Senior Project Manager

Burke & Herbert Bank & Trust; Camp Hill (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Burke & Herbert Bank & Trust is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead cross-functional initiatives across IT, Operations, and business lines. You will define scope, build detailed plans, manage risks, and govern delivery to ensure on-time, within-scope, and within-budget results aligned to strategic priorities.

You will partner with business leaders, IT, and vendors, provide status reporting to executives, and promote best practices in PMO governance in a fast-paced, regulated banking

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field.
• Minimum of eight years of experience leading complex projects in IT, Operations, or a regulated industry.
• Experience with enterprise project management methodologies and tools.
• PM certification preferred (PMP or equivalent).
• Banking or highly regulated industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project delivery, including scope definition, planning, scheduling, resourcing, budgeting, execution, monitoring, and closeout for assigned projects and programs.
• Partner with business, IT, Operations, and other key functions or stakeholders to define project objectives, deliverables, success criteria, and priorities.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, dependencies, milestones, and risk registers using approved project management tools and methodologies.
• Manage project risks, issues, and change control, escalating appropriately and recommending mitigation strategies.
• Provide regular, accurate project status reporting to sponsors, senior leadership, and governance forums, including impacts to timelines, budget, internal control over financial reporting (ICFR), and information technology general controls (ITGC) where applicable.
• Coordinate and manage third-party vendors to ensure deliverables are clearly defined, realistic, and aligned with internal capacity and priorities.
• Ensure compliance with project management office (PMO) standards, policies, and governance processes, while supporting ongoing refinement and improvement of those processes.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional leadership

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Information Systems

Equivalent work experience

Tools

PMP certification

Enterprise PM tools

Job description

Burke & Herbert Bank & Trust

Senior Project Manager

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Director of Strategic Initiatives Office

DATE: October 25, 2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of complex, cross-functional initiatives across the Bank. This role partners closely with business leaders, IT, Operations, and third-party vendors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within approved scope, and within budget, while aligning to strategic priorities. The Senior Project Manager applies disciplined project management methodologies, provides clear communication and governance, and contributes to the continuous improvement of project management practices across the organization.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lead end-to-end project delivery, including scope definition, planning, scheduling, resourcing, budgeting, execution, monitoring, and closeout for assigned projects and programs.
• Partner with business, IT, Operations, and other key functions or stakeholders to define project objectives, deliverables, success criteria, and priorities.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, dependencies, milestones, and risk registers using approved project management tools and methodologies.
• Manage project risks, issues, and change control, escalating appropriately and recommending mitigation strategies.
• Provide regular, accurate project status reporting to sponsors, senior leadership, and governance forums, including impacts to timelines, budget, internal control over financial reporting (ICFR), and information technology general controls (ITGC) where applicable.
• Coordinate and manage third-party vendors to ensure deliverables are clearly defined, realistic, and aligned with internal capacity and priorities.
• Ensure compliance with project management office (PMO) standards, policies, and governance processes, while supporting ongoing refinement and improvement of those processes.

Other Duties

• Support portfolio-level planning, prioritization, and reporting activities as requested by PMO leadership.
• Mentor and provide informal guidance to project managers and team members, promoting consistent project management practices.
• Participate in strategic planning initiatives and special projects as assigned.
• Maintain proficiency in applicable project management tools, systems, and software.

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to exercise independent judgment and strong analytical skills to resolve non-routine business, technical, and operational challenges.
• Ability to serve as a role model for effective communication, collaboration, and accountability across matrixed project teams.
• Strong project and program management skills, including planning, execution, and governance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
• Ability to analyze complex information, identify risks, and develop practical solutions.
• Confidence to facilitate meetings and present to stakeholders in virtual and in-person settings.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibility but may provide leadership, guidance, and mentoring to matrixed project team members or junior project managers.

For Applicants located in Salisbury , Maryland (MD):

The anticipated salary range for this position is $110,000$170,000 annualy.

For Applicants from all other locations:

The salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

The ranges listed for Maryland represent the good-faith compensation the Company reasonably expects to pay for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, education, certifications, internal equity, and business needs. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as bonuses or incentive pay, where applicable.

Work Environment

This job operates in an office setting, the opportunity to telework is not available. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Office environment with job duties conducted via telephone, face to face meetings, and on the computer.

Physical Demands

This position requires manual dexterity, the ability to lift files and open cabinets. This position requires bending, stooping or standing as necessary.

Travel

Limited local travel may be required for this position.

Education and Experience

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of eight years of experience leading complex projects in IT, Operations, or a regulated industry.

Preferred:

• Project Management Professionalism certification or equivalent project management credential.
• Experience in banking or another highly regulated industry.
• Demonstrated experience working with enterprise project management methodologies and tools.

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This employer is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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