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 *

Drive cross-functional project execution for AI infrastructure deployment, coordinating resources and managing schedules to ensure timely delivery across multiple workstreams while aligning business o...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$88K - $105K *

Drive successful project outcomes by leading cross-functional teams, managing scope, schedules, and resources effectively. Ensure alignment and transparency with stakeholders while navigating complex...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $205K *

Take ownership of a global portfolio in Services Supply Chain, driving governance, prioritization, and execution of strategic initiatives. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance operational excellence...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $188K *

Engage in strategic program management to deliver complex initiatives and drive results across technology and business teams, ensuring project governance and success in achieving organizational object...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $215K *

Architect and manage data systems to enhance data quality, governance, and security. Collaborate across teams to implement effective data management strategies and ensure compliance with legal standar...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in scientific project management, integrating complex Earth system modeling efforts across teams to ensure successful execution, risk management, and deliverable tracking in a dynamic...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to lead innovative field deployments and optimize high-impact technology for uranium remediation, collaborating across teams and engaging directly with clients in a dynamic project man...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $94K *

Drive project success by managing IT workstreams with clarity and structure. Collaborate with teams to enhance delivery processes, maintain documentation, and support Agile practices, while growing in...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of program management and cloud governance, leading multi-cloud initiatives while ensuring quality, staffing, and client relationships across diverse task areas. Collaborate with techni...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that’s dedicated to designing and coordinating dry utilities. Collaborate with clients and project teams to ensure smooth installations and approvals, maintaining high standards of custome...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Champion the management of complex nuclear decontamination projects, leading a multi-disciplinary team to ensure compliance with contract terms, optimize performance, and achieve project objectives th...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading complex federal remediation projects, coordinating teams, and ensuring project success through strong communication and technical expertise in construction and quality mana...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $190K *

Transform your career by managing large-scale federal remediation projects. Leverage your engineering expertise and leadership skills to drive project success, ensuring quality and safety while collab...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of program management excellence in a dynamic environment, leading diverse teams and driving continuous improvement across high-value projects in the Aerospace & Defense sector for a...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming enterprise communications through bespoke project management. Lead complex software implementations for Fortune 100 clients, ensuring seamless integration and stakehold...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading financial planning and performance for a major division, driving profitability through strategic forecasting, margin improvement, and cross-functional collaboration with co...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $127K *

Shape the future of customer relations by leading cross-functional teams, enhancing service quality, and driving operational improvements. Be the key liaison between customers and internal teams, ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform campus development by leading diverse projects in architecture and design. Collaborate with teams to manage budgets, schedules, and stakeholder communications, ensuring successful project de...

2 days ago

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

$195K - $215K *

Shape the future of cell therapy by leading cross-functional teams through early-phase clinical trials. Drive program strategy, manage risks, and foster collaboration to deliver innovative therapies f...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Take ownership of project management initiatives, driving operational excellence and cross-functional collaboration to enhance efficiency and deliver impactful results across diverse teams and project...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with us to lead and manage complex CMI projects, ensuring quality and budget goals are met while fostering strong client relationships and mentoring project teams in a dynamic environ...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex Construction Management and Inspection projects, ensuring quality and budget goals are met. Foster client relationships and mentor teams while navigating technical...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $175K *

Drive project success by leading diverse teams, ensuring safety, and enhancing client collaboration. Leverage your expertise in construction management to tackle challenges and foster strong relations...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $175K *

Lead and optimize project management efforts, ensuring safety and efficiency while fostering strong relationships with clients and teams. Drive strategic improvements and mentor diverse teams to achie...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

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

$125K - $175K *

Take ownership of project management for data center construction, ensuring safety, coordinating teams, and driving process improvements while fostering strong relationships with clients and stakehold...

2 weeks 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.