Job Summary
The Portfolio Owner is responsible for tracking and reporting on the health of the IT project portfolio(s). This role facilitates investment decision making, monitors execution, tracks outcome benefits, and ensures solution compliance for their assigned portfolio(s). IT Portfolio Owner coordinates and facilitates activities with the: Project Managers, Value Assurance Team, Delivery Leads and Methodology team

Essential Functions

Leads the lifecycle of portfolio prioritization, from managing value propositions in the enterprise roadmap

Drives portfolio management processes to ensure strategic alignment on technologies and goals alongside the enterprise architecture team

Coordinates with Project Managers for their respective progress of the existing projects in development

Develops reporting metrics and portfolio dashboards to allow for repeatable/predictable project release success and visibility into areas struggling with scope, schedule, resources, or budget

Collaborates to develop, manage, and optimize portfolio management methodologies and disciplines

Socializes and coaches IT team members on the utilization of portfolio tools and processes

Facilitates and confirms resource and budget planning with the IT teams on new demands and partners to sequence projects into the Portfolio

Identifies dependencies and critical paths and develops processes to maintain dependency tracking between product roadmaps and projects in collaboration with Management and project managers

Improves and streamlines the portfolio and project lifecycle, by working closely with leadership, user base, and tools teams

Identifies and resolves problems often anticipating issues before they occur or before they grow; develops and evaluates options and implements solutions

Analyzes project risk profile and balances at the portfolio level

Drives capacity planning for initial and ongoing identification of resource needs and scheduling that will be used for making critical portfolio decisions

Required Qualifications For Position

Bachelor's Degree

10+ years 10+ years of complex, enterprise-wide Project/Program management experience with at least 5 years of leadership experience across IT and business functions.

Experience managing projects/programs $5 M+ that span multiple years and consist of a combination of internal/external and labor/non-labor cost components

Experience with project cost management and resource capacity planning

Experience implementing change management approaches to support programs

Experience in the indirect management of team members, including assisting in the development, training and assignment of work/projects to other members of a team.

Extensive knowledge and expertise in the use of project management best practices including knowledge of waterfall and agile SDLC methodologies and tools

Must have excellent leadership skills (proven ability to coach, develop and lead a team) and must be able to work with a diverse project team consisting of resources from all parts of the organization (both IT & Business)

Proven ability to engage and develop relationships with executive sponsors and key stakeholders with clarity and precision

Strong Business Process Analysis skills and Business Process Mapping

Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI Upon Hire

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

Waterfall to Agile transformation experience highly preferred

Physical Demands

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

As a public utility, NiSource provides essential services to customers 24/7. Emergency needs can arise at various times throughout the year, including during storm season. Employees may be required to support emergency response efforts, which could include working outside normal hours or assisting with tasks outside of typical responsibilities.

Work Authorization

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Workplace Connection
We value a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and able to do their best work. We encourage open dialogue, value different perspectives, and work collaboratively with employees, customers, and partners.

We recognize and respect the unique experiences people bring, including different backgrounds, cultures, and viewpoints. We treat others with professionalism and care, and we each play a part in creating a positive work environment.

Veteran Hiring & Inclusion

NiSource is proud to support veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses. We value the leadership, teamwork, and mission-focused experience the military community brings, and we are committed to providing an inclusive workplace with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Salary Range*:
$133,400.00 - $200,100.00

*The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.

Posting Start Date:
2026-08-31

Posting End Date (if applicable):
Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.