IT Portfolio Manager

San Antonio, TX

A Kforce client has an exciting opportunity in San Antonio, TX for an IT Portfolio Manager to help drive strategic execution across the IT project portfolio. This is a contract-to-hire position, and while much of the work is remote, candidate needs to be located in the San Antonio area to go onsite as needed. Summary: As an IT Portfolio Manager, you will serve as both a strategic partner and an execution driver, working closely with senior leaders-including CEO direct reports-to shape, manage, and deliver high-impact initiatives across the organization. Key Responsibilities:

  • IT Portfolio Manager will partner with business line leaders to intake, define, and roadmap strategic initiatives
  • Support executive-level portfolio reviews through compelling visual and narrative storytelling
  • Monitor initiative progress, identify risks and dependencies, and drive mitigation strategies
  • Contribute to quarterly and annual planning, including benefits realization tracking
  • As an IT Portfolio Manager, you will assist in capacity and resource planning with IT and business stakeholders
  • Develop playbooks, frameworks, and process improvements to enhance delivery effectiveness
  • Lead or support internal initiatives such as capability builds, maturity assessments, and governance redesigns
  • Executive Storytelling & PowerPoint Design - Skilled in translating complex ideas into clear, compelling presentations
  • Problem Solving in Ambiguity - Resourceful and proactive in undefined environments
  • Strategic Portfolio Management Acumen - Ability to manage and align initiatives with business goals
  • A strategic thinker with strong execution skills
  • Comfortable navigating ambiguity and building structure from scratch
  • Polished and executive-facing, yet hands-on and collaborative
  • Hungry to grow, humble in approach, and driven by outcomes
Preferred Background:
  • Experience managing or supporting cross-functional IT portfolios
  • Strong track record in strategic planning and benefits realization
  • Demonstrated ability to build or improve processes, playbooks, or governance frameworks
  • Background in consulting, transformation, or strategy roles is a plus
  • Industry experience in banking or financial services is helpful but not required
Nice-to-Have Certifications:
  • PMP or PMI-ACP
  • SAFe or Agile certifications
  • Prosci or other change management certifications
  • CB-PMO or PfMP

Posted 2026-08-20

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