Project Manager II

PNC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

PNC in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Project Manager II to lead multiple complex technology initiatives within the Technology organization. You will drive delivery within scope, schedule, and budget while coordinating across business units and external vendors.

The role requires strong governance, risk management, and stakeholder communication skills, with experience in regulated environments and exposure to AI initiatives. This in-office position supports a hybrid work model in select cases.

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex business or technology initiatives.
• Experience managing large cross-functional projects.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches.
• Strong risk management, stakeholder management, budget management, and communication skills.
• Experience working within a regulated industry environment.
• Exposure to AI initiatives, including AI implementation or governance.
• Financial services or banking industry experience preferred.
• PMP, Agile, Scrum, or equivalent project management certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple concurrent projects, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, governance structures, and stakeholder communication strategies.
• Partner with business leaders, technology teams, risk partners, compliance organizations, and operational stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, issues, dependencies, and roadblocks.
• Facilitate project governance meetings and provide executive-level reporting on project status, milestones, and KPIs.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory, compliance, and risk management requirements.
• Manage change control processes and support organizational change management efforts.
• Coordinate resources across multiple business units and external vendors when applicable.
• Promote best practices in project management and continuous improvement.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Agile/Waterfall

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Regulated industry experience

AI initiatives exposure

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 Manager II within PNC's Technology organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA; Cleveland, OH; Phoenix, AZ; Dallas, TX; or Birmingham, AL.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead multiple concurrent projects, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, governance structures, and stakeholder communication strategies.
• Partner with business leaders, technology teams, risk partners, compliance organizations, and operational stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, issues, dependencies, and roadblocks.
• Facilitate project governance meetings and provide executive-level reporting on project status, milestones, and key performance indicators.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory, compliance, and risk management requirements.
• Manage change control processes and support organizational change management efforts.
• Coordinate resources across multiple business units and external vendors when applicable.
• Promote best practices in project management and continuous improvement.

Key Qualifications & Experience:

• Project management experience leading complex business or technology initiatives.
• Experience managing large cross functional projects.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches.
• Strong risk management, stakeholder management, budget management, and communication skills.
• Experience working within a regulated industry environment.
• Exposure to Artificial Intelligence (AI) initiatives, including AI implementation, process transformation, governance, or operationalization efforts.
• Financial services or banking industry experience preferred.
• PMP, Agile, Scrum, or equivalent project management certification preferred but not required.

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

Manages projects from original concept through final implementation and post-project assessment. Accountable for meeting project objectives within established timeframes. May be assigned a single project or a portfolio, which require planning, oversight and communication across multiple segments.

Manages and allocates resources and organizes the work. Drafts and submits project budget proposals, and recommends subsequent budget changes where necessary. Plans and schedules project timeliness and milestones using appropriate tools.

Partners with internal project liaisons to acquire human and material resources, assigns tasks, directs activities, and controls project execution. Motivates and supervises project team members.

Tracks and reports progress, analyzes the results based on facts, defines the products of the project, and forecasts future trends in the project. Proactively manages changes in project scope, identifies potential crises, and devises contingency plans.

Maintains communications for governing bodies and interested parties. Communicates project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.

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 experi