Principal IT Portfolio Manager

Principal IT Program Manager

Oakland, CA 94612 (Hybrid - Working from your remote office at our Oakland Headquarters based on business need.

****STRAIGHT FTE/ Client's DIRECT HIRE****

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience
• 10 years technology program and project management

Desired:

• 15 years of experience in technology program and project management
• Experience in PPM Tool such as Planisware
• PMP from PMI
• SAFe Agilist
• SAFe Lean Portfolio Management

Department Overview:

• It is an exciting time to be as we are embarking on our 10-year True North Strategy, an enterprise strategy that sets a clear vision of what it means to achieve our Purpose: Delivering for Our Hometowns, Serving Our Planet, and Leading with Love.
• Information Systems Technology Services is a unified organization comprised of various departments which collaborate effectively in order to deliver high quality technology solutions. Powering client with innovative solutions & services that drive reliability, security, and customer satisfaction. We are the trusted, climate-resilient, smart, digital utility platform that redefines the customer energy experience.

Position Summary:

• We are seeking a highly skilled and accomplished Principal Program Manager to lead and manage a portfolio of customer 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.

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.