Project Manager III (Remote)

First Citizens Bank; Raleigh (NC); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank is seeking a Project Manager III to oversee large-scale projects remotely. The role involves strategic planning, project coordination, and collaboration across functions to ensure successful project outcomes. Candidates should have significant project management experience and be able to lead teams effectively.

Qualifications

• 6 years of experience in Project Management or 10 years with a High School Diploma.
• Experience in project schedule management and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for strategic development and management of large-scale projects.
• Coordinates a team of associates throughout the project life cycle.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Financial Forecasting

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Clarity

MS Project

Job description

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This is a remote role that may only be hired in one of the following locations: AL, AR, CT, DE, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MS, NC, NE, NM, NV, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, UT, VA, VT, WV.

This position is responsible for projects of a substantial scope and influence within the Bank. Manages the execution and administration of the project life cycle, including planning, scope definition, design, and delivery. Plans, tracks, and reports progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, and other performance indicators to analyze the strategic impact of project activities. Coordinates activities of both internal and external parties across multiple functions to achieve project goals. May oversee the work of less experienced associates in the work group.

A Project Manager III at First Citizens is expected to independently plan and lead a medium to large-scale project or run multiple workstreams in a large-scale program.

Responsibilities

• Strategy: Responsible for strategic development, execution, and management of large-scale projects. Maximizes available resources while minimizing risk. Ensures high-quality results by employing best practices, engaging appropriate expertise, and making administrative decisions.
• Project Coordination: Coordinates a team of associates throughout the project life cycle. Conveys clear expectations of project goals. Directs work activities and keeps the team on track with the project schedule. Resolves complex and escalated issues as they arise. Recommends and implements modifications to improve project results.
• Collaboration: Works in conjunction with individuals, business units, and outside parties. Assists in negotiations with external consultants or vendors. Facilitates communication across functions to enhance process flow. May serve as a project resource to wider organization or business units.
• Reporting: Develops methods of tracking progress and performance. Analyzes results to determine potential issues, risks, and enhancements. Conveys recommendations to appropriate parties through reports or other documentation.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience in Project Management OR High School Diploma or GED and 10 years of experience in Project Management.

Additional Requirements

• Experience in Project Management, including project schedule management, stakeholder management, financial forecasting and tracking, project execution, project health assessment and status reporting, and familiarity with the project management lifecycle.
• Ability to work with business lines to understand and deliver required project outcomes.
• Ability to work with technology teams collaboratively to ensure project success.

Preferred

• Banking experience.
• Lending experience - Commercial or Retail.
• Proficiency in a project planning tool or tools (Clarity, MS Project, others).
• Experience with oversight of technology disciplines.
• Industry certification such as Project Management Institute (PMI).