Director – PMO or Program Director

TEEMA; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global digital product development firm is seeking an experienced Director PMO responsible for managing large-scale engagements and leading cross-functional teams. The role requires strong expertise in program management, team leadership, and client communication to drive efficiency and excellence. Ideal candidates will have over 15 years of experience, with a significant focus on managing complex technology programs and offshore teams.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of overall experience with 8+ years in managing complex technology engagements.
• Strong background in running PMOs and delivering large-scale programs.
• Proven track record in managing large offshore teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage large-scale engagements with cross-functional teams.
• Lead programs across project management, product management, and development.
• Deliver executive presentations to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Change Management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Our client is a leading global digital product development firm. Their focus is digital product engineering solutions for F500 companies and global brands. They specialize in building customized business apps that allow organizations and enterprises to improve their efficiency, collaboration and user experience. Based in Toronto with offices in the U.S. and India, they work with clients around the world. They are seeking an experienced hands-on Director PMO and will consider Associate Program Directors or Sr Program Managers to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing large-scale, complex engagements, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring the successful delivery of projects. Your expertise in program management, team leadership, and client communication will play a vital role in driving excellence and strengthening their reputation for delivering world-class technology solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee large-scale engagements involving onshore and offshore teams of 200–500 professionals.
• Lead and execute programs across diverse functions including project management, product management, development, architecture, QA, DevOps, and shared services, spanning multiple streams, applications, and platforms.
• Drive offshore transitions and manage large-scale engagements, particularly with Indian offshore development centers.
• Deliver executive-level presentations and lead steering committee meetings with CIOs, CTOs, VPs of Engineering, and other senior stakeholders.
• Establish and operate Project Management Offices (PMOs), leveraging program management expertise to drive efficiency and excellence.
• Ensure accountability for project delivery by maintaining optimal team structures, aligning required skill sets, and fostering workforce upskilling.
• Achieve success against defined Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including budget, resource allocation, and quality targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 15+ years of overall experience, including at least 8 years managing complex technology engagements and programs.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee cross-functional teams across project management, development, architecture, QA, and DevOps.
• Proven track record of managing large offshore teams, with strong experience in Indian offshore development centers.
• Strong background in running PMOs and delivering large-scale programs successfully.
• Expertise in Stakeholder Management, Risk Management, and Change Management.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills with the ability to influence and engage senior executives.
• PMP or PgMP certification preferred.
• Strong sense of accountability for delivery and outcomes.
• Ability to maintain optimal team structures with the right skill mix.
• Commitment to upskilling teams and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Dedication to delivering projects within agreed-upon budgets, timelines, and quality standards.

Salary/Compensation

Salary/Rate Range: $160,000 – $190,000

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. If you are selected to move forward in the process, we will contact you directly. If you do not hear from us, we encourage you to continue visiting our website for other roles that may be a good fit.

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