Director PMO (Permanent/Full-Time)

CoreFactor is searching for a Director, PMO on a full time/permanent basis for a client in the GTA. This position is hybrid and will require the successful incumbent to be in the office 2 days per week. About the role: The Director of the Project Management Office (PMO) is a global strategic leadership role that is responsible for establishing, governing, evolving, and continuously improving the standards, processes, and tools by which IT programs and projects are delivered across the organization globally. The Director leads a global team of project and program management professionals, ensuring the efficient allocation of resources, consistent delivery practices, and transparent reporting of project and portfolio health. The role is accountable for driving operational excellence across the IT Project Portfolio and ensuring alignment with enterprise priorities and product development methodologies. Develop and maintain the global PMO strategy, framework, and governance model to support effective and predictable IT project delivery Define standards, tools, and methodologies for the full IT project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with both traditional and Agile/DevOps practices Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of a diverse portfolio of IT programs and projects to ensure alignment with business strategy and capacity Implement robust governance structures, including demand intake, stage gates, risk management, and performance metrics Partner with business and IT leaders to support portfolio planning, investment decision-making, and roadmap building Manage a global pool of project managers, program managers, and PMO analysts Establish financial management processes, including budget planning, work breakdown structures, forecasting, cost tracking, and project-level ROI/benefits realization Monitor and report on portfolio performance, key risks, and KPIs to senior leadership and governance bodies Integrate PMO practices with DevOps, Agile/Scrum, and product development processes to support hybrid delivery models Build and lead a high-performing team of project administrators/coordinators, project managers, program managers, and PMO analysts Develop and deliver standardized reporting on project status, progress, risks, dependencies, financials, and overall portfolio health Support executive governance forums with insights, decision-support analytics, and structured documentation Deliver clear, concise, and actionable reporting on project health, risks, and benefits realization Monitor key SDLC (Software Development Lifecycle) metrics to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and opportunities for optimization Champion change management practices to support the adoption of new technologies and processes Serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives, business leaders, and technology stakeholders Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to evolve PMO capabilities Requirements Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred 10+ years of experience in IT project and program management, with at least 5 years in a senior PMO leadership role or portfolio management functions Strong understanding of project management methodologies (PMBOK, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum, Lean) and DevOps delivery practices Proven track record of delivering global enterprise-scale PMO frameworks and digital transformation programs Demonstrated experience managing diverse global teams and complex, multi-year portfolios Proven ability to manage financials, including budgets, forecasts, and ROI analysis Superior written and verbal communication skills. Proven ability to communicate in a variety of formats and demonstrated ability to communicate with confidence in internal and external meetings and group presentation settings Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, SAFe, PMI-ACP, or equivalent are highly desirable Experience in financial analysis, investment decision making, risk assessment, and integration planning, along with financial, vendor, contract, demand and resource management Familiarity with project portfolio management (PPM) tools such as Clarity, Planview, Jira, or similar platforms Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills

Establish and govern global PMO standards, processes, and tools to ensure efficient IT project delivery and alignment with enterprise priorities. Lead a global team of project professionals while overseeing portfolio health, financial management, and operational excellence.

Requires a Bachelor's degree and over 10 years of IT project management experience, including at least 5 years in a senior PMO leadership role. Proficiency in PMBOK, Agile, and DevOps, along with strong financial and stakeholder management skills, is essential.

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• PMO Strategy
• Portfolio Management
• Governance Frameworks
• Agile/Scrum
• DevOps
• Financial Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Risk Management
• Resource Allocation
• SDLC Metrics
• Change Management
• Digital Transformation
• PPM Tools
• Budget Planning
• ROI Analysis
• Strategic Leadership

• Management & Leadership
• Technology
• Software
• Consulting
• Finance & Accounting

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

10+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Présence au bureau

2 jours par semaine