Director Enterprise Pmo

Description:

MemorialCare Health System is seeking a Director, Enterprise PMO to lead the strategic direction and daily operations of its Information Systems Project Management Office (PMO) based in Fountain Valley, CA. This high-impact role involves managing a diverse portfolio of IT projects that are essential to MemorialCare’s mission of delivering patient-centered, affordable, and high-quality healthcare. The Director will play a pivotal role in aligning IT initiatives with organizational priorities while standardizing processes and building high-performing teams.

The position requires deep expertise in portfolio governance, resource and financial management, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will be a results-oriented leader with strong interpersonal skills, capable of influencing across clinical and operational domains to ensure smooth execution and measurable outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Portfolio Management: Lead the prioritization, governance, and execution of IT projects, ensuring alignment with MemorialCare’s strategic goals

• PMO Oversight & Process Standardization: Implement standardized methodologies, frameworks, and tools for consistent project delivery

• Team Leadership: Mentor and guide PMO staff including directors, project managers, and coordinators to enhance performance and accountability

• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with clinical, operational, and executive leadership to align project outcomes with business and patient care needs

• Risk & Issue Management: Identify and mitigate risks to project delivery, ensuring continuity and quality

• Financial & Resource Oversight: Manage budgets, allocate resources, and optimize vendor partnerships for operational efficiency

• Performance Reporting: Define and monitor KPIs to evaluate the success of project delivery and PMO function

• Governance & Compliance: Ensure that projects adhere to all applicable security, regulatory, and compliance requirements

• Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Introduce new technologies and best practices to streamline project execution and delivery

Qualifications:

• Proven leadership in managing PMOs or large IT portfolios, preferably in healthcare

• Strong knowledge of governance frameworks, project and portfolio methodologies

• Experience working cross-functionally and managing executive stakeholder expectations

• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills

Education/Certification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred

• PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred

Benefits:
MemorialCare offers an exceptional benefits package including:

• Competitive salary with potential shift differentials and bonus opportunities

• Multiple high-quality health insurance plans for employees and dependents

• Generous paid time off (PTO)

• Retirement savings plans

• Career development resources and leadership opportunities

• Inclusive and innovative working culture