Project Portfolio Manager

Job Summary

We are currently seeking a Project Portfolio Manager with effective communication and organizational skills. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, development, and implementation of a Portfolio Management Office for a large organization.

Project Manager Duties and Responsibilities

Obtain thorough understanding of client needs and communicate those to the appropriate teams and organizations
Develop and manage portfolio governance and processes
Provide oversight and support to facilitate issue resolution and risk mitigation
Quality assurance over program and project deliverables
Develop, establish, and maintain standards and procedures for project management
Submission and management of portfolio deliverables such as status, intake assets, health metrics and reports, project forecasts, etc.
Measure, track, and evaluate health metrics and benefits at the portfolio level
Coach and educate teams on portfolio management

Project Manager Requirements and Qualifications

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Project and Portfolio Management
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
Organized with a natural inclination for planning strategy and tactics
Ability to work with difficult dynamics across multiple teams
Experience and knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) principles
Acute business acumen and understanding of organizational issues and challenges
Flexible and adaptable; able to work in ambiguous situations
Experience working with government entities is desirable

Education and Certifications

Bachelors degree or equivalent from an accredited four-year university or college.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is desired


Position based in Baton Rouge. Likely Onsite but possibility of some hybrid portion