Sr Director of PMO

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Position Summary

The Senior Director of PMO is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the entire Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO), ensuring alignment between project execution and corporate strategy. This role requires a seasoned executive who has built and scaled PMOs in high-growth, complex organizations.

As a key member of the technology and business leadership team, the Senior Director will drive enterprise-wide portfolio management, optimize delivery processes, and build a culture of execution excellence. They will play a critical role in shaping organizational strategy, ensuring that initiatives maximize ROI and competitive advantage.

Candidates should be located in Eastern Time Zone or Central Time Zone (EST or CST) .

Responsibilities

• Enterprise PMO Strategy & Execution
• Define and implement a mature PMO strategy that scales with the organization’s evolving needs.
• Establish a centralized governance model for project intake, prioritization, funding, execution, and reporting.
• Partner with senior executives to align projects and programs with long-term business strategy.
• Strategic Portfolio Management
• Oversee a multi-million-dollar project portfolio, ensuring initiatives deliver measurable business value.
• Provide executive oversight for enterprise transformation projects, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.
• Develop a robust business case evaluation process, ensuring optimal investment decisions.
• Leadership & Organizational Change
• Build and lead a best-in-class PMO team, ensuring the organization has the right talent to execute strategic initiatives.
• Drive enterprise-wide change management to support adoption of new technologies, processes, and operating models.
• Serve as a key advisor to C-level executives, providing insights and recommendations to enhance operational efficiency.
• Governance, Compliance & Risk Management
• Implement enterprise-wide governance and controls, ensuring compliance with industry best practices.
• Monitor and mitigate project risks, ensuring successful delivery across all business functions.
• Own executive reporting and analytics, providing real-time visibility into project health, financials, and key metrics.
  
  

Qualifications

• Proven track record of building, scaling, and leading PMOs in large, complex organizations.
• Deep expertise in project portfolio management (PPM), strategic planning, and business transformation.
• Exceptional leadership and executive communication skills, with the ability to drive alignment at the C-suite level.
• Strong financial acumen, with experience managing multi-million-dollar project budgets.
• Expertise in Agile, SAFe, Waterfall, and Hybrid methodologies.
  
  

Education And Work Experience

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in business, management, finance, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 15 years of experience in project/program management, with at least 7 years leading enterprise PMOs.
• PMP, PgMP, or SAFe certification required.
  
  

Physical and Mental Demands

• Up to 5-10% travel required Work normal business hours and extended hours when necessary.
• Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting, for prolonged periods.
• Regular use of office equipment such as a computer/laptop and monitor computer screens.
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic as protected by applicable law. Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

Job Locations US-Remote

Posted Date 2 months ago (7/18/2025 12:59 PM)

Job ID 2025-2140

# of Openings 1

Category Project Management

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