Director, Program Management Office (PMO)

Ascend Analytics•Boulder, CO

9h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Program Management Office (PMO) will establish and lead a centralized PMO function to drive execution of strategic initiatives across the organization. This role is critical to aligning cross-functional priorities, ensuring disciplined execution, and delivering measurable outcomes tied to the company’s growth and operational improvement agenda. The ideal candidate brings a blend of strategic thinking, operational rigor, and hands-on program leadership in high-growth or private equity-backed environments.

Requirements

8–12+ years of experience in program management, operations, consulting, or related roles
Proven experience in a private equity–backed, high-growth, or startup environment
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional strategic initiatives with measurable impact
Strong program and project management expertise (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid methodologies)
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
Executive-level communication and presentation skills
Ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a fast-paced environment
High level of ownership, accountability, and bias for action

Nice To Haves

Experience building or scaling a PMO function preferred
Background in consulting (e.g., strategy or operations) is a plus

Responsibilities

Build and lead the PMO function, including frameworks, tools, and governance processes
Establish standardized program and project management methodologies across the organization
Drive prioritization, resource allocation, and portfolio management of strategic initiatives
Partner with executive leadership to translate strategic priorities into executable programs
Lead high-impact, cross-functional initiatives (e.g., revenue growth, margin expansion, systems implementation, M&A integration)
Track and report on program milestones, risks, and KPIs to leadership and board stakeholders
Identify opportunities to improve execution speed, accountability, and cross-functional coordination
Implement performance management systems to ensure initiatives deliver expected outcomes
Drive continuous improvement in processes, tools, and organizational effectiveness
Serve as a key liaison between executive leadership, functional teams, and private equity sponsors
Facilitate executive-level updates, including board-ready reporting materials
Build strong relationships across departments to ensure alignment and accountability
Recruit, develop, and mentor a high-performing PMO team as the company scales
Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and results-driven execution