Senior Manager - Project Portfolio

Posted 16 days 15 hours ago by La Fosse

Permanent
Full Time
I.T. & Communications Jobs
London, United Kingdom
Job Description

Job Title: Senior Manager - Project Portfolio (Tech)
Location:Surrey / Hybrid (1-2 days a week)
Department: Technology / PMO
Reports To: Director of Technology / Head of PMO
Type: Full-Time

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Manager - Project Portfolio to lead the planning, execution, and governance of our technology project portfolio. You will oversee a diverse set of programs and projects, aligning them with business objectives, optimizing resource allocation, and driving consistent delivery excellence across the technology organization.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Portfolio Leadership:
    Own and manage the end-to-end technology project portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and business priorities.

  • Governance & Reporting:
    Develop and enforce project governance frameworks, standard methodologies, and tools. Track and report portfolio performance, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership.

  • Strategic Planning:
    Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to define project priorities, timelines, and resource needs in line with organizational capacity and goals.

  • Team Leadership:
    Lead, mentor, and grow a team of project and program managers. Promote a high-performance culture focused on collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

  • Risk & Issue Management:
    Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate portfolio-level risks and issues. Serve as the escalation point for critical project challenges.

  • Budget & Resource Management:
    Manage portfolio budgets and resource planning, ensuring optimal allocation of people and capital for maximum impact.

  • Stakeholder Communication:
    Act as a strategic partner to senior business and technology leaders, facilitating transparency, alignment, and informed decision-making.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field; MBA or advanced degree a plus.

  • 8-10+ years of experience in project/program management within a tech-driven organization.

  • Demonstrated success in managing complex project portfolios across software development, infrastructure, and/or digital transformation.

  • Strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies; certifications such as PMP, SAFe, or Prince2 preferred.

  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at all organizational levels.

  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

  • Hands-on experience with portfolio management tools (e.g., Jira, Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, Clarity PPM).

Preferred Experience:

  • Experience in a scale-up or enterprise environment undergoing digital transformation.

  • Background in technology operations, software development, or IT strategy.

  • Familiarity with cloud platforms, DevOps, and modern engineering practices.

Why Join Us?

  • High-impact role at the intersection of strategy and technology.

  • Work with a collaborative, innovative, and mission-driven team.

  • Competitive compensation, benefits, and growth opportunities.