Program Manager-(Contractor)

Program Manager-(Contractor)

ABOUT THE ROLE
Manager PMO supports the governance, planning, and execution oversight of the IT&D project portfolio. The role ensures that projects are delivered in alignment with organizational priorities, budget controls, and standardized project management frameworks.
The individual will work closely with IT leaders, project managers, finance teams, and business stakeholders to drive portfolio transparency, financial governance, reporting, and continuous improvement of PMO practices.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Portfolio Governance & PMO Operations
Support the execution of IT&D portfolio governance processes, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.
Maintain oversight of project health, risks, dependencies, and milestones across the portfolio.
Facilitate portfolio review meetings and steering committees with leadership stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with IT project management standards, methodologies, and governance frameworks.
Project Financial Management
Track and monitor IT&D project budgets (CAPEX / OPEX) and forecast financial performance.
Support financial reporting including budget utilization, cost tracking, and variance analysis.
Coordinate with Finance teams to maintain accurate project financials and investment tracking.
Reporting & Analytics
Develop and maintain PMO dashboards and portfolio reports for senior leadership.
Provide data-driven insights on project performance, delivery timelines, and portfolio risk exposure.
Ensure accurate reporting through tools such as Power BI, Excel, or enterprise PMO systems.
Planning & Resource Management
Assist with portfolio planning cycles and prioritization exercises.
Support tracking of resource allocation across projects and identify potential capacity risks.
Collaborate with project managers to ensure realistic planning and schedule management.
Risk, Issue & Dependency Management
Track and escalate project risks and issues impacting the portfolio.
Ensure mitigation plans are documented and monitored.
Facilitate cross-project coordination to manage interdependencies.
Process Improvement
Drive improvements in PMO tools, templates, and project governance practices.
Promote adoption of standardized project management methodologies (Agile / Waterfall / Hybrid).
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance portfolio delivery maturity.
REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• 12–15 years of experience in PMO, project management, or IT portfolio management.
• Experience supporting large HR relevant IT transformation programs (e.g., Digital Transformation) is must.
  
  Technical & Functional Skills
• Strong understanding of PMO governance frameworks and project lifecycle management.
• Experience with financial tracking (CAPEX / OPEX) for IT projects.
• Proficiency in project reporting tools and dashboards (Excel, Power BI, MS Project, Jira, or similar tools).
• Experience with HR processes, associated HR change management, and corresponding IT implementation methodologies.
• Knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery methodologies.

Experience Level

Mid Level