Project Manager III

The Project Manager III (PM III) position will be responsible for managing multiple high-profile bank projects. This role will manage projects focused on the delivery of a wide range of technology and non-technology solutions including but not limited to business initiatives, software development or other technology-related projects. The PM III role requires a combination of project management, business analyst, client relations and high-level communications skills. The PM III will execute all project management tasks related to the planning, design, testing, and implementation of new technology projects or enhancements to existing technologies. Successful PM IIIs apply proven communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help maximize enterprise investments. The PM III will gather, develop and analyze data in support of business cases and business technical requirements. The PM III is expected to follow business processes to address tasks, risks and issues. The PM III will develop, manage and communicate detailed project plans to ensure that tasks are completed on time, within budget, and according to project requirements. The PM III may develop and implement communication programs to ensure expectations and deadlines are clearly understood. The PM III will manage day-to-day project communication with clients and project team members, develop and maintain positive working relationships with project stakeholders, and manage project-related expectations.Principal Accountabilities: Manages and delivers the required products for each project, phase, or stage of a projectbased on that project's work plan. Obtains signoff from project sponsor on deliverablesand project completion. Delivers and ensures adherence to time, budget and deliverables and project milestoneswithin agreed tolerances; manages tradeoffs between scope, schedule, quality & cost; andmonitors and controls the progress of the project at an operational level. Obtains, directs, motivates and manages people; and manages the work and resourcesinvolved. Establishes and updates project plans and project schedules with forecasts and actuals and manage deviations from plan. Reports to respective stakeholders through various methods including team meetings,status reports; steering committee; etc. Liaises with project sponsors, customers, vendors or partners and facilitatecommunication to all involved as appropriate and manages expectations with allstakeholders. Escalates decisions and unresolved issues to the next level of management.Communicates, facilitates and manages resolution of complex issues and challengingsituations and personnel. Concludes the work upon completion or premature cessation; prepares lessons learnedand appropriately close all project issues. Closes all project documentation and archivesappropriate records. Ensures proper hand off to maintain ongoing support, as needed. Ensures the visibility of the business case or project scope. Ensures all projectrequirements and objectives are properly documented and communicated throughout theproject team. Verifies the Key Success Indicators as the basis for managing the project. Ensures PMO methodology, standards, process and procedures are followed on allprojects. Documents, obtains approval and enforces project change management with allstakeholders. Makes recommendations to improve methodologies, processes andtemplates. Facilitates project risk reviews and proper mitigation. Reviews contracts, statements of work and ensure proper sign offs and involvement ofkey associates. May supervises others, including interviewing, hiring, coaching, scheduling, counseling,motivating, training, preparing, and delivering performance evaluations, preparing anddelivering discipline, and terminating, when appropriate. Conducts regular meetings andprovides frequent feedback to associates to develop them and provide a career path forall associates whose performance supports promotion. Interviews and approves of project contract resources, when needed; and internal potential new hires as requested by hiring managers. Ensure work premises constitutes a safe work environment that promotes positive bankimage, including regular inspection for and remediation of any hazardous conditions;regular maintenance and cleaning of premises; adherence to all posting requirements injurisdiction, including human resources and compliance postings; and provision ofcomfortable and appropriate space for associates to conduct banking business. Understands, embodies, communicates, and instills corporate initiatives and vision,including the six Pillars of Success. Maintains client information in complete confidence. Completes other specified duties as assigned. Regular attendance required, working at the assigned worksite, or assigned remotelocation during regular business hours and/or assigned hours.Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Project Management, Information Systems orequivalent experience. 5 -10 years' experience in the design, development and implementation of software andhardware solutions, systems, or products. 8+ progressive years of project management experience. PMP Certification or relevant project management experience in financial industry. Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills to enablecommunication with a varying level of personnel from executive management to frontline personnel as well as vendors and partners. Demonstrates ability to be goal-oriented and action focused, pragmatic and self-disciplined. Demonstrates advanced proficiency at project planning, organizing, team motivation anddelegation. Demonstrates ability to pursue information to reduce uncertainty and learn how toimprove performance. Demonstrates ability to quickly become knowledgeable about each project sponsor'sspecific subject matter and business challenges being addressed by the assignedproject(s). Must have excellent communication, leadership, organization, scope management, issuemanagement, risk management, resource management and time management skills. Demonstrates ability to resolve conflicts and disagreements, handle difficult people andtense situations with diplomacy and tact, spot potential conflicts, de-escalatedisagreements, encourage open debate and open discussion and orchestrate win-winsolutions when feasible. Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office software including MS Visio, Word, Excelin addition to Smartsheet or other project management software.Physical Requirements:The work environment is typical of a standard office or retail banking setting. The position issedentary, involving sitting most of the workday; however, the position will involve movingabout the workspace to reach entrances/exits, restrooms, conference rooms, or other areas within the work environment. Reaching may be required involving the ability to move arms in any direction. Office equipment, such as a computer and telephone, will be used requiring the ability to manipulate a keyboard, mouse, and/or keypad. The ability to decipher a computer screen or written documents is necessary. The ability to express or exchange ideas; impart information to clients, coworkers, or the public; or to convey Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Work From Home