Project Administrator - PNC Foundations

PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Wellness program

Job summary

PNC Foundation is seeking a Project Administrator to join our Pittsburgh-based team. This in-office role focuses on planning, organizing, and driving project milestones while coordinating tasks across the project team and stakeholders.

Ideal candidates bring an Associates degree and 4+ years of related experience, with a strong emphasis on analytical thinking, budgeting, and clear communications to ensure on-time delivery of objectives.

Qualifications

• Requires Associates degree or equivalent with related experience or product knowledge.
• Typically 4+ years of related business or functional experience.
• In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule project milestones and objectives using appropriate tools.
• Assign tasks, direct activities, and monitor project execution with the team.
• Prepare progress reports, proposals, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Communicate project updates and results clearly and timely to team members.

Skills

Accountability

Analytical thinking

Budgeting

Leading teams

Meeting organization

Project implementations

Scope development

Strategic planning

Attention to detail

Education

Associates

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 Project Administrator within the PNC Foundation organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA. 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

Executes project objectives and deliverables, planning the work according to the objectives, and assessing and controlling risk for the project. Accountable for meeting project objectives within established timeframes. No requirement for project size. Assists with planning and scheduling of project timeliness and milestones using appropriate tools. Accountable to ensure project team is resourced as needed. Partners with project team members to assign tasks, direct activities, and control project execution. Tracks and reports progress (management information system). Prepares progress reports, proposals, and presentations. Communicates project updates and results to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation

PNC employees 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

Preferred Skills

• Accountability
• Analytical Thinking
• Budgeting
• Leading Project Teams
• Meeting Organization
• Project Implementations
• Project Scope Development
• Strategic Objectives
• Strategic Planning Competencies Accuracy and Attention to Detail
• Analytical Thinking
• Consulting
• Effective Communications
• IT Standards
• Procedures & Policies
• Organizational Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Project Administration
• Project Management

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require an Associates or equivalent degree as well as related experience or product knowledge to accomplish primary duties. Typically requires 4+ years of related business or functional experience. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Associates

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Language Assessments

No Required or Preferred Language Assessments

Benefits

• 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.

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. 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.

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