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.
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.
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-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.
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.
$105K - $158K *
Lead the charge in managing complex civic projects, overseeing teams, budgets, and client relations. Drive project success through effective communication, strategic planning, and mentorship, ensuring...
2 days ago
$132K - $204K *
Lead and manage complex healthcare projects, ensuring quality and profitability while mentoring teams. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver innovative design solutions and maintain pro...
2 days ago
$132K - $197K *
Elevate your career by leading complex PreK-12 projects, managing teams, and ensuring high-quality design. Drive project success through effective communication, budgeting, and client engagement while...
2 days ago
$105K - $158K *
Lead and manage complex healthcare projects, ensuring quality and profitability while mentoring teams. Drive sustainable design, maintain client relationships, and oversee all project phases with stro...
2 days ago
$135K - $160K *
Join a team that's driving the execution of complex, enterprise-level programs. Lead cross-functional integration, ensuring alignment with cost, schedule, and performance targets while fostering a cul...
1 week ago
Director - IT Product Solutions
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in driving strategic technology initiatives by managing a team of business analysts, ensuring effective project execution, and fostering collaboration across departments to enhance org...
3 weeks ago
Manager PMO and Demand Management, Technology & Digital, FT, 8:30A - 5P
$147K - $191K *
Partner with us to lead portfolio management and demand governance, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities. Drive continuous improvement in PMO processes while managing resources and enhancing d...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's redefining project management in the oil and gas sector. Lead complex environmental projects, ensuring quality delivery and fostering client relationships while mentoring a dedicate...
1 week ago
Technical Project Management, Senior Advisor
$146K - $234K *
Join us in driving strategic plans and managing advanced tech projects, ensuring oversight and alignment with corporate goals. Leverage your communications and analytical skills to support leadership...
Reposted 1 month ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to lead and manage multiple large-scale projects, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to deliver innovative software solutions in a global legal environment. Drive project succ...
3 weeks ago
Senior Director, Enterprise Technology Office
$160K - $190K *
Join us in leading the Enterprise Technology Office, where you'll drive IT strategy, governance, and performance management to deliver business value and enhance organizational effectiveness across th...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $115K *
Elevate project success by managing multi-disciplinary teams to ensure on-time delivery, contract compliance, and customer satisfaction in a dynamic engineering environment. Drive profitability and fo...
1 week ago
$75K - $113K *
Champion operational readiness and long-term sustainment of aircraft platforms by coordinating cross-functional activities, supporting proposal development, and managing risk to deliver mission-ready...
1 week ago
Executive Director, Design and Project Management
$150K - $180K *
Transform urban spaces by leading design and construction projects across City properties. Oversee project teams, manage budgets, and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure successful execution of age...
4 days ago
Project Manager, Strategic Communications
$130K - $155K *
Lead the charge in managing a multidisciplinary communications team, ensuring seamless execution from concept to delivery. Your strategic vision and leadership will enhance productivity while aligning...
3 weeks ago
Manager, Client Delivery Experience (CDE PMO) - Remote
$105K - $163K *
Champion client success by leading project teams to deliver high-quality card processing solutions. Drive enhancements, manage complex implementations, and ensure client satisfaction through effective...
3 weeks ago
Associate Director - Technology Practice
$90K - $100K *
Champion excellence in executive search by leading market mapping, building strong candidate pipelines, and conducting first-round interviews in a collaborative team environment. Your contributions dr...
Reposted 1 month ago
Implementation Project Manager
$90K - $110K *
Champion client success by leading complex implementations, managing risks, and ensuring operational readiness. Collaborate with executive stakeholders to deliver projects on time while maintaining hi...
Reposted 3 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Champion the delivery of technology projects, focusing on eCommerce and agile methodologies. Oversee planning, execution, and stakeholder collaboration to ensure timely, high-quality project outcomes...
1 week ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead project controls services for major capital programs, ensuring strategic oversight of cost, schedule, and risk management. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance project delivery and...
2 weeks ago
Lead Project Manager, Workplace Operations
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in managing workplace design and construction projects, ensuring operational readiness and accountability across multiple sites while optimizing budgets and vendor performance for succ...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $135K *
Lead the planning and execution of residential construction projects, managing budgets and schedules while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure high-quality outcomes for Columbia's housing portf...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Oversee daily operations and performance of a key Government program, ensuring compliance, quality control, and effective workforce management across multiple locations. Engage with stakeholders to dr...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Oversee daily operations and performance of the H2F program, ensuring compliance and quality control while managing a geographically dispersed team and coordinating with Government stakeholders to ach...
3 weeks ago
Senior Director, Enterprise Applications
$160K - $190K *
Lead the charge in transforming enterprise applications to enhance global distribution efficiency. Drive strategy, modernization, and performance across ERP, CRM, and fulfillment platforms while foste...
3 days ago
What is a Director, PMO?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Related titles include PMO Director, Director of Program Management, Portfolio Management Director, Head of PMO, and Director of Project Management.