Principal IT Portfolio Program Manager

  • Oakland, CA
  • Posted 12 days ago | Updated 5 days ago

Overview

On Site
$185,000 - $194,000
Full Time

Skills

Managing Multiple Programs
structured portfolio management
Portfolio in Complex Programs and Projects
Strong Communication

Job Details

Hi,

Direct Hire!

Job Title: Principal Portfolio Program Manager
Location: Oakland, CA

Candidate should be in a long stint in their pervious Organization.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and accomplished Principal Portfolio Program Manager to lead and manage a portfolio of infrastructure and cloud services initiatives. This executive role requires a strategic leader with a proven track record in delivering complex projects within defined timelines, budgets, and scope. Adept in managing stakeholder expectations, foster seamless cross-functional collaboration, and driven by a passion for innovative problem-solving.

This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and the Oakland General Office or San Ramon Valley Conference Center two days a week.

Key Skills:

  • The hiring manager is looking for a candidate who can articulate their extensive experience in structured portfolio management
  • Portfolio management in a large-scale project
  • Portfolio in Complex Programs and Projects
  • Support our Infrastructure and Cloud team projects. We need a portfolio program manager principal level.
  • Need is driven to drive project delivery at the portfolio level.
  • Large-scale projects and Programs, and Managing Multiple Programs

Job Responsibilities

  • Oversee and coordinate various IT projects to ensure they align with business goals and technology strategic objectives. This includes managing project interdependencies and ensuring resources are allocated effectively.
  • Develop and implement strategic plans for IT programs, including setting project goals, timelines, and performance metrics to ensure successful delivery.
  • Manage program and project budgets, ensuring financial resources are used efficiently and projects are completed within the allocated budget.
  • Identify potential risks to the success of projects and develop comprehensive mitigation plans to address these risks proactively.
  • Lead cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and effective communication among team members from different departments to achieve project objectives.
  • Regularly update stakeholders on project progress, changes, and any issues that arise, ensuring transparency and alignment with business objectives.
  • Track project milestones and assess the performance of projects to ensure they meet the set objectives and deliver the expected outcomes.
  • Ensure project teams have the necessary resources, including personnel, technology, and tools, for timely and efficient execution of their tasks.
  • Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, communication plans, risk logs, and status reports, to ensure all project information is accurately recorded and accessible.
  • Ensure robust project governance to ensure compliance with internal audit requirements
  • Drive continuous improvement and innovation in the delivery of IT programs by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and implementing best practices.

Skills:

  • Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
  • Has led large scale complex programs to successful completion
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to manage budgets and resources.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively and drive clarity in ambiguous situations
  • Passionate and driven self-starter who consistently strives to achieve outstanding results.

Qualifications

Minimum:

  • Bachelor s degree in computer science or job-related discipline or equivalent experience
  • 10+ years of experience in technology program and project management

Desired:

  • Experience in PPM Tool such as Planisware
  • PMP from PMI
  • SAFe Agilist
  • SAFe Lean Portfolio Management

Regards,

Dominic Savio

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