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Director, IT Portfolio & Program Management

Michael Baker International

The Role

Overview

Lead IT PMO, overseeing portfolio/program delivery, governance, and team development.

Key Responsibilities

  • devops
  • agile
  • erp implementation
  • ppm tools
  • risk management
  • portfolio governance

Tasks

-Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning. -Serve as a strategic advisor to IT and business leaders. -Directed large-scale DevOps product development with Agile methods. -Make financially responsible, accountable, justifiable, and defensible business decisions per organizational policies. -Champion teamwork and unity, encouraging the sharing of differing points of view and promoting collaboration and supportiveness. -Led major ERP implementations (e.g., Oracle Fusion). -Integrate PMO processes with ITSM, finance, and resource management systems. -Provide executive-level reporting and insights on portfolio performance. -Champion the use of PPM tools (e.g., TeamDynamix, ServiceNow, Planview) and analytics platforms (e.g., Power BI). -Establish and enforce PMO standards, methodologies, and tools. -Ensure alignment of project outcomes with business strategy and IT roadmap. -Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and change management. -Support talent development through training, coaching, and performance management. -Establish and maintain control and feedback systems to supervise operational areas of responsibility. -Drive proactive risk management and issue resolution across programs. -Manage and mentor a team of project managers and analysts. -Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and meet quality expectations. -Advance PMO maturity by optimizing workflows, governance models, and reporting structures. -Monitor portfolio health, resource allocation, and value realization. -Lead staff to meet organizational efficiency, quality, and goal accomplishment expectations. -Lead the planning, execution, and governance of IT portfolios including FOUNDATION, TRANSFORMATION, and DIGITAL initiatives.

Requirements

  • agile scrum
  • pmp
  • ppm tools
  • itsm
  • portfolio management
  • leadership

What You Bring

-Familiarity with financial planning, cost optimization, and vendor management. -Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid). -Ability to influence at all levels and drive strategic alignment. -Experience with enterprise PPM tools and ITSM platforms. -Agile SCRUM certification -PMP certification -Proven experience in portfolio management, governance, and PMO operations. -Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills. -Experience in the Architecture, Engineering, or Construction industry. -It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. -3+ years of experience in Mergers & Acquisitions. -3+ years leading an IT PMO. -10+ years of experience, primarily managing large projects and programs. -Bachelor’s in IT, Project Management, or related field, or equivalent experience.

Benefits

-Health Savings Account (HSA) -Generous paid time off -Commuter and wellness benefits -Professional and personal development -401 (k) Retirement Plan -Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability -Medical, dental, vision insurance -Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

The Company

About Michael Baker International

-Specializes in transportation, water resources, energy, and government-related projects, delivering high-quality solutions. -Known for its expertise in complex, multi-disciplinary projects that shape cities, regions, and transportation networks. -Works on a diverse range of projects including roadways, bridges, airports, water systems, and energy infrastructure. -Regularly supports local, state, and federal government agencies with crucial public infrastructure projects. -The firm’s legacy is built on delivering practical, sustainable, and forward-thinking solutions to challenging engineering problems. -Notable projects include major transportation systems, environmental remediation, and disaster recovery operations. -Employs cutting-edge technology and innovative approaches to solve the most pressing engineering challenges of today.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Defense Contractors

Data Centers

Aerospace

Life Sciences

Healthcare

Higher Education

Aviation

Rail and Transit

Federal Government

Security Clearance

-pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks are performed.