Project Management Lead - Branch Network Real Estate, VP

Citigroup Inc.; Fountain Valley (CA); Hybrid; USD 123,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental & Vision

401(k)

Life, accident & disability insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

Citigroup Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to support the Network Distribution team in delivering branch refreshes, renovations, relocations and de novo builds.

You will collaborate with Market Planners and Senior Project Managers to optimize the regional distribution network and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery. The role requires strong communication, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence senior executives.

Qualifications

• 6-10+ years in total; 3+ years specifically in planning and project management
• 4-year college degree required; advanced degree preferred
• Presentation and interaction experience with senior executives
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to influence others
• Demonstrated ability to manage large, complex projects with stakeholder alignment
• Knowledge of banking operations and branch functions

Responsibilities

• Support execution of all branch projects (refresh, renovations, relocations, de novo builds); identify and prioritize branches within strategy
• Collaborate with Market Planners and Senior Project Managers to assess new branch (De Novo and Relocation) sites
• Collaborate with Senior Project Managers and Real Estate Services (RES) to identify branch project scope
• Ensure timely execution of all branch projects with minimal changes to original scope
• Monitor all phases of refresh, renovation, relocation and de novo projects; identify risks and elevate issues
• Serve as primary contact for branch personnel during branch projects
• Execute branch appearance programs; influence adherence to standards
• Partner with RES to resolve branch-related issues quickly and cost-effectively

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Executive interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

The Project Manager is part of the Network Distribution team and helps ensure that the appearance of the branch enhances the overall customer experience. Project managers are involved in all branch projects (Refresh, Renovations, Relocations, De Novo Builds and Branch Appearance). Collaboration with key partner groups is critical to ensure the branch projects are completed on time and on budget, that appearance standards are met and maintained and that the branch is well maintained. In conjunction with the Market Planners and Senior Project Managers, this individual is also involved in creating a Master Market Plan that optimizes the regional distribution network, as well as analyzing potential De Novo and Relocation sites and collaborating with key partner groups to ensure successful buildouts and openings. This position will provide direct support to the Senior Project Managers.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support execution of all branch projects (refresh, renovations, relocations, de novo builds); identify and prioritize branches within strategy
• Collaborate with Market Planners and Senior Project Managers to assess new branch (De Novo and Relocation) sites
• Collaborate with Senior Project Managers and Real Estate Services (RES) to identify branch project scope
• Ensure timely execution of all branch projects with minimal changes to original scope
• Monitor all phases of refresh, renovation, relocation and de novo projects; proactively identify risks and elevate issues impacting branch personnel or putting the project at risk for an on-time, on-budget delivery
• Serve as a primary point of contact for branch personnel during refresh, renovation, relocation, de novo and branch appearance projects
• Executive of branch appearance programs; influence branch personnel to adhere to standards
• Partner with RES to ensure branch related issues are resolved quickly and cost-effectively

Qualifications:

• 6-10+ years in total; 3+ years specifically in planning and project management experience
• 4-year college degree required; advanced degree preferred
• Presentation and interaction experience with senior executives
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to influence others to gain buy-in
• Demonstrated ability to support and monitor progress on large, complex projects
• Ability to think strategically, as well as execute with a strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to manage stakeholder expectations while identifying issues and problems, generating solutions and recommending appropriate alternatives
• Working knowledge of branch functions and banking operations

This is a hybrid role based in Fountain Valley, CA or San Francisco, CA.

Job Family Group:

Project and Program Management

Job Family:

Project Management

Time Type:

Full time

Primary Location:

Fountain Valley California United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$123,360.00 - $185,040.00

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards.

• medical
• dental & vision coverage
• 401(k)
• life, accident, and disability insurance
• wellness programs
• paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays

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Most Relevant Skills

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Other Relevant Skills

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Oct 17, 2026

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