Pyramid Consulting, Inc · 3 months ago
Sr. Managing Director, PMO
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$240K/yr - $250K/yr
15+ years expPyramid Consulting, Inc. is a leading Banking Industry firm seeking a Sr. Managing Director for their PMO. The role involves transforming the PMO, leading a team of project managers, and ensuring alignment with the Bank's strategic objectives through effective governance and execution.
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Responsibilities
Transforming and maturing the existing PMO
Evolving the PMO’s relationships with business stakeholders and foster seamless execution in alignment with Agile best practices
Lead the PMO team members and create a standard for high performance
Providing oversight of the Bank’s technology project portfolio
Intersecting with C-level and other executive audiences
This role requires a visionary leader who can drive cultural and structural change, not just manage existing processes
This role will be an extension of the technology senior leadership team and will serve as a bridge between the Bank's Business and IT teams
This role involves leading a team of project managers who function as trusted advisors to executives and business leaders, providing Portfolio and Program advisory up to the Board level
This position is highly visible
Drive transformation and alignment - redefine and mature the PMO to operate as a strategic partner to the business, ensuring technology investments directly enable the Bank's strategic objectives
Elevate execution and governance - implement processes, tools and governance that enhance visibility, accountability, and delivery across the enterprise portfolio
Inspire high performance - build and lead a world-class PMO team that exemplifies collaboration, agility, and excellence in execution through periods of change and growth
Qualification
Required
Looking for candidates with PMO redesign, executive influence and enterprise level transformational experience, not just operational governance
Regulatory experience delivering transformation in banking is also required
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology, or related field required
Minimum 15 years of progressive project and portfolio management experience
At least 5 years in leadership roles, managing large teams and senior stakeholders
Proven track record leading complex, cross-functional projects within financial services, banking, or highly regulated industries
Experience using portfolio management tools (e.g., Clarity PPM, Planview, Smartsheet, or similar)
Executive Presence: Proven ability to communicate with authority and impact, inspiring confidence among executives, stakeholders, and teams
Ability to influence and gain buy-in from C-level executives for major transformation initiatives
Demonstrated success in building strong, collaborative, and diverse teams, with a track record of coaching and mentoring to develop future leaders
Strong ability to anticipate stakeholder needs, manage expectations, and navigate complex organizational dynamics with diplomacy
Deep experience leading large-scale, cross-functional initiatives with proven delivery of strategic outcomes
Expert knowledge of portfolio governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks
Strong financial literacy and the ability to link project execution and outcomes directly to organizational value
Solid understanding of agile best practices, financial services, and emerging technologies
Able to spot systemic risks, evaluate trade-offs, and make sound, data-driven decisions
Preferred
Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred
Experience in both top-tier consulting environments and leadership roles within industry organizations is highly desirable
Benefits
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Company
Pyramid Consulting, Inc
Pyramid Consulting, a global leader in workforce and technology solutions, empowers individuals and organizations to transform and thrive in the most challenging and competitive markets.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Ramesh Maturu
President and Co-Founder
Manish Kaushik
Chief Financial Officer
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2025-08-18
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