Date Posted: 10/30/2026
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 510102
Industry: Utility
Job Title: Principal IT Program Manager - Infrastructure & Portfolio Management
Job Location: Oakland, CA, USA, 94612
Work Model: Hybrid
Work Model Details: Onsite 1-2 days/month
Employment Type: Permanent
FT/PT: Full-Time
Min Hourly Rate($): 80.00
Max Hourly Rate($): 95.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Lean Principles, Portfolio Management, Program management, Project Management, SAFe
Experience Desired:
Experience in technology program and project management (10+ yrs),
Experience in PPM Tool such as Planisware (10 yrs),
SAFe Agilist (10 yrs),
SAFe Lean Portfolio Management (5 yrs)
Required Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree
**C2C is not available**
Job Description
Required Education:
• Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience
Preferred License/Certification:
• PMP from PMI
Required Experience:
• 10 years technology program and project management
Preferred Experience:
• 15+ years of experience in technology program and project management
• Experience in PPM Tool such as Planisware
• SAFe Agilist
• SAFe Lean Portfolio Management
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and accomplished Principal Program Manager to lead and manage a portfolio of infrastructure initiatives. This executive role requires a strategic leader with a proven track record in delivering complex projects within defined timelines, budgets, and scope. Adept in managing stakeholder expectations, foster seamless cross-functional collaboration, and driven by a passion for innovative problem-solving
Job Responsibilities
• Oversee and coordinate various IT projects to ensure they align with business goals and technology strategic objectives. This includes managing project interdependencies and ensuring resources are allocated effectively
• Develop and implement strategic plans for IT programs, including setting project goals, timelines, and performance metrics to ensure successful delivery
• Manage program and project budgets, ensuring financial resources are used efficiently and projects are completed within the allocated budget
• Identify potential risks to the success of projects and develop comprehensive mitigation plans to address these risks proactively
• Lead cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and effective communication among team members from different departments to achieve project objectives
• Regularly update stakeholders on project progress, changes, and any issues that arise, ensuring transparency and alignment with business objectives
• Track project milestones and assess the performance of projects to ensure they meet the set objectives and deliver the expected outcomes
• Ensure project teams have the necessary resources, including personnel, technology, and tools, for timely and efficient execution of their tasks
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, communication plans, risk logs, and status reports, to ensure all project information is accurately recorded and accessible
• Ensure robust project governance to ensure compliance with internal audit requirements
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in the delivery of IT programs by identifying opportunities for process enhancements and implementing best practices
- **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**
- **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**
Benefits:
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