Senior Director of Program Management

Job Description

About the Role

Our organization operates at scale across complex technology ecosystems, global delivery models, and high-impact transformation initiatives. Program Management is a core strategic capability, not an administrative function, and plays a critical role in translating enterprise strategy into measurable execution.

The Senior Director of Program Management will lead mission-critical portfolios spanning technology modernization, operational transformation, and cross-functional initiatives. This role is responsible for building governance models, aligning delivery across multiple business units, and ensuring execution excellence across large, multi-year programs.

This position is designed for a senior leader who combines strategic thinking, operational discipline, and strong executive presence, someone capable of navigating ambiguity, influencing senior stakeholders, and driving outcomes in complex environments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-level program portfolios spanning technology, operations, and business transformation initiatives.

• Establish and oversee program governance frameworks, delivery standards, and execution methodologies.

• Translate strategic objectives into structured roadmaps, milestones, and execution plans.

• Partner with Executive Leadership to prioritize initiatives, manage dependencies, and allocate resources effectively.

• Oversee program financials, including forecasting, cost controls, benefits realization, and risk management.

• Drive alignment across Product, Engineering, Operations, Finance, and external partners.

• Identify and mitigate program risks, escalation paths, and delivery constraints.

• Lead and mentor Program Directors, Program Managers, and PMO leaders.

• Develop performance dashboards and executive reporting for leadership and board-level reviews.

• Champion continuous improvement across delivery models, tooling, and organizational maturity.

Job Qualifications and Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in Program Management, PMO leadership, or large-scale initiative delivery.

• Demonstrated success leading enterprise programs across technology, digital transformation, or operations.

• Strong command of program governance, portfolio management, and execution frameworks.

• Experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets and complex delivery timelines.

• Proven ability to partner with senior executives and influence decision-making.

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or professional certifications preferred.

• Experience operating in fast-paced, matrixed, and highly regulated environments.

Personal Capabilities and Qualifications

• Strategic thinker with strong execution discipline.

• Confident communicator with executive-level presence.

• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.

• Comfortable managing ambiguity and competing priorities.

• Collaborative leader who builds trust across functions.

• Results-oriented with a strong sense of accountability and ownership.

Strategic Support

• Act as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on program prioritization and delivery readiness.

• Support enterprise transformation initiatives and long-range planning efforts.

• Influence organizational operating models, governance structures, and delivery maturity.

• Partner with Finance and Strategy teams on investment planning and performance tracking.

• Provide leadership insights on execution risks, capacity planning, and delivery optimization.

Working Conditions

• Remote leadership role with periodic travel for executive reviews, planning sessions, and key milestones.

• Collaboration across distributed teams and multiple time zones.

• High-visibility environment with responsibility for mission-critical outcomes.

• Fast-paced, results-driven culture focused on continuous improvement.

Job Function

• Enterprise program leadership and portfolio oversight.

• Execution governance and delivery excellence.

• Cross-functional alignment and transformation enablement.

• Organizational maturity and capability development.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $244,000 – $310,000

• Annual performance-based incentive

• Long-term incentive opportunities

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage

  • Retirement and savings plans

  • Executive-level PTO and flexibility

  • Leadership development and coaching

  • Wellness and mental health programs

  • Remote-work technology support

Why Join Us

• Lead high-impact initiatives that shape enterprise direction.

• Operate at the center of strategy, execution, and transformation.

• Partner directly with senior and executive leadership.

• Build and scale program management capabilities at an enterprise level.

• Strong pathways into VP of Program Management, Chief Delivery Officer, or broader operational leadership roles.