Director of IT PMO (Program Management Office)

McLarens is seeking a hands-on and results-oriented Director of IT PMO to lead and mature our global IT Project Management Office. This role will help strengthen and modernize project management processes, governance, tools, and delivery practices across a growing portfolio of technology and business initiatives. The ideal candidate brings practical experience building PMO capabilities within mid-sized organizations, with strong knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid delivery models, as well as modern PM tools and reporting platforms. This individual should be comfortable driving process improvement, coaching project managers, improving execution discipline, and partnering closely with business and IT leadership teams. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated PMO leader to make a lasting impact on project delivery consistency, organizational accountability, and overall business outcomes across McLarens., PMO Leadership & Governance

• Lead and evolve the IT PMO function with focus on execution discipline, transparency,accountability, and business alignment
• Implement scalable project management standards, governance processes, templates, KPIs, dashboards, and reporting frameworks
• Strengthen project controls including scope, timeline, budget, RAID management, resource planning, and change management
• Facilitate governance reviews, steering committees, and executive portfolio reporting

Portfolio & Project Delivery

• Oversee a portfolio of IT and business transformation initiatives across global teams
• Partner with IT and business leaders to prioritize initiatives based on strategic value and organizational capacity
• Monitor project health, risks, dependencies, resource constraints, and delivery performance
• Drive consistent delivery practices with focus on quality, business outcomes, and user adoption

PMO Process Improvement

• Improve project management processes, methodologies, and PMO maturity across the organization
• Introduce and optimize PM tools and reporting capabilities to improve visibility and decision-making
• Promote Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid best practices based on business and project needs
• Drive lessons learned, continuous improvement, and operational efficiency initiatives

Leadership & Collaboration

• Coach and mentor project managers and program leaders across the organization
• Build strong partnerships with IT leadership, business stakeholders, vendors, and external partners
• Promote a collaborative culture focused on accountability, communication, and delivery excellence
• Support organizational change management and business adoption activities

Do you have experience in Waterfall software development?, * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Engineering, or related field

• 10+ years of project/program management experience with at least 5+ years leading or managing PMO functions
• Strong experience implementing PMO governance, project lifecycle processes, and portfolio management practices
• Hands-on experience with PM tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, Smartsheet, Monday.com, or similar platforms
• Strong understanding of Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid delivery methodologies
• Experience managing cross-functional IT and business transformation initiatives
• Experience working within mid-sized organizations ($1B-$2B preferred)
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with global teams preferred

Leadership Competencies

• Strong execution and operational discipline
• Practical and solutions-oriented leadership style
• High level of ownership and accountability
• Strong coaching and team development mindset
• Balanced approach between governance and agility
• Data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement orientation

Pulled from the full job description

• Opportunities for advancement
• Flexible schedule, Our people live by a shared set of values: Excellence, Teamwork, Respect, Knowledge, Thought Leadership, and Accountability. Together, they contribute to an inclusive culture that will help you thrive.

Here's what else we offer:

• Compensation: Competitive salary and performance-related incentives.

Development: Access to technical training, global knowledge-sharing, and career growth

opportunities.

• Wellbeing & Flexibility: Support to balance professional and personal life (e.g., hybrid work,

flexible schedule where applicable).

• Global Exposure: Opportunity to work with colleagues and clients across different countries.

• Inclusive Culture: A collaborative environment where your voice and contribution are valued.

Since 1932, we've been who people turn to in tough times. That's a huge responsibility. It's also a huge opportunity. McLarens is a premier independent loss adjusting and forensic technical services firm, with a global network that delivers consistently excellent service supported by deep local expertise. Our work spans industries and the globe. From disaster relief to aviation, engineering to natural resources, our people get everything they need to impact lives on a global scale. We take our development seriously and offer careers that empower our people to strive for bigger goals and reach new heights. And we've got the expertise to help them get there: our Loss Adjusters boast an average of over 20 years' experience. We're building a culture where talent shines. Where ambition is everything. And people come first. It's your career, so why compromise? What Drives Us: At McLarens, our commitments shape every experience- for our clients, our people, and the communities we serve. * Purpose: Positively impacting people and communities across the globe. * Progress: Excellence, expertise, and growth opportunities. * Place: Our culture of empowerment, support and belonging.