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Position: PMO Project Manager Engagement: 6 - 12 months consulting Location: Newark, Delaware (onsite 3 days/week) The PMO Project Manager consultant is a senior level management role that is ...

Lead PMO

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$200K - $230K/yr

UAT and Go-live The Lead PMO will support our push to upper mid-market and enterprise clients, and will have multiple responsibilities: * Support e2e ERP lifecycle process and success for 1-2 of our ...

We're seeking a PMO Manager to lead and develop the Project Management team while driving execution of multidisciplinary electronics-based NPD/NPI projects. This is a highly visible leadership role ...

PMO Manager

Naperville, IL · Hybrid

$115K - $145K/yr

Key Job Responsibilities: * PMO Leadership & Strategy - Lead the Project Management Office, ensuring the implementation and adherence to best practices, methodologies, and governance frameworks.

Lead the adoption of AIenabled and automation capabilities within the PMO , reducing manual effort and increasing transparency, speed, and predictability. * Leverage data, analytics, and intelligent ...

PMO Manager

Salinas, CA · On-site

$140/hr

* Build and lead a newly established PMO for a well-known food & beverage company * Own the infrastructure build and hands-on execution of a growing strategic project portfolio * Hybrid role based near ...

As a Project Manager within the Hyve PMO, you will lead complex, crossfunctional initiatives spanning IT, manufacturing operations, and business systems. You will be responsible for endtoend project ...

PMO Who We're Looking For A proactive, technically fluent PMO leader who can turn vision into ... You've likely been a technical lead or systems engineer who moved into program management, and you ...

As a Project Manager within the Hyve PMO, you will lead complex, cross-functional initiatives spanning IT, manufacturing operations, and business systems. You will be responsible for end-to-end ...

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How much do project management office lead jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for project management office lead in the United States is $113,978.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,000.00 and $139,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Project Management Office Lead, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Project Management Office Lead, you need strong project management expertise, organizational skills, and a background in business or management, often supported by certifications like PMP or PRINCE2. Familiarity with project management tools such as MS Project, Jira, and PMO software is typically required. Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills help drive project alignment and motivate cross-functional teams. These skills are crucial for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational objectives.

What are some common challenges faced by a Project Management Office (PMO) Lead, and how can they be effectively addressed?

A PMO Lead often encounters challenges such as aligning project objectives with organizational strategy, standardizing processes across diverse teams, and managing stakeholder expectations. To address these, it's important to establish clear communication channels, implement robust project governance frameworks, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Regularly engaging with project managers and stakeholders helps ensure alignment and buy-in, while providing training and support can drive consistency and efficiency across projects.

What are Project Management Office (PMO) Leads?

Project Management Office (PMO) Leads are professionals responsible for overseeing the Project Management Office within an organization. They develop and enforce project management standards, provide guidance to project managers, and ensure that projects align with the company’s goals and strategies. PMO Leads also monitor project performance, manage resources, and help improve processes to increase efficiency and success rates. Their role is essential for maintaining consistency and best practices across all projects in an organization.

What is the difference between Project Management Office Lead vs Project Coordinator?

AspectProject Management Office LeadProject Coordinator
CertificationsPMP, PgMP, or similarCAPM, PMP (optional)
Work EnvironmentStrategic, leadership-focused, overseeing multiple projectsOperational, supporting project teams with day-to-day tasks
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in large organizations, corporate, governmentWidely used across industries for project support roles
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership and strategic oversightLearning about entry-level or support roles

The Project Management Office Lead typically holds a strategic role, overseeing multiple projects and guiding project managers, often requiring advanced certifications like PMP. In contrast, a Project Coordinator focuses on supporting project teams with operational tasks, often with less emphasis on certifications. Both roles are essential in project environments, but they differ in scope, responsibilities, and seniority.

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Infographic showing various Project Management Office Lead job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $113,978 per year, or $54.8 per hour.
Project Manager - Project Management Office (PMO)

Project Manager - Project Management Office (PMO)

The Class Consulting Group

Sunnyvale, CA • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

About Us:
The Class Consulting Group is a boutique management consulting firm headquartered in SFO- Bay Area that provides consulting services to senior management and Board of Directors of nonprofit/ philanthropic organizations and offers community leadership opportunities to professionals. CLASS collaborate with our clients - the Non Profit Organizations - to help them realize their mission and create tangible value. CLASS offers business consulting services in marketing, strategy, human resources/ organization, finance & IT.
All volunteering positions at Class Consulting Group are unpaid
Position Type: Volunteering/Unpaid, Part-Time (Flexibility to work with your full-time job)
Location: SUNNYVALE, CA
General Responsibilities:
Assisting supervisor and team lead in strategic planning and identifying annual strategic priorities. Manage the complete life cycle of projects. Plan project meetings, presentations, participate and represent team in these activities. Seek approvals on strategic issues from supervisor and team lead where required. Track progress of project activities and report to supervisor and team lead. Collect feedback from project team members and report to supervisor and team lead. Ensure appropriate communications and leverage of resources to foster team work. Ensure to build a culture in context with the organizational cultural value. Promote volunteer engagement not only as team members but also represent themselves at all events to foster inter-team relations and connectivity
Specific Responsibilities:
Manage project planning, monitoring, and tracking, and reporting. Prepare all project management-related documents. Establish and obtain approvals from internal and external stakeholders for client projects. Coordinate team efforts in preparation for a client's need assessment and development of project proposal. Manage all communications with clients and build strong client/stakeholder relationships. Lead project teams to engage with clients proactively and provocatively with a strategic "consultative" and "trusted advisor" approach. Manage, motivate, and support project team members. Lead project teams to deliver interim and final deliverables as planned. Set up project deliverable presentations • Surface client concerns, identify risk factors, and initiate change requests. Collect client's feedback and identify Lessons Learned and improvement opportunities. Assist PMO lead in improving project management processes and tools. Assist in or provide project management training for CLASS Leadership Certification (CLC2) program.
Qualification and Requirements:
• Bachelor degree with 5+ years professional experience in project/program management • Prior experience working with non-profit organizations • Strong leadership, communication, and follow-up skills • Familiar with project management tools • Client/stakeholder relationship management • Positive attitude and commitment to projects • PMP certified is a great plus
Commitment Required:
• Must be willing to commit 1+ year • Attend weekly team meetings: 2 in person and 2 conference calls each month • Minimum 5 hours [excluding meeting time]
General Requirements:
• Should have a passion for serving community. • Should be able to work in teams without formal hierarchy • Should honor commitments and CLASS's Code of Ethics
Benefits:
• Leadership development opportunities • Networking opportunities • Group based learning • Satisfactory volunteering experience.
To Apply:
If you are interested in this opportunity or any other opportunities within CLASS, please submit an online application by [ http://theclass.catsone.com/careers/ ] or register with us through [ http://theclass.catsone.com/careers/index.php?m=portal&a=register ]. Once we receive your request, our recruitment team would contact you to set up an informational session with you.
The CLASS Consulting Group believes in equal employment opportunity and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
Human Resources Team
The Class Consulting Group
1250 Oakmead Pkwy, Suite 210
Sunnyvale, CA 94085-4037
Email : hr@theclassconsultinggroup.org
Website: www.theclass.org
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