Director, PMO - Pharma

Clutch; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Clutch is looking for an experienced Director/Sr. Director of Project Management to lead the Project Management Office in Boston, MA. This remote role involves overseeing strategic initiatives, managing large-scale integrations, and implementing standardized methodologies. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in PMO leadership and stakeholder management, with a strong ability to communicate with C-suite executives. The position requires travel and must be open to starting by mid-May.

Qualifications

• Proven track record at the Director or Sr. Director level leading a PMO.
• Extensive experience managing large-scale integrations and organizational transformations.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills with experience reporting to C-suite executives.
• Ability to translate high-level business strategy into actionable project roadmaps.
• Must be open to travel as required by project milestones.
• Must be based on the East Coast and able to start by mid-May.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Project Management Office (PMO) for strategic initiatives.
• Drive complex integration projects and manage their lifecycle.
• Develop and implement project management methodologies and governance models.
• Act as a key strategic partner to executive leadership.
• Manage resource allocation and budgets for high-stakes projects.
• Mentor project management teams to foster a culture of excellence.

Skills

Leadership in PMO

Integration Expertise

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Vision

Communication

Job description

Role: Director / Sr. Director of Project Management

Location: Boston, MA (Must be located in and authorized to work in the US)

Hybrid/On-site/Remote: Remote / Travel Required

Clutch is looking for an experienced Director of Project Management for a client of ours. This is a long‑term contract engagement expected to run through the end of 2026 and likely into 2027. We are seeking a strategic leader with deep expertise in PMO leadership and integration to drive complex, large‑scale initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Project Management Office (PMO), ensuring all strategic initiatives are executed with consistency, high quality, and in alignment with business goals.
• Drive complex integration projects, managing the end‑to‑end lifecycle of post‑merger or departmental integrations.
• Develop and implement standardized project management methodologies, frameworks, and governance models.
• Act as a key strategic partner to executive leadership, providing transparent reporting on project health, risks, and ROI.
• Manage resource allocation and budgets for high‑stakes projects, ensuring optimal efficiency and delivery.
• Mentor and scale project management teams, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
• Navigate and resolve complex roadblocks across cross‑functional departments.

Qualifications

• Experience: Proven track record at the Director or Sr. Director level leading a PMO.
• Integration Expertise: Extensive experience managing large‑scale integrations and organizational transformations.
• Location: Must be based on the East Coast.
• Mobility: Must be open to travel as required by project milestones.
• Strategic Vision: Ability to translate high‑level business strategy into actionable project roadmaps.
• Communication: Exceptional stakeholder management skills with experience reporting to C‑suite executives.
• Availability: Must be able to start by mid‑May.