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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$155K - $410K *

Transform project delivery by leading a strategic PMO, aligning resources and priorities across multiple client programs while mentoring emerging leaders and driving business growth through effective...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$155K - $410K *

Drive strategic project portfolio management by overseeing multiple client programs, aligning resources, and enhancing delivery. Lead business development, mentor emerging leaders, and foster executiv...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing IT projects, collaborating with clients and teams to ensure successful delivery. Foster agile practices and document project progress while optimizing change processes to e...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $236K *

Strategize the future of project delivery by leading a dynamic PMO team. Oversee portfolio management, ensure alignment with strategic initiatives, and enhance governance standards while partnering ac...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Empower our strategic initiatives by leading high-impact projects and enhancing portfolio governance. Collaborate with executives to prioritize and deliver measurable outcomes while driving adoption a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Deliver strategic leadership for a centralized partner data management system, ensuring alignment with business priorities and enhancing user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to dri...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$104K - $199K *

Lead the charge in managing complex, cross-functional projects, ensuring successful delivery from initiation to closure. Collaborate with diverse teams to translate strategic goals into actionable pla...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining project management excellence by leading a dynamic team of project managers, overseeing strategic portfolios, and enhancing governance across cross-functional initiatives...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $105K *

Shape the future of project management excellence by leading a team of skilled project managers. Oversee high-impact portfolios while driving strategy, fostering collaboration, and promoting best prac...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform project management across the organization by establishing standardized methodologies, overseeing project execution, and ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Lead cross-departmental coll...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $190K *

Empower our Security & GRC initiatives by managing projects that ensure compliance, drive accountability, and foster collaboration across teams. Lead the project management framework to keep programs...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$76K - $120K *

Empower transformation initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure effective project delivery, risk management, and strategic execution in a dynamic, fast-paced financial servic...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead complex commercial construction projects, ensuring effective communication, cost management, and stakeholder satisfaction across all phases from initiation to closure...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Empower our team to drive cross-functional IT projects, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction. Collaborate with management to define project goals, manage resources, and enhance effici...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $105K *

Empower project success by leading cross-functional IT initiatives, managing scope, timelines, and stakeholder expectations. Drive collaboration and continuous improvement to enhance project delivery...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$175K - $225K *

Drive strategic program management excellence across a diverse client portfolio, ensuring alignment, governance, and operational execution. Lead a team of professionals to enhance client engagement an...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $225K *

Lead the charge in shaping strategic program management across a diverse client portfolio. Oversee a team of professionals to ensure excellence in execution, governance, and client engagement while dr...

Boston, MARemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive complex healthcare projects from strategy to execution, ensuring alignment across teams. Lead operational improvements and transformation initiatives while managing stakeholder relationships and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Drive project success by leading high-value telecommunications initiatives, managing risks, mentoring teams, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences across complex projects valued at $8M+...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead and scale a high-impact Program Management Office, enhancing delivery processes and aligning Research and Engineering teams amidst rapid organizational growth. Drive strategic projects while fost...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $179K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide process improvement initiatives, driving operational excellence, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Manage complex K-12 construction projects from design to completion, ensuring quality, compliance, and timely execution while collaborating with various stakeholders and providing guidance to junior s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $218K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive complex semiconductor product development from concept to production, ensuring timely delivery of milestones and alignment with business objectives...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $181K *

Drive impactful research and development initiatives by providing expert program management support, ensuring effective planning, execution, and documentation to advance critical technologies and clos...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$133K - $267K *

Unlock potential by leading technology initiatives that enhance client servicing and operational efficiency. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive modernization and improve the client experience acr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.