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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$101K - $123K *

Lead complex enterprise-wide projects from initiation to implementation, ensuring timely, budget-friendly, and quality delivery. Collaborate across teams to achieve strategic objectives while managing...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $160K *

Unlock potential by driving Treasury Services product strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance digital capabilities, optimize client experiences, and ensure scalable...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$78K - $118K *

Execute comprehensive administrative support for leadership in a dynamic immunology department. Manage operations, coordinate strategic initiatives, and facilitate communication to enhance departmenta...

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform eDiscovery management by driving operational excellence, ensuring timely project delivery, and enhancing workflow efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to uphold quality standards and fo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in enhancing quality and optimizing processes in supply chain and production operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficiency, safety, and compliance while supp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $131K *

Accelerate progress at enterprise-scale projects by leading client-facing IT initiatives. Drive project outcomes across scope, schedule, and budget while fostering collaboration among cross-functional...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead transformative data initiatives that drive business value and innovation. As a strategic Data Project Manager, you will bridge technical teams and stakeholders, ensuring data becomes a core drive...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock new service opportunities by leading strategic execution and cross-functional collaboration. Drive rapid market launches and enhance customer engagement through innovative program management an...

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

$85K - $150K *

Deliver exceptional program management for electronic product production, ensuring alignment with customer specifications, quality standards, and timely delivery while optimizing resources and fosteri...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$185K - $230K *

Lead the charge in driving regulatory change initiatives and operational risk transformation while fostering collaboration across departments to enhance risk management practices and governance in the...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$202K - $253K *

Drive organization design and workforce effectiveness initiatives to enhance business performance. Collaborate with senior leaders to address organizational challenges and implement transformation str...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$63K - $102K *

Oversee a dynamic clinical research infrastructure, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to support clinical investigators in grant applications and data integrity, while ensuring effective tr...

1 week ago

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

$63K - $102K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clinical research through effective management and collaboration. Oversee data integrity, support grant applications, and train staff while contributing to im...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining software quality assurance with an automation-first strategy. Lead and inspire a skilled team to ensure robust testing across firmware, compilers, and inference serving...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering enterprise-level growth programs by ensuring alignment across all functions, driving planning and execution adherence, and managing complex initiatives for timely product...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion operational excellence by leading production processes, ensuring compliance, and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance performance, develop future leaders...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the ETF Clearing business, driving strategy, product innovation, and client engagement while ensuring operational excellence and risk management. Collaborate across teams to enhance service deliv...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Champion the future of ETF Clearing by leading product strategy, enhancing client engagement, and driving operational excellence. Leverage your expertise to innovate and ensure market resiliency while...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Join us in leading the ETF Clearing business, driving strategy, product innovation, and operational excellence. You'll oversee product management, enhance client engagement, and ensure market resilien...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Champion project success by overseeing coordination, budget management, and quality assurance. Leverage your extensive experience to ensure timely completion and compliance with all regulations while...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving project excellence by leading a diverse group of Project Managers. You'll optimize resources, enhance delivery outcomes, and foster high performance across critical VA initi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead and innovate care delivery operations, ensuring exceptional patient experiences and efficient management of multiple clinics and hospital services. Collaborate with diverse teams to align activit...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $110K *

Take ownership of project execution from initiation to closure, ensuring financial success and timely delivery. Collaborate with teams, manage client expectations, control project scope, and communica...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in implementing clinical models across diverse markets, managing multiple projects from kickoff to go-live. Drive results through cross-functional collaboration and ensure compliance w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by managing and scaling a global hermetic electrical feedthrough portfolio. Drive product strategy, revenue growth, and lifecycle management across multiple industries while enhancing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.