Program Manager I- Lending Technology

Fairygodboss; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

PNC is seeking a Program Manager I to lead end‑to‑end lending programs. Based in Dallas, TX, you will coordinate cross‑functional teams and manage scope, schedule, and budget to drive strategic initiatives aligned with corporate goals.

You will collaborate with technology, product, and business stakeholders to ensure solutions meet requirements and deliver measurable outcomes, while coaching teams and advancing modernization efforts in lending.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience delivering complex lending‑related programs or projects.
• Background in lending product, operations, or lending technology.
• Proven ability to manage multiple initiatives across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Expertise in program governance, risk/issue management, and cross‑functional communication.
• Experience leading large technology transformation or modernization initiatives in lending.
• Understanding of digital lending platforms, workflow systems, underwriting technology, or servicing tools.
• Strategic thinker with strong execution discipline.
• Excellent communicator who can influence at all levels.
• Ownership, accountability, and problem‑solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Leads a cross functional program/project team to ensure the execution of organizational programs in support of corporate strategy.
• Assists with or manages the general and detailed planning stages of organizational programs; influences project decisions to achieve overall program goals.
• Monitors the program budget while working to ensure success of the program.
• Evaluates the implementation and effectiveness of the programs and recommends enhancements to programs based on results.
• Teams with service partners to ensure seamless delivery and a consistent experience across multiple distribution channels.

Skills

Complex programs

Lending domain

Stakeholder mgmt

Governance & risk

Tech transformation

Lending tech

Strategic thinking

Influence & communication

Ownership

Education

Bachelors

Job description

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 Program Manager I within PNC's Technology organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH, Dallas, TX or Birmingham, AL.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage a portfolio of completed and in‑flight programs and projects within an assigned lending domain.
• Lead end‑to‑end delivery, including planning, execution, risk management, issue resolution, and stakeholder communication.
• Ensure programs meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
• Provide coaching, development, performance management, and talent planning.
• Apply strong knowledge of lending products, processes, and regulations to guide teams and inform decision‑making.
• Partner with technology, product, and business stakeholders to ensure solutions meet functional and technical requirements.
• Allocate and manage resources to ensure optimal delivery capacity.
• Identify capability gaps and make recommendations for staffing or skill development.
• Contribute to annual planning, roadmap development, and strategic prioritization.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience delivering complex lending‑related programs or projects.
• Background in lending product, operations, or lending technology.
• Proven ability to manage multiple initiatives across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Expertise in program governance, risk/issue management, and cross‑functional communication.
• Experience leading large technology transformation or modernization initiatives in lending.
• Understanding of digital lending platforms, workflow systems, underwriting technology, or servicing tools.
• Strategic thinker with strong execution discipline.
• Excellent communicator who can influence at all levels.
• Ownership, accountability, and problem‑solving ability.

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

• Leads a cross functional program/project team to ensure the execution of organizational programs in support of corporate strategy. Leads programs/projects requiring planning and communication across multiple segments, channels, or lines of business. Typically, program size may reach or exceed $10m.
• Assists with or manages the general and detailed planning stages of organizational programs; influences project decisions to achieve overall program goals.
• Monitors the program budget while working to ensure success of the program.
• Evaluates the implementation and effectiveness of the programs and recommends enhancements to programs based on results.
• Teams with service partners to ensure seamless delivery and a consistent experience across multiple distribution channels.

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
• Agile Methodology
• Budgeting
• Client Counseling
• Decision Making
• Program Management
• Results‑Oriented
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Strategic Planning

Competencies

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail
• Analytical Thinking
• Consulting
• Effective Communications
• Organizational Change Management
• Organizational Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Program Management (M0260)
• Project Management

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. 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)

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $55,000.00 - $132,250.00

Salaries 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 Window

Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 05/29/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.

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 [e-mail]. 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.

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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