Portfolio Governance Lead, Digital Grid (Hybrid)

Aspen Technology, Inc.; Medina (MN); Hybrid; USD 136,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

AspenTech is seeking a Governance Lead in Medina, Minnesota to drive governance, portfolio management, and delivery excellence across the Professional Services organization.

This role partners closely with project managers, delivery leaders, finance, and executive stakeholders to establish governance standards, monitor portfolio performance, identify risks, and ensure projects are executed consistently and effectively.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in project governance, PMO, portfolio management, program management, or related operational leadership roles.
• Proficiency with project management, reporting, and portfolio management tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, Finance, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Establish and improve governance across the project portfolio.
• Lead portfolio governance reviews and monitor performance.
• Provide executive visibility and drive decision-making.
• Identify risks and support remediation.
• Partner with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.

Skills

7+ years governance experience

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication & presentation

Project governance tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Project Management, Finance, or related field

Tools

PMO tools

Reporting tools

Portfolio management tools

Job description

AspenTech is seeking a Governance Lead in Medina, Minnesota to drive governance, portfolio management, and delivery excellence across the Professional Services organization.

This role partners closely with project managers, delivery leaders, finance, and executive stakeholders to establish governance standards, monitor portfolio performance, identify risks, and ensure projects are executed consistently and effectively.