Director, Program Management Office (PMO)

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 At Ascend Analytics, our mission centers on creating sustainable economic value for energy buyers and producers to transform the power industry. Our team combines advanced analytics, cloud-based technology, and deep market expertise to help our clients solve complex challenges across grid reliability, power market volatility, renewable integration, infrastructure development, and energy investment strategy. As a high-growth, private equity–backed company, Ascend continues to expand its market leadership while investing in innovation, talent, and scalable solutions for an increasingly dynamic energy market. 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-g