Project Portfolio Management - Programme Management - Director

PwC•Washington, DC

About The Position

At PwC, our people in project portfolio management focus on optimising project portfolios to drive strategic business outcomes. These individuals oversee project selection, prioritisation, and resource allocation to facilitate successful project delivery. In programme management at PwC, you will oversee and coordinate multiple projects to facilitate successful delivery and alignment with organisational goals. Your work will involve strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Translating the vision, you set the tone, and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You create a healthy working environment while maximising client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength. Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to: Lead in line with our values and brand. Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership. Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same. Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking. Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers. Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together. Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm. Adhere to and enforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements. As part of the Project and Program Management team you collaborate with a team to address complex business challenges from strategy to execution. As a Director you set the strategic direction and lead business development efforts, making impactful decisions and overseeing multiple projects while maintaining executive-level client relations. You foster innovation, enhance work methods, guide team assignments for growth, and integrate technology and people for collective success, while valuing diversity and maintaining ethical standards.

Requirements

High School Diploma
8 years of experience

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Systems Analysis, or Management Information Systems preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) or Scrum Master (CSM)
Leading successful IT teams in strategic roles
Developing impactful communication strategies at various levels
Utilizing strategic management and delivery methodologies
Driving strategic problem identification and decisive action
Collaborating to discover innovative solutions to complex problems
Providing strategic leadership and maintaining productive relationships