IT Portfolio Project Manager

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Brussel; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Mobility budget

Well-being activities

Udemy for Business

Development plan

Job summary

Netcompany Belgium is seeking an IT Portfolio Project Manager to lead large-scale IT portfolio implementations, align with business strategies, and drive governance across programs.

You will direct architectural decisions, manage agile ceremonies, and mentor teams to optimize portfolio value while collaborating with enterprise architects on business, technical, and data models.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (Level 7 EQF) with 8+ years IT and portfolio mgmt experience.
• 6+ years defining IT governance, PMOs, and PM/program methodologies.
• 5+ years in Agile project/portfolio mgmt tools (MS Project Server, Jira, Confluence, BigPicture).
• 3+ years with EA frameworks (TOGAF, COBIT, Zachman) and modeling tools (ArchiMate, UML, BPMN, ARIS).
• Hands-on supervision of business analysts, ALM, and live product demos.
• Dual certifications in Project Management (PMP/PRINCE2/PM²) AND Agile Product Ownership (CSPO/PSPO/SAFe POPM).
• Fluency in English (B2); French (B2) is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large-scale IT portfolio implementations aligned with business strategy.
• Define and monitor IT governance processes, PMO support frameworks across programs.
• Direct project strategies at the architectural level; assess deliverables and risks.
• Serve as final authority on product priorities and business value in agile delivery.
• Coordinate architecture boards, agile ceremonies, and stakeholder meetings.
• Coach and mentor project leads and architecture communities for portfolio optimization.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Architects to define business, technical, and data models.
• Direct agile teams, guide business analysts, and ensure end-to-end product acceptance.

Skills

Agile PM

Portfolio mgmt

Leadership

Mentoring

Stakeholder mgmt

ALM

Education

Master’s degree / Level 7 EQF

Tools

MS Project Server

Jira

Confluence

BigPicture

ArchiMate

UML

BPMN

ARIS

Job description

Are you ready to shape the future technological landscape in Europe?
We are dedicated to responsible digitalisation, building innovative, inclusive solutions that drive meaningful impact. With over 8,900 professionals across Europe, we help EU institutions, public and private organisations thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world. Are you ready to shape the future through technology? Your journey starts here. Take a look at some of our impactful projects here: https://netcompany.com/cases/

Job Description

Are you ready to discover the role of an IT Portfolio Project Manager in Netcompany?

As an IT Portfolio Project Manager you will:

• Lead and manage large-scale IT portfolio implementations, ensuring direct alignment with business strategies, drivers, and leadership priorities.
• Define, implement, and monitor IT governance processes, procedures, standards, and PMO/PPO support frameworks across complex programs.
• Direct project strategies at the architectural level, evaluating technical deliverables, conducting risk analyses, and driving quality control.
• Act as the final authority on product priorities, functionality, and business value within agile delivery environments.
• Coordinate and facilitate architecture boards, agile sprint ceremonies, and cross-functional stakeholder meetings to ensure decision clarity.
• Coach and mentor project leads and architecture communities, driving portfolio rationalization and IT cost-optimization initiatives.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Architects to establish business, technical, solution, and data models reflecting organizational goals.
• Direct agile project teams, guide business analysts, and facilitate seamless end-to-end product acceptance by business stakeholders.

Qualifications

What would make you a fit for the role:

• Master’s degree (or equivalent Level 7 EQF / 5+ years of higher education) and at least 8 years of IT experience, with significant portfolio management expertise.
• Minimum 6 years of experience defining IT governance, setting up PMOs, and customizing PM/program methodologies.
• Minimum 5years of experience in Agile project management and portfolio management tools (MS Project Server, Jira, Confluence, BigPicture).
• Minimum 3 years of expertise in Enterprise Architecture frameworks (TOGAF, COBIT, Zachman) and modeling tools (ArchiMate, UML, BPMN, ARIS).
• Hands‑on experience supervising business analysts, driving Application Lifecycle Management (ALM), and facilitating live product demonstrations.
• Mandatory certifications: Dual certification in Project Management (PMP, PRINCE2, or PM²) AND Agile Product Ownership (CSPO, PSPO, SAFe POPM, or equivalent).
• Professional fluency in English (B2 level minimum); French (B2 level) is considered a strong advantage.

Additional Information

Being a part of the Netcompany team, you will be provided with:

• Opportunity to work in a modern environment
• Competitive compensation & benefits package
• Mobility budget or commuting allowance (if applicable)
• Well-being activities (on premises)
• Continuous learning opportunities using the most modern methods (unlimited access to Udemy for Business, ad-hoc trainings)
• Personalized development plan for targeted career growth

If you are looking forward to be part of a diverse environment, and have the opportunity to work alongside well-experienced professionals, on challenging, large-scale projects that directly impact millions of citizens around the globe, then this is the place to be!

By joining Netcompany Belgium, you will be an integral part of a distinguished team of 600+ tech enthusiasts working for international projects, primarily within the European Institutions market, with a unique opportunity to shape the future of digital services in an environment that values ideas and fosters growth.

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We ensure equal opportunities, treatment, and consideration to all candidates. Discrimination based on sex, racial or ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation or marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other factor protected by applicable laws and regulations is prohibited. As part of the Netcompany culture, we respect human rights and focus on creating a positive workplace, where all employees are valued, and where diversity and inclusion are a vital part of our everyday working experience.