Who Staffs the PMO?

PMOs operate according to the needs and goals of the organisation, which means that each PMO is structured differently but always includes the following.

The PMO Director

The PMO director oversees projects across the entire organisation. They are responsible for creating, organising, and implementing various strategies ensuring they are done on time and within the allocated budget.

Project Managers

Project managers report to the PMO, acting as middlemen between the project team and senior management. Their role requires planning and overseeing projects within the organisation, from initial ideation to completion. The goal is to coordinate people and processes, delivering projects on time, within budget and with the desired outcomes in line with organisational objectives.

Project Managers

PMOs frequently include supporting roles to assist project managers in gathering accurate data. Such roles include:

• Project schedulers
• Project planners
• Project controllers
• Administrative staff

PMO Coaching Staff

Given that training plays a significant role in the PMO. The office may also include teaching staff charged with delivering project management training programs.