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Contract Pmo Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

BuildOps

Manager, PMO

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$145K - $181K/yr

Own the RCA process for contract rejections and high-risk churns - including template selection ... Direct experience building or owning a PMO or delivery methodology function - not just following ...

Trinchero Family Estates

Project Manager, PMO

Napa, CA · On-site

$108K - $163K/yr

Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, including Project * Experience with project management software a plus * Experience using SAP a plus Working Conditions: * Hybrid, on site office requirement ...

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Trinchero Family Estates

Project Manager, PMO

Napa, CA

$108K - $163K/yr

Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, including Project * Experience with project management software a plus * Experience using SAP a plus Working Conditions: * Hybrid, on site office requirement ...

Mace

Mace PMO Lead

Thousand Oaks, CA · Hybrid

Accountable for PMO and Project Controls performance across assigned hubs, ensuring consistent excellence in service delivery. * Lead and direct all technical PMO and Project Controls services ...

Intuitive

Manager, PMO - MP Software

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

The PMO group is responsible for leading cross functional teams developing for new products, and consists of project managers, program managers and project coordinators. The PMO group also helps ...

Intuitive

Manager, PMO - MP Software

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

The PMO group is responsible for leading cross functional teams developing for new products, and consists of project managers, program managers and project coordinators. The PMO group also helps ...

Pkaza

PMO Data Center Construction

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$142K/yr

PMO Data Center Construction - San Francisco, CA This opportunity is with a leading provider of ... Manage financial aspects of contracts (progress billing, rental equipment, income / expenses) to ...

Mace

Regional PMO Manager

San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

The D&C PMO Regional Co-Ordinator supports the regional capital projects portfolio by coordinating ... and contract award/execution readiness. * Act as a regional point of contact for PMWeb data ...

RELX

Manager, North American PMO

Oakland, CA · On-site

You will also help advance PMO maturity by improving tools, processes, governance, service frameworks, and team effectiveness without creating unnecessary process overhead. Responsibilities * Lead ...

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How much do contract pmo jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract pmo in California is $70.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58.37 and $85.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Contract PMO?

A Contract PMO (Project Management Office) job involves overseeing and supporting project management processes on a contract basis. Professionals in this role ensure that projects align with organizational goals, follow best practices, and adhere to budgets and timelines. They may handle governance, resource management, reporting, and risk assessment. This position is often temporary or project-based, allowing organizations to scale project management support as needed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract PMO?

To thrive as a Contract PMO (Project Management Office), strong project management skills, organizational abilities, and a background in business or related fields are essential. Familiarity with project management software such as Microsoft Project, Jira, or Asana, and certifications like PMP or PRINCE2, are highly advantageous. Outstanding communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies are critical to effectively coordinate multiple projects, ensure alignment with business goals, and adapt to changing contract requirements.

What are some common challenges faced by Contract PMOs, and how can I prepare for them?

Contract PMOs often face challenges such as managing multiple simultaneous projects, navigating varying stakeholder expectations, and adapting quickly to shifting contractual requirements or organizational priorities. To prepare, it’s important to develop flexible project management approaches, maintain clear and proactive communication, and stay up-to-date with best practices and industry standards. Building strong relationships across departments and refining your analytical skills will also help you anticipate and resolve issues quickly. Most Contract PMOs work within collaborative teams but may also need to operate independently at times, so balancing teamwork with self-motivation is key to success in this role.

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Senior Director, Project Management Office (PMO) (Valencia (CA), United States)

