Enterprise Portfolio Manager - PMO

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking an Enterprise Portfolio Manager to lead the Enterprise Project Management Office portfolio, aligning strategic initiatives with organizational goals. You will partner with executives and leaders to govern programs, monitor performance, and drive cross-functional collaboration to achieve measurable outcomes.

The role emphasizes change leadership, risk management, and the translation of strategy into actionable plans across departments, with a focus on improving operational,

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, Lean, Six Sigma, Prosci preferred.
• Seven to ten years of program/project management experience in healthcare or related field.
• Strong analytics, problem-solving, and business acumen; ability to translate data into actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead portfolio of interconnected programs and projects; ensure governance and alignment with organizational goals.
• Partner with executive, operational, clinical, and administrative leaders to deliver measurable outcomes.
• Translate strategy into execution through program planning, portfolio oversight, and performance monitoring.

Skills

Program management

Portfolio governance

Strategic planning

Performance measurement

Stakeholder engagement

Change management

Executive communication

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

MaineHealth Corporate

Req #: 100035

** This position is supported by grant funding that is expected to remain in place for five years.

Summary:

The Enterprise Portfolio Manager serves as a strategic leader within the Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO), partnering with executive, operational, clinical, and administrative leaders to advance MaineHealth’s highest-priority strategic initiatives. This role leads a portfolio of interconnected programs and projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, effective governance, stakeholder engagement, and successful delivery of measurable outcomes.

Reporting to the Senior Director, EPMO, the Enterprise Portfolio Manager is responsible for translating strategy into execution through program planning, portfolio oversight, performance monitoring, risk management, and change leadership. The role drives cross-functional collaboration, supports executive decision-making, and ensures realization of operational, financial, quality, workforce, and patient experience objectives.

This position may support various departments, service lines, or enterprise initiatives based on organizational priorities and strategic needs.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Organizational Leadership, or related field required. Master's Degree (MBA, MHA, MPH, or related discipline) preferred.
2. License/Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), Lean, Six Sigma, Prosci Change Management, or equivalent certification preferred.
3. Experience: Seven to ten years of progressively responsible experience in program management, project management, healthcare operations, strategic planning, organizational development, management consulting, performance improvement, or a related discipline required. Experience leading large-scale, cross-functional initiatives involving multiple departments, executive stakeholders, and organizational transformation efforts preferred.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements: Knowledge of program and project management, portfolio governance, strategic planning, and performance measurement practices. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and business acumen skills with the ability to translate data into actionable recommendations. Ability to develop implementation plans, success metrics, reporting structures, and governance processes that drive accountability and results. Exceptional communication, facilitation, stakeholder engagement, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence all levels of the organization. Knowledge of healthcare operations, organizational change management, and continuous improvement methodologies. Ability to assess and manage risks, dependencies, competing priorities, and organizational impacts in a complex environment. Proficiency in executive-level presentations, dashboards, business cases, and strategic communications. Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, foster collaboration, and drive cross-functional outcomes.

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $89,980.80to $121,721.60per year.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

If you have questions about this role, please contact [e-mail]

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