Join a dynamic team as an IT Portfolio Manager, where you will oversee multiple IT projects and collaborate with senior leaders to drive strategic initiatives. This role offers a unique opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio, ensuring successful project outcomes and alignment with business goals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage two IT project portfolios, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and efficient resource allocation.
• Coordinate the intake process for new project and funding requests, guiding leaders through business case development and decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with portfolio sponsors on annual planning, prioritization, and scenario development to create comprehensive portfolio roadmaps.
• Monitor ongoing projects, tracking accomplishments, financials, risks, and progress against key milestones.
• Facilitate monthly portfolio review meetings to discuss project funding, scope, and schedule adjustments.
• Prepare materials and talking points for monthly executive review meetings, ensuring clear communication of project statuses and strategies.
• Lead quarterly executive-level IT Steering Board meetings, coordinating the preparation and presentation of materials, and documenting action items.

Skills

• Proven experience in IT portfolio management, with a track record of managing large-scale projects and investments.
• Strong ability to coordinate and lead cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying complex information to executive stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills to assess project progress and identify potential risks.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with financial planning and analysis in an IT context.
• Familiarity with project management software and tools.
• Ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions to complex problems.

At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every team member is valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.

Horizontal facilitates valuable and productive conversations between you and potential employers. We can assist you in growing your career by partnering you with employers that offer challenging assignments.  For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $31 - $64 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.