Sonova AG

Valencia, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Senior Director, Project Management Office (PMO)
Location: Valencia, CA (Hybrid role)
Are you a strategic leader with a passion for driving enterprise transformation and execution excellence? We are seeking a Senior Director, Project Management Office (PMO) to lead and evolve our enterprise PMO, ensuring the successful delivery of strategic, operational, regulatory, and transformational initiatives across a global organization.
Reporting to the Vice President, Business Transformation & PMO, this role will serve as a trusted partner to executive leadership, driving portfolio governance, organizational prioritization, resource optimization, and project execution excellence. The ideal candidate brings a proven track record of PMO leadership, business transformation, and influencing outcomes within complex, matrixed environments.
What You'll Do
  • Lead enterprise portfolio governance processes, including project prioritization, approval frameworks, portfolio reviews, and executive steering committees.
  • Establish and continuously evolve PMO standards, methodologies, governance practices, and project delivery frameworks that drive consistency and accountability.
  • Provide oversight of critical strategic initiatives, ensuring projects are executed effectively with strong risk management, stakeholder alignment, and predictable outcomes.
  • Develop executive-level reporting, dashboards, KPIs, and portfolio analytics that enable data-driven decision-making and organizational transparency.
  • Lead enterprise resource planning and capacity management processes to optimize prioritization, sequencing, and utilization of organizational resources.
  • Partner with executive leaders to evaluate portfolio performance, identify risks and dependencies, and recommend strategic adjustments to maximize business value.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance project delivery capabilities, governance maturity, and organizational effectiveness.
  • Build, lead, and develop a high-performing PMO team while coaching project managers and business leaders on best practices in portfolio and project management.
  • Support enterprise transformation initiatives and organizational change efforts that improve business performance and execution excellence.

What You'll Bring
Education
Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Life Sciences, Management, or a related field

Preferred
  • MBA or other advanced degree

Certifications
Preferred certifications include:
  • PMP
  • PgMP
  • PMI-ACP
  • Prosci
  • Other project, program, or change management certifications

Experience
  • 12+ years of progressive experience in project management, program management, portfolio management, PMO leadership, or business transformation
  • Proven experience leading enterprise PMO functions within complex, matrixed organizations
  • Experience building and developing PMO teams and project management professionals
  • Demonstrated success implementing governance frameworks, prioritization models, and delivery standards
  • Experience leading cross-functional strategic initiatives and organizational transformation programs
  • Strong executive communication and stakeholder management experience

Skills & Competencies
  • Strategic thinker with strong business and financial acumen
  • Expertise in project, program, and portfolio management methodologies
  • Exceptional leadership, influencing, and relationship-building skills
  • Strong decision-making abilities with a data-driven approach
  • Experience managing enterprise resource planning and organizational capacity
  • Ability to lead through ambiguity, complexity, and organizational change
  • Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on execution excellence and measurable outcomes
  • Proven ability to influence senior leaders and align stakeholders without direct authority

Nice to Have
  • Experience implementing enterprise portfolio management tools such as OnePlan, Smartsheet, Jira, Planview, or similar platforms
  • Experience within medical device, life sciences, healthcare, or other highly regulated industries
  • Experience leading PMO transformations and enterprise change initiatives

A minimum of 200Mb/sec download and 10Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at Sonova
Don't meet all the criteria? If you're willing to go all in and learn we'd love to hear from you!
We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform. For this position only direct applications will be considered. Sonova does not recruit via app, telegram, carrier pigeon or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human. If you are offered a job without speaking with someone please contact Sonova Human Resources
What we offer:
  • Medical, dental and vision coverage*
  • Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts
  • TeleHealth options
  • 401k plan with company match*
  • Company paid life/ad&d insurance
    • Additional supplemental life/ad&d coverage available
  • Company paid Short/Long-Term Disability coverage (STD/LTD)
    • STD LTD Buy-ups available
  • Accident/Hospital Indemnity coverage
  • Legal/ID Theft Assistance
  • PTO (or sick and vacation time), floating Diversity Day, & paid holidays*
  • Paid parental bonding leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (24/7 mental health support hotline, 5 company paid counseling sessions and more)
  • Robust Internal Career Growth opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Hearing aid discount for employees and family
  • Internal social recognition platform

*Plan rules/offerings dependent upon group Company/location.
This role's pay range is $175,000 - 240,000. This role is also bonus eligible.
Sonova is an equal opportunity employer
We team up. We grow talent. We collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds to win with the best team in the market place. We guarantee every person equal treatment in regard to employment and opportunity for employment, regardless of a candidate's ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or marital status, gender, genetic identity, age, disability or any other legally protected status.

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