Director, IT Portfolio & Program Management

Overview

Lead IT portfolio and program execution, governance, and PMO maturity across the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

• devops
• erp implementation
• ppm tools
• portfolio reporting
• risk management
• pmo standards

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
• waterfall
• pmp
• scrum
• ppm
• 10+ years

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. -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.

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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)

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.

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