Portfolio Manager III- Enterprise Transformation

Job ID: R233278Posted: 2026-08-26Location: PA - Pittsburgh; IL - Chicago; NY - New YorkSalary: $112,000.00 - $249,600.00Type: Full timeCountry: United States of AmericaCompany: PNCPosition OverviewAt 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; Chicago, IL or New York, NY.We are seeking a highly experienced Portfolio Manager III to lead a complex portfolio of strategic technology initiatives focused on enterprise resilience, cloud modernization, data center transformation, migration programs, and production readiness. This role will oversee the end-to-end portfolio lifecycle, ensuring programs align with business strategy, risk management frameworks, governance requirements, and operational resiliency objectives.The ideal candidate brings deep experience driving large-scale technology and financial transformation initiatives within highly regulated environments.Key Responsibilities:• Lead and manage a portfolio of enterprise-scale initiatives supporting resilience, cloud hosting, data center modernization, infrastructure transformation, migration, and path-to-production activities.• Establish portfolio strategy, priorities, governance, and execution frameworks that align with organizational objectives and technology roadmaps.• Drive cross-functional collaboration across technology, security, operations, risk, and business stakeholders to ensure successful program delivery.• Monitor portfolio health, dependencies, risks, and resource allocation to achieve strategic outcomes.• Oversee modernization initiatives focused on cloud adoption, hosting solutions, application migration, and production readiness.• Support enterprise capabilities that leverage well-curated data, big data platforms, advanced analytics, and AI-driven solutions.• Partner with technology leaders to ensure scalable, resilient, and future-ready architectures are implemented across the portfolio.• Lead governance efforts related to emerging technologies, including AI-enabled platforms and solutions.• Ensure strong controls, risk management practices, and compliance frameworks are embedded throughout portfolio execution.• Collaborate with cybersecurity and risk teams to establish protections against evolving AI-related threats and vulnerabilities.• Promote best-in-class security practices and resiliency standards across all programs and initiatives.• Develop trusted relationships with senior executives and key stakeholders across the organization.• Communicate portfolio performance, investment outcomes, risks, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership.• Drive decision-making through data-driven insights, metrics, and governance forums.• Manage portfolio budgets, investment planning, forecasting, and financial performance.• Lead business cases and value realization efforts to ensure strategic investments deliver measurable outcomes.• Identify opportunities for operational efficiency, process improvement, and transformation across the portfolio.Key Skills & Qualifications:• Experience in program, portfolio, or transformation management within large, complex organizations.• Experience leading portfolios involving cloud transformation, infrastructure modernization, data center migration, resiliency, or enterprise technology programs.• Strong understanding of risk management, governance frameworks, cybersecurity, and regulatory environments.• Demonstrated success delivering large-scale technology and business transformation initiatives.• Exceptional executive communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills.• Background in financial transformation, enterprise transformation, or strategic advisory services.• Experience working with AI, advanced analytics, big data, and data governance initiatives.• Knowledge of cloud platforms, production readiness processes, and enterprise resiliency frameworks.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 DescriptionManages 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.QualificationsSuccessful 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 SkillsAccountability, Client Counseling, Cloud Transformation, Decision Making, Portfolio Governance, Portfolio Management, Results-Oriented, Risk Management, Strategic PlanningCompetenciesAccuracy and Attention to Detail, Analytical Thinking, Consulting, Effective Communications, IT Standards, Procedures & Policies, Organizational Leadership, Problem Solving, Project Administration, Project ManagementWork ExperienceRoles 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.EducationBachelorsCertificationsNo Required Certification(s)LicensesNo Required License(s)Language AssessmentsNo Required or Preferred Language AssessmentsPay TransparencyBase Salary: $112,000.00 – $249,600.00Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.Application WindowGenerally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 08/26/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.BenefitsPNC 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 StatementIf an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io 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.California Residents Refer to the California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice to gain understanding of how PNC may use or disclose your personal information in our hiring practices.