Project Manager

Profedcu; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ProFed seeks a Project Manager to lead planning, execution, and delivery of organizational initiatives. You will define objectives, timelines, milestones, and resource needs in collaboration with department leaders to ensure projects stay within scope.

The role requires strong analytical, written, and verbal communication, experience with project management methodologies, and a willingness to obtain PMP certification within 12 months. Travel to off-site facilities is a requirement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in project management, Business Administration, IT, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience developing and enforcing PM processes and standards.
• PMP certification preferred; willing to obtain within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Drive project momentum from initiation to closure.
• Define scope, objectives, timelines, milestones, and resources with sponsors.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans and schedules.
• Proactively manage scope, schedule, and budget.
• Design and improve PM processes, templates, and guidelines.
• Manage project tracking, tasks, and reporting.
• Serve as primary contact for active projects and communicate with leadership.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Time management

Writing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

JOB TITLE

Project Manager

REPORTS TO

Vice President/Information Systems

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of organizational projects and initiatives, ensuring timely completion, within scope, and alignment with strategic credit union objectives. Define project objectives, timelines, milestones, and resource requirements in collaboration with key department representatives and leaders. Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues and escalated appropriately. Responsible for driving project momentum and fostering a team culture while encouraging initiatives forward with purpose and urgency.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in project management methodology and a demonstrated track record of developing, documenting, and enforcing project management processes, standards, and guidelines that elevate team performance and delivery quality. This role requires someone who will champion structure and discipline while remaining adaptable and collaborative. Bachelor's degree in project management, Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field, as well as Project Management experience, is required. PMP certification is preferred; however, candidates who do not currently hold a PMP certification must demonstrate a willingness and ability to obtain certification within 12 months of employment. Must possess strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a data-driven approach to decision-making. Requires exceptional communication, time management, and writing skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Clear and effective communication abilities required. Must be able to view a terminal screen and operate a computer keyboard. Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods. Ability to travel to off-site facilities is required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive project momentum from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, and closure
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, milestones, and resource requirements in conjunction with the project sponsor
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, work breakdown structures, and schedules
• Proactively manage scope, schedule, and budget of each project
• Design, document, and continuously improve project management processes, frameworks, templates, and guidelines to foster consistent execution
• Manage project tracking, task management, and reporting processes
• Serve as primary contact for active projects while managing expectations and providing consistent updates to leadership
• Additional duties as assigned

ProFed is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled