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Director, Program Management Office (PMO)

Boulder, Colorado, United States, Remote

Director, Program Management Office (PMO), Boulder, CO (Hybrid or Remote) 

Preference is given for candidates who can work in the Boulder office. 

Please note: Ascend Analytics is not able to offer visa sponsorships at this time. 

Our Mission @ Ascend  

Ascend Analytics is a high-growth, private equity–backed company driving the energy transition at the intersection of cloud technology and expert services. With strong investor engagement and an active value-creation plan, we are focused on driving operational excellence, accelerating growth, and building a scalable platform for future expansion. 

Your Impact @ Ascend  

The Director of Program Management Office (PMO) will establish and lead a centralized PMO function to drive execution of strategic initiatives across the organization. This role is critical to aligning cross-functional priorities, ensuring disciplined execution, and delivering measurable outcomes tied to the company’s growth and operational improvement agenda.  

The ideal candidate brings a blend of strategic thinking, operational rigor, and hands-on program leadership in high-growth or private equity–backed environments. 

Key Responsibilities 

PMO Leadership & Governance 

  • Build and lead the PMO function, including frameworks, tools, and governance processes 
  • Establish standardized program and project management methodologies across the organization 
  • Drive prioritization, resource allocation, and portfolio management of strategic initiatives 

Strategic Initiative Execution 

  • Partner with executive leadership to translate strategic priorities into executable programs 
  • Lead high-impact, cross-functional initiatives (e.g., revenue growth, margin expansion, systems implementation, M&A integration) 
  • Track and report on program milestones, risks, and KPIs to leadership and board stakeholders 

Operational Excellence 

  • Identify opportunities to improve execution speed, accountability, and cross-functional coordination 
  • Implement performance management systems to ensure initiatives deliver expected outcomes 
  • Drive continuous improvement in processes, tools, and organizational effectiveness 

Stakeholder Management 

  • Serve as a key liaison between executive leadership, functional teams, and private equity sponsors 
  • Facilitate executive-level updates, including board-ready reporting materials 
  • Build strong relationships across departments to ensure alignment and accountability 

Team Development 

  • Recruit, develop, and mentor a high-performing PMO team as the company scales 
  • Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and results-driven execution 

Key Qualifications 

Experience 

  • 8–12+ years of experience in program management, operations, consulting, or related roles 
  • Proven experience in a private equity–backed, high-growth, or startup environment 
  • Demonstrated success leading cross-functional strategic initiatives with measurable impact 
  • Experience building or scaling a PMO function preferred 
  • Background in consulting (e.g., strategy or operations) is a plus 

Skills & Competencies 

  • Strong program and project management expertise (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid methodologies) 
  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills 
  • Executive-level communication and presentation skills 
  • Ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a fast-paced environment 
  • High level of ownership, accountability, and bias for action 

Key Success Metrics 

  • On-time, on-budget delivery of customer projects and strategic internal initiatives 
  • Achievement of value creation targets (e.g., revenue growth, EBITDA improvement) 
  • Improved organizational alignment and execution velocity 
  • Stakeholder satisfaction, including executive team and investors 

Why Ascend? 

  • Opportunity to shape and lead a critical function in a purpose-driven, high-growth environment 
  • Direct exposure to executive leadership and private equity sponsors 
  • Meaningful impact on company strategy, operations, and long-term value creation 
  • Competitive compensation and benefits 

We offer a competitive salary range of $175,000–$205,000, plus the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus of up to 10%. Compensation is flexible and will be tailored to your experience and background. 

At Ascend, we believe great talent deserves great rewards—and we’re proud to offer compensation that is often above the industry average. 

But the perks don’t stop there. We’re committed to creating a workplace where people can do meaningful work, grow their careers, and still have a life outside the office. You’ll enjoy flexible work hours, a collaborative environment, and real opportunities for advancement. 

Our benefits package is designed to support you and your family, including: 

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage 
  • Life, Short- and Long-term disability insurance 
  • Parental leave 
  • FSA and Health Savings Account options and dependent care 
  • 401(k) with a 3% non-elective company contribution (yes—we contribute even if you don’t!) 
  • Flexible paid time off so you can recharge when you need it 

Join a team that values your work, supports your growth, and invests in your future! 

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Ascend Analytics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

Ascend Analytics is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation for a disability, please contact us at recruiting@ascendanalytics.com. 

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