Sr. Portfolio Manager (IT)
- Location
- Washington D.C
- Posted
- May 19, 2023
- Closes
- May 27, 2023
- Ref
- 230337
- Function
- Management, Program Manager
- Industry
- Delivery and Transportation
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
- Hours
- Full Time
Department Marketing Statement:
The desired incumbent will conduct detailed analyses of complex functions and work processes of technical programs and makes recommendations for improvement in the effectiveness and efficiency of work operations. Develops new methods, organizational structures, and management processes. Counsels and advises program managers on methods and procedures, management surveys, management reports, and control techniques.
Perform strategic planning functions within WMATA's IT Office of Governance and Administration. Conducts continuous review and analysis of current or proposed programs and related administrative and compliance activities; determines, through comprehensive assessment, effective utilization of resources at the program level; identifies program strengths and deficiencies; and recommends changes or corrective action relative to program design, policies, procedures, and operations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Experience
Preferred
Education
Certification/Licensure
Medical Group
Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.
SUMMARY
The Senior Portfolio Manager supports the IBOP Organization by executing strategic initiatives and project plans according to budget with on time delivery. The Sr. Project Manager assists with operational efficiencies, cost savings and transformation efforts that align with the IBOP mission, vision and core values. The incumbent: directs, defines and coordinates program issues; establishes objectives, requirements, plans schedules and estimates costs. The Project Manager reviews proposals, negotiates contracts, monitors technical issues and prepares status reports, recommends best practices and implements process improvements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The functions listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.
Evaluation Criteria
Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and
experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.
Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:
• Skills and/or behavioral assessment
• Personal interview
• Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
• Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
• Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive
positions)
• Review of a current motor vehicle report
Closing
WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal
law.
This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace
the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.
The desired incumbent will conduct detailed analyses of complex functions and work processes of technical programs and makes recommendations for improvement in the effectiveness and efficiency of work operations. Develops new methods, organizational structures, and management processes. Counsels and advises program managers on methods and procedures, management surveys, management reports, and control techniques.
Perform strategic planning functions within WMATA's IT Office of Governance and Administration. Conducts continuous review and analysis of current or proposed programs and related administrative and compliance activities; determines, through comprehensive assessment, effective utilization of resources at the program level; identifies program strengths and deficiencies; and recommends changes or corrective action relative to program design, policies, procedures, and operations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, Transportation or a related field
- In Lieu of Bachelor's degree, a high school diploma or GED and four (4) years of experience conducting complex cost, budgetary, and statistical analyses and developing, preparing, and monitoring operating and capital budgets. Must have demonstrated experience in developing, managing, and implementing complex, high-profile projects and programs. Also must have experience working with Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) or Lean Six Sigma protocols may be considered.
Experience
- Seven (7) years of experience conducting complex cost, budgetary, and statistical analyses and developing, preparing, and monitoring operating and capital budgets. Must have demonstrated experience in developing, managing, and implementing complex, high-profile projects and programs. Also must have experience working with Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) or Lean Six Sigma protocols.
Preferred
Education
- A Master's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering or Transportation
Certification/Licensure
- Project Management Body of Knowledge PMBOK or Lean Six Sigma certification
Medical Group
Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.
SUMMARY
The Senior Portfolio Manager supports the IBOP Organization by executing strategic initiatives and project plans according to budget with on time delivery. The Sr. Project Manager assists with operational efficiencies, cost savings and transformation efforts that align with the IBOP mission, vision and core values. The incumbent: directs, defines and coordinates program issues; establishes objectives, requirements, plans schedules and estimates costs. The Project Manager reviews proposals, negotiates contracts, monitors technical issues and prepares status reports, recommends best practices and implements process improvements.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Manages strategic projects and programs to solve critical business problems across the organization. Delivers operational efficiencies to improve performance.
- Designs and executes the program strategy while tracking and communicating impact across the respective IBOP Departments and monitors projects' status. Forecasts 3 to 5-year strategic plans and ongoing programs.
- Tracks operating and capital budget allocations and spend according to plan for respective project initiatives. Delivers projects on time and within budget.
- Monitors and tracks compliance impacts and interdependencies with strategic planning initiatives. Mitigates risks and oversees corrective action plans.
- Tracks and monitors policy and procedure amendments while working with respective subject matter experts (SME's) across all departments to ensure compliance guidelines are updated and distributed accordingly. Monitors and reports on adherence to defined guidelines.
- Delivers, tracks and communicates project outcomes to respective stakeholders and monitors change management impacts. Maintains consistent communication with impacted departments on project delivery.
- Analyzes budget impacts, reviews work systems and procedures, develops performance standards to assist with contract management, productivity analysis and organizational management across project initiatives. Manages outcome and project results against the business model.
- Oversees and monitors procurement solicitations and their respective impacts on milestone dates relative to project delivery. Monitors and tracks impacts to delivery dates.
- Develops statement of work, task order and project deliverables to guide vendor performance delivery and monitors service level agreements. Secures vendor support with the right skillsets to deliver project initiatives.
- Collaborates with interdepartmental and cross functional work groups to ensure requirements and scope for all initiatives are properly defined at all levels (Executive Leadership, Peer Groups and Support Personnel). Mitigates and minimizes scope creep.
The functions listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.
Evaluation Criteria
Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and
experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.
Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:
• Skills and/or behavioral assessment
• Personal interview
• Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
• Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
• Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive
positions)
• Review of a current motor vehicle report
Closing
WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal
law.
This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace
the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.