If you like solving complex business challenges, partnering with executive stakeholders, working with a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment, and helping organizations transform how they make decisions and operate, this is the position for you. The Strategic Portfolio Transformation Lead is a critical component in helping our clients align strategy with execution through improved governance, operating models, prioritization frameworks, and AI-enabled ways of working. An ideal candidate for our team will have experience leading organizational transformation initiatives, facilitating executive decision-making, and driving alignment across complex stakeholder groups. This role requires the ability to work effectively with both client leadership teams and remote consulting teams. 

You will love this job if… 

• You enjoy helping executive teams solve complex organizational challenges. 

• You excel at building alignment across diverse stakeholder groups. 

• You are energized by strategy, transformation, and organizational change. 

• You enjoy facilitating difficult decisions and creating clarity in ambiguous environments. 

• You are curious about the evolving role of AI in business operations and governance. 

• You thrive in a client-facing consulting environment. 

What you’ll do… 

• Strategic Transformation Leadership 

• • Lead enterprise transformation initiatives focused on governance, operating model evolution, portfolio management, and organizational effectiveness. 

• • Partner with executive sponsors to define transformation objectives, success metrics, and implementation strategies. 

• • Develop actionable transformation roadmaps that align strategic goals with execution plans. 

• • Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance throughout transformation engagements. 

• Portfolio Governance & Prioritization 

• • Assess and redesign portfolio governance frameworks to improve decision-making and organizational accountability. 

• • Establish prioritization models that align investments, resources, and initiatives with strategic business objectives. 

• • Facilitate governance forums and executive steering committees. 

• • Develop processes that improve transparency, portfolio visibility, and organizational alignment. 

• Operating Model Design 

• • Evaluate current-state organizational structures, workflows, and decision-making processes. 

• • Design future-state operating models that enable scalability, agility, and improved business outcomes. 

• • Define governance structures, roles, responsibilities, and decision rights. 

• • Support organizations through operating model adoption and implementation. 

• Strategic Execution 

• • Partner with executive leadership to operationalize strategic priorities. 

• • Translate high-level objectives into actionable programs and measurable outcomes. 

• • Support organizational change initiatives and drive adoption across teams. 

• • Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement. 

• AI-Enabled Ways of Working 

• • Identify opportunities to leverage AI and automation to improve operational effectiveness. 

• • Support the development of governance frameworks for responsible AI adoption. 

• • Advise clients on integrating AI capabilities into business processes and operating models. 

• • Stay informed on emerging AI trends and their impact on organizational transformation. 

• • Change Leadership 

• • Drive organizational alignment and stakeholder engagement throughout transformation initiatives. 

• • Support leaders in managing organizational change and adoption efforts. 

• • Develop strategies that promote sustainable transformation outcomes. 

• • Identify and mitigate risks that may impact successful implementation.  

You should have 

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Organizational Leadership, Management, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field. 

• 8+ years of experience leading strategic transformation, organizational change, management consulting, portfolio management, or business transformation initiatives. 

• Demonstrated success partnering with executive stakeholders and senior leadership teams. 

• Experience designing governance frameworks, operating models, or portfolio management processes. 

• Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. 

• Experience developing strategic roadmaps and translating business objectives into execution plans. 

• Ability to influence and drive alignment across complex organizations. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. 

• Experience navigating ambiguity and leading transformation in dynamic environments. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience in management consulting or advisory services. 

• Experience supporting large enterprise organizations. 

• Familiarity with portfolio management, PMO, or strategy execution methodologies. 

• Knowledge of AI governance principles, responsible AI practices, or AI-enabled operating models. 

• Experience within construction, capital programs, real estate development, or project-driven industries. 

• Certifications such as Prosci, PMP, PgMP, Lean Six Sigma, or similar transformation-focused credentials. 

Characteristics of an ideal candidate  

• Responsive; Avicado takes great pride in reacting quickly and positively to our clients and teammates, both internal and external 
• Innovative; a desire to drive innovation through new and unique solutions while embracing creative ideas
• Entrepreneurial; the drive to take initiative, deliver results, and create value for our clients
• Empowered; bring solutions instead of problems
• Performance Driven & Accountable; sets goals and challenges our high-performance culture
• Even-tempered; handles pressure and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Coachable; recognizes strengths & weakness and open to guidance  

Why Avicado  

• Competitive compensation 
• Health insurance 
• 401k with employer match
• Flexible PTO
• Remote work
• Philanthropic Matching Gift Program  And more…  

About Avicado  

Avicado, LLP was established in 2015 with a focus on utilizing the latest cloud-based tools and applications to enhance our clients' experience. As a technology consultancy, we empower construction owners to make the most of their systems and data. Our team of experts collaborates with enterprise organizations such as data centers, universities, hospitals, and real estate developers to promote seamless interoperability across their teams and technologies. We are experiencing an exciting phase of expansion and actively searching for new talent to join our team. 

We’re a close-knit team with a high-performance culture, but we don’t like to take ourselves too seriously. 

Our diversity and inclusivity are a point of pride, and we have created a highly interactive remote work environment that encourages mutual respect and individuality while fostering opportunities for employees to excel both personally and professionally. We offer competitive benefits, remote work experiences, flexible work arrangements, various career development opportunities, employee resource groups, and more. 

Avicado's unwavering dedication to creating a remarkable workplace experience has been widely acknowledged by experts in the industry. We are thrilled to have attained the highly coveted "Great Place to Work" certification and to have been included on Inc.'s esteemed Best Workplaces list for three consecutive years. Additionally, we are humbled to have received the AYA Award, which recognizes allies who promote equality and actively foster positive change for women in technology. At Avicado, we take great pride in fostering a culture that is both inclusive and supportive, especially for women in the technology industry. 

These accolades are a testament to our ongoing efforts to foster a culture of inclusion, mutual respect, and professional growth for all members of our team. 

If you are a self-motivated individual who wants to work with Fortune 500 clients in a rapidly growing company, we encourage you to join us! 

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