Director, Project Management (Capital Projects PMO & Design Governance)

Walmart; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

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Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Walmart Inc. in Bentonville, AR is seeking a strategic Director of Project Management to lead the Capital Projects PMO and Design Governance. This role provides portfolio governance across the U.S.

capital portfolio, partnering with Finance and Design to drive accountability, scheduling, and budget controls. You will oversee cross‑functional teams, manage external partners, and report to executives on risk, scope, and milestones while aligning with Walmart’s workplace strategy and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science, or related field and 5 years' experience OR 7 years' experience in related area.
• 3 years' supervisory experience.
• 4 years' project management experience.
• Financial acumen overseeing $50M+ capital budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the centralized Corporate Real Estate Capital Projects PMO, providing governance across the U.S. capital portfolio.
• Establish project and portfolio governance across intake, stage gates, controls, reporting, decisions, escalations, risks, dependencies, scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Partner with Finance on capital planning, forecasting, approvals, and financial reporting.
• Lead design governance, including feasibility, Design Forum, standards, reviews, approvals, exceptions, and early‑stage design activities.
• Steward cross‑functional projects through execution, driving alignment and accountability across Design, Construction, and business partners.
• Manage external project, architecture, design, engineering, and consulting partners; communicate portfolio status, risks, and decisions to executive stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Governance

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science, or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Director, Project Management (Capital Projects PMO & Design Governance)

Bentonville, AR

Director, Project Management (Capital Projects PMO & Design Governance)

806 Excellence Dr
Bentonville, AR 72716-0000

R-2689094

$90,000 - $180,000/yr

Regular/ Permanent

Position Summary...

AreyoulookingforanopportunitytojoinFortune#1andplayakeyroleinadvancingWalmart’sWinningWorkplacestrategy?WeareseekinganexperiencedandstrategicDirectortoleadtheCapitalProjectsPMO&DesignGovernancewithinCorporateRealEstate. Thisrolewillprovideportfolio-levelgovernanceandoversightacrosscapitalprojects,establishingconsistentprocesses,visibility,andaccountabilityfromprojectintakethroughexecution.TheDirectorwillalsoleaddesigngovernancewithinthePMO,partneringwithDesign,Construction,Finance,andotherstakeholderstostewardprojectsthroughdesigndevelopment,approvals,anddelivery. About the team: The Corporate Real Estate team delivers workplace experiences and environments that support Walmart’s associates and business goals. Collaborating with cross-functional partners and external stakeholders, the team manages a dynamic portfolio of spaces, drives transformative projects, and establishes workplace standards enterprise-wide. Through initiatives like Walmart’s New Home Office, the team shapes the future of workplaces by creating connected, flexible environments that foster collaboration, innovation, and growth. This team values strong project management, leadership, business strategies, resource management, and effective communication to achieve impactful results aligned with Walmart’s objectives.

What you'll do...

• Lead the centralized Corporate Real Estate Capital Projects PMO, providing governance and oversight across the U.S. capital portfolio.
• Establish project and portfolio governance across intake, stage gates, controls, reporting, decisions, escalations, risks, dependencies, scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Partner with Finance on capital planning, forecasting, approvals, and financial reporting.
• Lead design governance, including feasibility, Design Forum, standards, reviews, approvals, exceptions, and early‑stage design activities.
• Steward cross‑functional projects through execution, driving alignment and accountability across Design, Construction, and business partners.
• Manage external project, architecture, design, engineering, and consulting partners; communicate portfolio status, risks, and decisions to executive stakeholders.

What you'll bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Design, Urban Planning, Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, Real Estate, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in corporate real estate, workplace strategy, design, architecture, construction, capital project delivery, program management, or a related field.
• Proven experience leading complex, multi‑site capital programs and PMOs in large, matrixed organizations, including governance, controls, reporting, and executive decision support.
• Financial acumen overseeing $50M+ capital budgets.
• Strong design fluency across architecture, workplace design, feasibility, standards, reviews, and external partners.
• Ability to balance design intent, user experience, constructability, scope, cost, schedule, and standards while influencing decisions, driving accountability, and managing stakeholders.
  At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance‑based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company‑paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short‑term and long‑term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart‑paid education benefit program for full‑time and part‑time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short‑form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science, or related field and 5 years' experience in business, operations, analytics, or related area OR 7 years' experience in business, operations, analytics, or related area.
3 years' supervisory experience.
4 years' project management experience.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Managing small or medium scale change initiatives, Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, or related field, Project Management Certification, Six Sigma certification

Primary Location...

806 Excellence Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Walmart is committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

Benefits you'll enjoy

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Walmart associates are eligible for a 10% discount card on most regular‑priced items and fresh produce in‑store and on select items at Walmart.com. Eligible after 90 days of employment.

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100% covered

Earn a degree or in‑demand skills certificates with no debt- Walmart covers 100% of tuition and books. Live Better U offers 60+ programs for Associates to pursue their dreams.

Ready to grow your career? Walmart Academy offers job‑specific retail training and leadership courses to help Associates reach their career goals.

Medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs for you and your family

Access mental health resources and assistance programs for life's challenges

Training, leadership programs, and clear paths to advance.

Imagine a workplace surrounded by innovation. At Walmart’s new Home Office in Bentonville, Arkansas, we’re redefining what it means to work at a global leader.

Set on 350 acres of thoughtfully revitalized land, our new campus seamlessly integrates the charm of Northwest Arkansas with cutting edge design and technology. From biking trails and outdoor courtyards to flexible, tech‑enabled workspaces, every detail reflects our commitment to sustainability, connection, and culture.

With amenities like on‑site childcare at our Little Squiggles Children’s Enrichment Center, the Walton Family Whole Health & Fitness Center, and a vibrant food hall featuring local and international favorites, we’re creating a space where work‑life balance isn’t just a goal—it’s a reality.

Beyond the campus, Bentonville offers a dynamic lifestyle with world‑class dining, art at the Crystal Bridges Museum, and countless outdoor activities.

Whether you’re exploring High South cuisine, enjoying live performances at our new amphitheater, or cycling the Razorback Greenway, you’ll experience the perfect blend of small‑town charm and big‑city amenities.

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