Senior Manager, Field Enablement Project Management Office

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Building and leading the Project Management Office (PMO), establishing standards, processes, and tools for consistent execution across global Enablement initiatives
• Acting as a player-coach, leading complex projects yourself while mentoring team members to deliver against their portfolios
• Developing and implementing scalable project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid) that align with business needs and enable high-quality execution
• Owning project intake, prioritization, tracking, and reporting processes while partnering closely with Field Enablement, Change management, and Enablement Operations
• Driving operational rhythm and governance, including project status reporting, risk/issue management, stakeholder communication, and post-mortems
• Serving as a trusted advisor to the Enablement Leadership Team, translating strategy into actionable project plans with clear milestones and outcomes
• Fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in an Enablement role specifically focused on managing projects in support of the Field
• Minimum of 3+ years in a leadership role; comfortable working in a player-coach capacity
• Proven experience building or scaling a PMO function within a global or matrixed organization
• Active PMP certification is required
• Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional initiatives with executive visibility
• Expert in project planning tools such as Asana, Smartsheet, or Microsoft Project
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical skills, with a data-informed approach to prioritization and reporting
• Thrives in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment with multiple stakeholders and shifting priorities
• Familiarity with change management and organizational readiness best practices
• Passion for team development, mentorship, and operational excellence

Nice to Have

• Experience working in a global or matrixed organization
• Knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid project management methodologies
• Experience with organizational change management and organizational readiness

Qualifications

• Active PMP certification
• Experience managing cross-functional initiatives with executive visibility
• Proficiency with project planning tools such as Asana, Smartsheet, or Microsoft Project

Benefits & Perks

• Annual base salary range between $158,000 and $236,000 USD (depending on location and experience)
• Equity (where applicable), bonus, and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k), flexible spending account, paid leave including PTO and parental leave
• Access to Okta's Total Rewards program
• Amazing benefits, opportunities to make social impact, and talent development
• Flexible work environment with potential for hybrid work arrangements