Lead Technical Program Manager — Portfolio Strategy & Governance
Company: JPMorganChase
Location: Jersey City
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Leverage your deep expertise and leadership to guide
cutting-edge projects, fostering growth and innovation in a dynamic
environment. As a Lead Technical Program Manager - Portfolio &
Government Management in Corporate Data and Analytics Services
(CDAS), you will be responsible for overseeing the governance and
management of the technology division's project portfolio. This
role ensures that all projects and programs align with the
strategic objectives of the organization, adhere to best practices,
and deliver value. The Lead Technical Program Manager - Portfolio &
Government Management will work closely with project managers,
stakeholders, and senior leadership to establish and maintain
governance frameworks, monitor portfolio performance, and drive
continuous improvement. Job responsibilities Ensure alignment with
organizational goals, industry standards, and regulatory
requirements. Oversee the technology division's project portfolio,
ensuring projects are prioritized and aligned with strategic
objectives. Monitor and report on portfolio performance, including
key metrics such as budget, schedule, scope, milestones, and
resource utilization. Ensure meaningful milestones are established
and progress is tracked towards completion, with timely
identification of obstacles, delays, or potential for missing
target milestone dates. Collaborate with cross-functional teams,
including engineering, product, and business stakeholders, to
define program scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring
alignment with overall business goals. Provide regular updates and
reports to executive leadership on portfolio status, risks, and
issues. Act as a liaison between the PMO and other departments to
ensure cohesive project execution. Guide the identification and
mitigation of risks, proactively addressing potential roadblocks
and implementing contingency plans to maintain project and program
momentum. Ensure timely escalation and resolution of critical risks
and issues. Utilize advanced analytical reasoning to assess program
performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement
data-driven optimizations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Champion the adoption of agile methodologies and technical
solutions, fostering a culture of continuous learning and
innovation within the team. Required qualifications, capabilities,
and skills 5 years of proven experience in technical
program/portfolio management, with at least 3 years in a portfolio
governance role, leading complex technology projects and programs
in a large organization. Strong understanding of project management
methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and governance frameworks.
Proficiency in project management and portfolio management tools
(e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Clarity PPM). Strong communication and
interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence
stakeholders and colleagues at all levels. Advanced expertise in
stakeholder management, with the ability to establish productive
working relationships and influence decision-making across
cross-functional teams and clients. Demonstrated proficiency in
applying analytical reasoning and problem-solving techniques to
break down business, technical, or operational objectives into
manageable tasks and activities. Preferred qualifications,
capabilities, and skills Knowledge of Pulse and Team Central
Ability to coach and train project managers, scrum masters, and
product owners. Ensuring lineage between Agile and Waterfall
project management status reporting and milestone tracking.
Attention to detail and using data to “tell the story” and drive
decision-making. Highly driven and schedule focused
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