and navigating...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence within a dynamic healthcare environment, managing diverse teams and driving quality initiatives to enhance patient satisfaction and optimize performance throu...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading cross-functional projects, driving process improvements, and fostering collaboration to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across the organization...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.