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MMD Services

Director of IT Portfolio Management

MMD Services, Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Overview

We are seeking a results-driven

Director of Portfolio Management

to lead and coordinate a portfolio of complex software and hardware delivery programs. This strategic role ensures that technology investments align with organizational goals and deliver measurable business value. Base pay range : $175,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr Our client is a global leader in their industry, experiencing rapid growth and undergoing a major digital transformation. They are driving change with a startup-like mindset — fast, innovative, and technology-forward — while maintaining the scale and stability of an established enterprise. The leadership team is committed to reimagining how services are delivered through modern applications, platforms, and infrastructure. They are looking for professionals who thrive in dynamic environments and want to help prioritize innovation and long-term growth. Responsibilities

Define and manage portfolio structure, ensuring all projects align with strategic objectives. Develop and oversee portfolio roadmaps, schedules, and interdependencies for software and hardware initiatives. Track progress, monitor KPIs, and report portfolio health to senior leadership. Manage multiple concurrent projects across ideation, development, testing, release, and deployment. Identify and mitigate risks related to scope, resources, and delivery timelines. Partner with executive sponsors, product owners, engineering, and operations to align priorities. Facilitate executive steering committee meetings and produce portfolio-level dashboards and reports. Oversee vendor relationships and external partners for software and hardware delivery. Manage budgets and resources across projects to maximize ROI, while tracking spend and forecasting costs. Support capacity planning and talent development in collaboration with department leaders. Qualifications

10+ years of experience in IT portfolio management, delivering large-scale cross-functional initiatives. Strong background in budget management, financial reporting, and forecasting. Proven ability to adapt processes to organizational maturity and project needs. Expertise in portfolio management principles, tools, and governance. Experience managing both infrastructure and application delivery projects. Proficient with Agile and SAFe methodologies, including iterative planning and cross-team coordination. Understanding of integrated hardware/software solutions, including mobile platforms and embedded systems. Proficiency with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet, MS Project, and financial tracking software. Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills with influence at all organizational levels. Strategic mindset with the agility to operate in fast-paced, evolving environments. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field (MBA or PMP/PMI certification preferred). Equal Opportunity Employer : MMD Services Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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