Senior Project Manager – Strategic Events & Convenings

capitalone; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital One in McLean, VA is seeking a Senior Associate, Project Manager - CFI&I Strategic Events & Convenings to lead end-to-end planning and delivery of high-stakes executive events. You'll balance meticulous detail with strategic objectives, manage budgets, vendors, and cross-functional teams, and craft premium guest experiences that advance business priorities.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in project or event management, strong collaboration skills, and a track record of delivering

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certification
• At least 3 years of experience in project management, process management, project delivery, or any combination of the three
• At least 3 years of experience in event management or logistics

Responsibilities

• Lead full-lifecycle planning, intent design, logistics, site selection, venue management, and execution of CFI&I's strategic events, summit convenings, and executive roundtables.
• Oversee detailed event budgets, cost forecasting, vendor contract negotiations (AV, catering, venues, production agencies), and procurement processes to maximize ROI and operational efficiency.
• Oversee live on-site execution and partnership with vendors.
• Shape and influence event intent and strategy by translating complex enterprise and local team goals into actionable, premium event concepts.
• Build consensus quickly across a matrixed environment, partnering closely with CF and CI&I leaders, internal corporate teams, senior executives, vendors, and external partners.
• Deliver a best-in-class customer experience by integrating hospitality best practices, seamless guest journeys, and premium touchpoints into every convening when appropriate.
• Create repeatable frameworks, templates, and playbooks to scale and mature the centralized events management function.
• Provide real-time strategic counsel and status updates to stakeholders and senior leaders to navigate evolving business needs.
• Orchestrate cross-functional collaboration between Community Finance, Community Impact & Investment, GPAG, GEC, LOBs, and external partners.
• Measure and report on event impact by tracking KPIs and producing high-quality, executive-ready decks and briefings.
• Work seamlessly as part of a collaborative team, proactively rolling up your sleeves to solve complex problems and automate workflows.

Skills

Project management

Event management

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Capital One in McLean, VA is seeking a Senior Associate, Project Manager - CFI&I Strategic Events & Convenings to lead end-to-end planning and delivery of high-stakes executive events. You'll balance meticulous detail with strategic objectives, manage budgets, vendors, and cross-functional teams, and craft premium guest experiences that advance business priorities.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in project or event management, strong collaboration skills, and a track record of delivering