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 *

Join our Global Finance team as a Senior Advisor, FP&A, enhancing financial reporting, planning, and decision support for senior leaders, while driving process improvements and creating actionable ins...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $144K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence through project management, data analysis, and process improvement initiatives for Navy business operations across multiple sites, ensuring mission su...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing complex healthcare projects, guiding multi-disciplinary teams while ensuring adherence to quality standards and financial goals. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders t...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $170K *

Advance operational excellence by optimizing processes, enhancing efficiency, and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement tools and systems that improve per...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$166K - $248K *

Lead the charge in optimizing enterprise application portfolios, guiding strategy and governance to reduce complexity and costs while enhancing critical business capabilities through effective decisio...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $233K *

Shape the future of application management by leading enterprise-wide strategies to optimize, govern, and rationalize the application portfolio, ensuring alignment with business goals while reducing c...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Develop and design a seamless employee lifecycle from recruitment through performance, utilizing AI for streamlined talent management. Collaborate to enhance hiring, onboarding, and growth processes f...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the efficiency of complex engineering projects by managing costs, schedules, and deliverables. Collaborate with teams to mitigate risks, ensure compliance, and enhance performance, all while com...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $280K *

Shape the future of knowledge management! Leverage your SaaS product management expertise to innovate AI-driven solutions while collaborating with diverse teams. Drive roadmaps, understand customer ne...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize project delivery by leading multi-disciplinary teams on diverse data center and mission-critical facility projects, ensuring effective communication, budget adherence, and stakeholder engagem...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$131K - $172K *

Champion project governance across multiple initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage resources, track progress, and communicat...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$106K - $137K *

Drive project success by managing governance, schedules, and resources across multiple initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure quality deliverables while adapting to evolving priorities...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$106K - $137K *

Lead project management efforts across multiple initiatives, ensuring adherence to governance, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication while driving successful project delivery in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$122K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving project success across multiple sectors. You'll manage project governance, schedules, and resources while ensuring quality deliverables and effective communicat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Champion complex capital programs across various sectors, ensuring successful execution from planning to closeout. Build client relationships, manage risks, and mentor staff while navigating regulator...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Champion project excellence by leading the SAP S/4HANA Wave 2 upgrade, optimizing functionality, and enhancing capabilities while ensuring alignment with strategic goals and effective governance acros...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform the technology landscape by leading product strategy and development. Drive initiatives affecting both internal operations and customer experiences while collaborating with cross-functional...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the execution of complex industrial projects, ensuring budget, schedule, and quality are met. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients to drive accountability and success from preconst...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of talent management by partnering with Product and Technology leaders to design and implement a GM operating model, ensuring effective organizational strategies and people practi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $138K *

Lead and oversee the organization's project portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement project management methodologies and drive suc...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$98K - $108K *

Unlock potential by leading diverse research projects, managing timelines, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver operational solutions and support program objecti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing complex enterprise projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and strong customer relationships while leveraging AI tools for efficiency and innovation...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic team of Project Managers, ensuring successful project execution and adherence to quality standards while fostering staff development and operational excellence wi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of project management by leading a dynamic team, overseeing project execution, and ensuring adherence to quality standards while fostering staff development and collaboration across d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $176K *

Join a team that's focused on strategic project management, enhancing productivity and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project deliverables, manage schedules, and drive per...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.