Program Manager III- Technology Office

PNC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 185,150; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

A financial services provider is seeking a Program Manager III in Pittsburgh. This role involves managing large-scale technical programs and fostering relationships across stakeholders. Responsibilities include leading program execution, risk management, and mentoring project managers. Candidates should have extensive experience in program management, excellent communication skills, and a proven record in delivering results. The position offers a competitive salary range and is pivotal for driving strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of industry relevant experience.
• Proven track record managing infrastructure and data center projects.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage large-scale programs across the CTO scope.
• Drive program execution with a strong focus on timelines and quality.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal teams and partners.

Skills

Program/project management experience in large-scale technical environments

Leadership and influencing skills

Excellent communication abilities

Risk management skills

Mentorship and coaching experience

Education

Bachelors

Higher education or relevant certifications

Tools

Program management tools and methodologies

Job description

Position Overview

R209097

As a Program Manager III within PNC's Technology organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH, Phoenix, AZ or Dallas, TX. This role is responsible for driving execution at scale across complex technical programs and forging strong partnerships across key stakeholders to ensure alignment and delivery of strategic initiatives. The Program Manager III will play a central role in continual improvement, coaching project managers, and enabling operational excellence. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact on a major technical capability for PNC, exercise leadership skills at scale, deliver customer value, and create a series of best career moments.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Leadership: Manage large-scale programs across the CTO scope of work, ensuring successful delivery of infrastructure and data center projects.
• Execution & Delivery: Drive program execution with a strong focus on timelines, quality, and risk mitigation.
• Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external partners to ensure alignment and transparency.
• Mentorship & Coaching: Provide guidance and leadership to project managers to foster a culture of collaboration and continual improvement.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks to ensure program success.
• Communication: Deliver clear and concise updates on program progress, challenges, and solutions to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Process Improvement: Champion best practices and continuous improvement initiatives within the PMO.

Qualifications

• Program/project management experience in large-scale technical environments.
• Proven track record managing infrastructure and data center projects.
• Experience leading cross‑functional teams and mentoring project managers.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to drive execution and deliver results under pressure.
• Proficiency in program management tools and methodologies.
• Strategic thinker with a hands‑on approach to execution.
• Strong ability and desire to lean in and drive outcomes.
• Passion for delivering customer value and operational excellence.

Job Description

• Leads a cross‑functional program/project team to ensure the execution of organizational programs in support of corporate strategy.
• Leads the highest complexity programs/projects requiring extensive planning, oversight, and communication across multiple segments, channels, or lines of business. Typically, program size may be greater than $25m.
• Manages the general and detailed planning stages of organizational programs; influences project decisions to achieve overall program goals.
• Oversight and reporting for the program budget while working to ensure success of the program.
• Evaluates the implementation and effectiveness of the programs and recommends enhancements.
• Acts as a mentor to other program managers and teams with service partner leadership to ensure seamless delivery and consistent experience across multiple distribution channels.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and 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.

Preferred Skills

Accountability, Client Counseling, Decision Making, Leadership, Program Management, Results‑Oriented, Risk Mitigation, Stakeholder Management, 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. 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.

Education & Certifications

Bachelors

No Required Certification(s)

No Required License(s)

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $80,000.00 – $185,150.00

Application Window

Generally, this opening is posted for two business days from 01/14/2026, 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.

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

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