Portfolio Manager III - CTO Business Office

Company: PNC Financial Services Group
Location: Pittsburgh
Posted on: January 31, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Profile Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As a Portfolio Manager III within PNC's Technology organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh PA. PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position. The Portfolio Manager III is a senior-level role within the CTO Business Office responsible for driving portfolio governance, strategic planning, investment prioritization, and delivery transparency across key technology initiatives. You’ll partner with senior technology and business leaders to ensure the CTO portfolio is aligned to enterprise strategy, funded appropriately, executed predictably, and communicated clearly. This role is ideal for a portfolio leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy, execution, and stakeholder management—someone who can establish governance, build executive-ready insights, and enable teams to deliver outcomes with clarity and confidence. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities Portfolio Strategy & Planning •\tLead portfolio planning cycles (annual and quarterly), partnering with CTO and business leaders to align initiatives to enterprise priorities and outcomes. •\tTranslate strategy into an actionable portfolio roadmap, including dependencies, sequencing, capacity, and investment needs. •\tFacilitate prioritization decisions using value, risk, regulatory/compliance, and capacity inputs. Governance & Operating Rhythm •\tOwn and continuously improve the portfolio governance model (intake, scoring, approvals, stage gates, and change control). •\tEstablish and run executive operating rhythms (portfolio reviews, QBRs, steering committees, and performance readouts). •\tEnsure consistency in how initiatives are defined, measured, and reported across the portfolio. Financial & Investment Management •\tPartner with Finance to manage portfolio budgets, forecasts, run-rate visibility, and variance analysis. •\tSupport investment cases (business cases), including value hypothesis, benefits tracking, and ROI/impact measurement. •\tTrack and report on financial performance and ensure funding aligns with delivery plans and outcomes. Delivery Transparency & Performance Reporting •\tCreate executive-level dashboards and narratives that communicate status, milestones, risks, tradeoffs, and decisions needed. •\tMonitor portfolio health across delivery, financials, scope, dependency risks, and resource/capacity. •\tDrive corrective actions by identifying systemic issues and facilitating escalation paths and resolution plans. Stakeholder & Change Leadership •\tServe as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, driving alignment and resolving conflicts across teams and functions. •\tInfluence outcomes without direct authority by building strong relationships and enabling clear decision-making. •\tMentor junior portfolio/project managers and help standardize best practices. ________________________________________ Required Qualifications •\tExperience in portfolio management, program management, or technology strategy/operations, with increasing scope and complexity. •\tProven experience operating in an enterprise technology portfolio environment (multiple workstreams, dependencies, executive stakeholders). •\tStrong understanding of portfolio governance, financial management, and delivery metrics. •\tDemonstrated ability to create executive-ready reporting and facilitate portfolio-level decision-making. •\tExcellent communication skills—able to simplify complexity and drive clarity across leadership audiences. •\tProficiency with tools such as Jira/Confluence, MS Project, Planview/Clarity, ServiceNow PPM, Power BI/Tableau, and advanced Excel/PowerPoint (tooling can vary). •\tFamiliarity with Agile delivery models (Scrum/Kanban), product portfolio practices, and hybrid governance. ________________________________________ Preferred Qualifications •\tExperience working in or alongside a CTO Business Office, technology COO function, or enterprise transformation office. •\tExperience with capacity planning, demand management, and intake/triage processes. •\tRelevant certifications: PfMP, PMP, PgMP, SAFe (SPC/POPM), ITIL, or Lean Portfolio Management. PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position. PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals. PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position. Job Description Manages the facilitation and coordination of all assigned portfolios. Leads the highest complexity of portfolios which require planning, oversight, and communication across multiple segments channels or lines of business. Typically, portfolio size may be greater than $70m. Manages the development and approval process for strategic initiative governance for assigned portfolios. Participates in the development and review of analysis and reporting information related to key strategic portfolio milestones. Oversight and accountability for the portfolio budget while working to ensure success of the portfolio. Acts as a mentor to other portfolio managers. Works across multi-disciplinary functions, and manages vender relationships to ensure success of the portfolio. Consults with project and program managers/teams as needed. PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be: Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions. Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework. Qualifications Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position. Preferred Skills Accountability, Capacity Planning, Client Counseling, Communication, Decision Making, Results-Oriented, Strategic Planning Competencies Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Analytical Thinking, Consulting, Effective Communications, IT Standards, Procedures & Policies, Organizational Leadership, Problem Solving, Project Administration, Project Management Work Experience Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree. Higher level education such as a Masters degree, PhD, or certifications is desirable. Industry relevant experience is typically 8 years. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered. Education Bachelors Certifications No Required Certification(s) Licenses No Required License(s) Benefits PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives. In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service. To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com. Disability Accommodations Statement If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at AccommodationRequest@pnc.com. Please include “accommodation request” in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law. This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history. 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