Director, Technology Project & Program Management - Hybrid

Wolters Kluwer•Minneapolis, MN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Position Overview: We are seeking a seasoned Director of Project & Program Management to oversee the portfolio of projects within DXG FCC CT. CT Corp is the global leader of legal entity management, corporate compliance and due diligence solutions . As a senior-level Director, Technology Project & Program Management, you'll provide top-tier leadership and strategic direction to senior managers and high-level professionals. With primary responsibility for the performance and outcomes of your area, you will be instrumental in driving large, critical initiatives that shape the organization's future. Your role requires visionary leadership to navigate complex projects, ensure resource optimization, and foster a resilient, high-performing project management culture. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, proven leadership skills in project governance, and a data-driven approach to portfolio and resource management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (Masters Preferred)
8+ years of experience in project or portfolio management within a software development or technical environment.
Proven experience managing multiple concurrent software projects and programs.
Strong understanding of software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, SAFe ).
Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project, Smartsheet, Asana).
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Nice To Haves

PMP, PgMP , or similar certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Portfolio Management: Manage the end-to-end project lifecycle for all software initiatives across the department. Maintain a centralized view of the project portfolio, tracking progress, dependencies, risks, and financials. Ensure alignment of projects with business goals and technology strategy.
Project Governance & Performance: Establish and enforce project management standards, tools, templates, and best practices. Monitor project KPIs including timeline, budget, quality, and resource utilization. Lead regular portfolio reviews and report on project health to executive stakeholders.
Resource Management: Coordinate with department leads to allocate and forecast resources across projects. Identify skill gaps, bandwidth constraints, and collaborate on workforce planning. Optimize team productivity through proper workload balancing and prioritization.
Stakeholder Communication: Act as the central point of contact for project status and escalation. Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and ensure transparent communication among stakeholders. Present regular reports, dashboards, and insights to senior leadership.
Risk & Issue Management: Proactively identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies. Ensure timely resolution of project issues through structured problem-solving.