Senior Manager Portfolio Energy Utility

An exciting opportunity has opened up with a leading organization in the utilities infrastructure or energy sector for a Sr. Manager Portfolio.

This strategic role is essential in driving portfolio level governance, enhancing project performance, and supporting investment decisions at the executive and board level.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic portfolio oversight: Drive portfolio governance to ensure alignment with corporate objectives and long term investment strategies.
• Project controls & performance management: Oversee cost control, risk analysis, and scheduling functions with real time tracking and analytics.
• Business case & board submissions: Lead the development of feasibility studies, business cases, and board papers to support high impact investment decisions.
• Contract administration: Ensure robust contract management frameworks and adherence to policies and regulatory standards.
• Cross functional collaboration: Enhance collaboration between engineering, finance, asset management, and project teams.
• Data driven decision making: Use reporting and analytics tools to provide senior leadership with actionable insights.
• Digital transformation & process optimization: Identify and implement innovative tools and process improvements to drive efficiency and governance.
• Team development: Lead and mentor a high performing team while focusing on talent development and succession planning.

Requirements

To be considered for this role you need to meet the following criteria:

• Experience: 12 to 15 years in portfolio management, project controls, or corporate governance in utility infrastructure or energy sectors.
• Leadership: Proven track record of leading strategic initiatives and organizational change.
• Financial acumen: Ability to create investment models and board level presentations.
• Technical knowledge: Strong understanding of CAPEX lifecycle, risk frameworks, and performance metrics.
• Digital mindset: Familiarity with PMIS, BI tools, and digital transformation platforms.
• Stakeholder management: Strong ability to influence and align cross functional teams and senior stakeholders.

Required experience: Senior Manager

Key skills: Business development, electrical engineering, management experience, HVAC, territory management, project management, quality control, contract management, budgeting, program development, public speaking, contracts.

Employment type: Full-Time

Vacancy: 1