Project Manager III

PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager III to lead medium to large-scale technology initiatives across Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Phoenix, Dallas, or Birmingham.

You will manage projects from initiation through implementation, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring regulatory compliance. Applicants should bring strong planning, governance, risk management, and stakeholder communication skills, with experience in regulated industries and familiarity with Agile or

Qualifications

• University/college degree required; 3+ years of relevant/direct industry experience.
• Certifications are often desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple concurrent projects within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, governance structures, and stakeholder communication strategies.
• Partner with business leaders, technology teams, risk, compliance, and operations to achieve objectives.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks, issues, dependencies, and roadblocks.
• Facilitate governance meetings and provide executive-level reporting on status and milestones.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory, compliance, and risk management requirements.
• Coordinate resources across units and external vendors as needed.
• Promote best practices in project management and continuous improvement.

Skills

Project management

Agile

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

## Project Manager IIIApply: PA - Pittsburgh (15222): AZ - Phoenix: AL - Birmingham: TX - Dallas: OH - Cleveland: Full time: Posted Today: R236909# **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 III within PNC's Technology organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA; Cleveland, OH; Phoenix, AZ; Dallas, TX; or Birmingham, AL. We are seeking a highly motivated Project Manager III to lead medium to large-scale projects and strategic initiatives. This individual will be responsible for managing complex projects from initiation through implementation, partnering with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver business outcomes while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational standards. The ideal candidate will have experience leading projects in highly regulated industries. 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 the most complex 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, requiring extensive planning, oversight, and communication across multiple segments, channels, or lines of business. Typically, project size may be greater than $2.5m.* Develops strategy, processes, resource allocation, budget, guidelines and support of project management team.* Partners with internal project liaisons to acquire resources, assigns tasks, directs activities, and controls project execution. Coaches and mentors 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, devises contingency plans and recommends improvements based on results.* 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 experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.## **Preferred Skills**Accountability, Agile Projects, Analytical Thinking, Budgeting, Leading Project Teams, Meeting Organization, Project Budget Management, Project Implementations, Project Management, Project Scope Development, Stakeholder Engagement, 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 a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.## **Education**Bachelors## **Certifications**No Required Certification(s)## **Licenses**No Required License(s)## **Language Assessments**No Required or Preferred Language Assessments# **Pay Transparency**Base Salary: $0.00 – $0.00Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.# **Application Window**Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 09/25/2026, 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.To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.