Job Title: Portfolio Manager
Location: Columbus, OH (Remote Mondays & Fridays; Onsite Tuesdays–Thursdays)
Rate: Up to $90/hour
Contract Length: 6 Months (Strong possibility of extension)
Contract Type: W-2 Only (U.S. Citizens – No visa sponsorships)

Position Summary

We are seeking a Portfolio Manager to support a major PMO transformation initiative. The ideal candidate will lead the operational cadence of transformation delivery and ensure visibility and alignment across a broad portfolio of initiatives. This role requires strong experience with integrated planning, risk management, and data-driven decision-making. Candidates must be able to facilitate cross-functional coordination and provide clear, concise reporting to executive stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the operational rhythm of transformation delivery, including RAID log management, milestone tracking, and reporting.
• Maintain the integrated master plan across all projects and initiatives.
• Create and manage dashboards that provide timely, actionable insights for senior leaders.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Track and escalate risks and issues, enabling early intervention and mitigation.
• Partner with project managers and business leaders to drive execution consistency and transparency.
• Support continuous improvement in portfolio management practices and tools.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in portfolio or program management, ideally within large-scale transformation efforts.
• Strong knowledge of RAID logs, milestone planning, integrated master schedules, and PMO frameworks.
• Proven ability to use data visualization tools and dashboards to inform decisions.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills; able to engage with executive stakeholders.
• Experience in cross-functional environments with both business and IT stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, and reporting tools (Power BI a plus).
• PMP, PgMP, or similar certification is preferred.
• Utilities or energy sector experience is a strong plus.