Director - Program Management Office (PMO)

ClearBridge Technology Group is seeking a strategic, growth-oriented Director of Project Management Office (PMO) to lead and scale the PMO within our Client Solutions division. This remote-based leadership role will oversee an established team of 2 PMO Managers and approximately 40+ Project Managers, with planned growth of 50% in 2026.The Director of PMO will be responsible for the full lifecycle of PMO leadership: governance, methodology, performance management, talent development, operational excellence, and strategic alignment with executive leadership. In addition, this leader will work closely with our largest strategic partner to drive PMO synergies, enhance execution standards, and improve overall delivery performance across organizations.This is a highly visible strategic role suited for a proven PMO leader within a Professional Services or Consulting environment.Key ResponsibilitiesPMO Strategy & LeadershipLead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of ~50+Project Managers across multiple client engagementsDefine and execute a multi-year PMO growth strategy aligned to business expansion goalsBuild scalable organizational structure to support 50% growth in 2026Establish performance metrics, accountability frameworks, and career pathing for PMO staffPartner with executive leadership to align PMO delivery with business strategy and revenue goalsPMO Governance & Operational ExcellenceDesign, implement, and continuously improve PMO governance frameworksStandardize methodologies, tools, reporting, and resource management processesEnsure consistent project intake, prioritization, capacity planning, and portfolio visibilityImplement KPIs and dashboards to measure delivery health, margin performance, and client satisfactionDrive risk management, quality assurance, and financial oversight across all engagementsGrowth & BuildoutLead hiring strategy, workforce planning, and onboarding for planned team expansionBuild scalable systems and infrastructure to support rapid growthEvaluate and implement PMO technologies and automation where appropriateDevelop repeatable playbooks for professional services delivery excellenceStrategic Partner AlignmentServe as executive liaison with ClearBridge’s largest strategic partnerAlign PMO processes, governance standards, and reporting structures across organizationsIdentify opportunities for operational synergy and improved executionDrive joint performance reviews, shared KPIs, and continuous improvement initiativesEnhance cross-organizational communication and collaborationClient Delivery & Financial OversightEnsure consistent, high-quality execution across all client engagementsMonitor project financials, margin and utilization performance, and forecasting accuracyPartner with Sales and Client Solutions leadership on scoping, resource modeling, and risk evaluationEstablish best practices for change-management and client communicationsRequired Qualifications5–10+ years of dedicated PMO leadership experienceProven experience building and scaling multiple PMOs within a Professional Services or Consulting environmentDemonstrated success leading teams of 25+ project managers in a distributed/remote environmentDeep expertise in PMO governance, portfolio management, and delivery frameworksExperience managing growth initiatives and organizational transformationStrong financial acumen including revenue forecasting, margin management, and utilization trackingExperience collaborating with strategic partners or enterprise clients at an executive levelExceptional leadership, communication, and executive presenceSalary: $175K-$225K + bonusThe posted range is an estimate, the actual compensation offer will be based on the candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications and will be in line with internal equity.We offer an excellent benefits packageClearBridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer