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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$110K - $130K *

Optimize project management practices and governance for the US Capitol Police. Lead initiatives to enhance PMO standards, improve portfolio performance, and foster collaboration across teams, ensurin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in enterprise transformation, driving modernization and governance initiatives. Collaborate with leaders to optimize business processes, ensure strategic alignment, and deliver sustain...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Drive impactful change by optimizing product operations through collaborative process design, ensuring alignment and efficiency while fostering innovation and simplification across complex product tea...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Lead program management efforts, ensuring effective oversight and communication between government and contractor teams. Drive project success through strategic planning, quality management, and finan...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $134K *

Transform project delivery excellence by leading cross-functional processes and governance. Drive continuous improvement in product development and change management while mentoring teams and ensuring...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $145K *

Shape the future of employee engagement by leading initiatives that enhance organizational culture and drive retention. Collaborate with leadership to implement strategies that foster a productive and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform business challenges into actionable product solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Drive product delivery, define requirements, and enhance fraud prevention and compliance c...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing cross-functional programs that enhance AI data quality and evaluation. Collaborate with diverse teams to translate product needs into actionable plans, ensuring efficient d...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $195K *

Champion growth by leading complex commercial operations projects, driving sales transformation initiatives, and collaborating across global teams to enhance organizational effectiveness and achieve s...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Advance project execution by coordinating firmware integration efforts, managing schedules, and facilitating cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely product development and operational efficie...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Empower project success by leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results. Manage timelines, scope, and stakeholder communication while ensuring alignment and addressing risks across m...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead project teams in executing capital projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve project goals and manage ris...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Drive the execution of automotive connector projects by leading global, cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, quality, and customer satisfaction while managing project scope and financial...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing global CAD/eCAD upgrade projects, ensuring timely delivery and execution across diverse teams. Cultivate governance practices, manage dependencies, and enhance reporting to...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that's leading innovative product development projects in Industrial Automation. Drive cross-functional collaboration, manage customer relationships, and deliver quality solutions on time...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Drive project success by managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder communication, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and effective risk management throughout project execution...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $112K *

Oversee program management for product lines, ensuring on-time delivery, quality, and financial performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive execution and mitigate risks effect...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $134K *

Lead the charge in overseeing cross-functional projects, ensuring alignment with stakeholders, driving execution, and delivering metrics. Supervise teams, manage resources, and enhance service deliver...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive impactful infrastructure programs by leading multidisciplinary teams, advising clients on technical and regulatory aspects, and ensuring successful execution through strategic planning and risk...

1 week ago

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

$133K - $208K *

Transform product development by leveraging your scientific expertise in chromatography and spectroscopy. Lead cross-functional teams to drive innovation and growth within a dynamic environment, ensur...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $148K *

Transform campus infrastructure by managing capital projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery while balancing budgetary constraints and regulatory requirements, and promoting sus...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $148K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee capital projects from conception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget while promoting sustainable practices and compliance with design re...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate construction outcomes by managing heavy civil projects from planning to delivery. Lead teams, control budgets, and ensure safety compliance. Drive progress through effective communication, pro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K *

Lead enterprise-wide financial planning and analysis, driving insights for operational excellence and strategic growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and improve f...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence and strategic initiatives across business functions. Collaborate with senior leadership to influence corporate development and enhance organizational...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.