Project Manager II

Overview :

This is a remote role that may only be hired in the following locations : Raleigh, NC or Phoenix, AZ.

The Project Manager II is responsible for the advanced execution and administration of projects, reporting, and governance supporting an Enterprise Operations team of 2000+ associates.

Manages all aspects of assigned project life cycle including planning, scope definition, design, and delivery. Identifies process weaknesses and develops solutions to address them, assisting management in implementing large-scale strategic initiatives.

Drives active prioritization efforts and the successful completion of multiple simultaneous efforts. Tracks and reports progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, or other performance indicators to analyze strategic impact of project activities.

Coordinates activities of both internal and external parties across multiple functions to achieve project goals. An effective communicator will lead meetings and the identification of risks, action items, issues, and decisions.

May occasionally guide less experienced associates in the work group.

Responsibilities :

Governance Reporting Manages multiple time-sensitive reporting deliverables to stakeholders. Maintains awareness of all deliverables and oversees accurate and timely completion while considering stakeholder feedback and variable requirements.

Communicates effectively, applying judgement and deep business acumen. Candidate must be comfortable operating in an environment of change and complexity.

Agile Program Management - Develops, implements, and evaluates all aspects of assigned programs including sub-projects and related initiatives.

Planning, scheduling, resources, risk, and reporting. Ensures quality and compliance, implementing corrective action where necessary, to ensure cohesion between individual projects and the overall program.

Communicates key performance indicators and program metrics to the appropriate parties.

Business Strategy - Collaborates with business units and senior executives to understand Bank needs, aligning the goals and purpose of projects to wider strategic objectives.

Develops cases to outline and justify program level initiatives in accordance with organizational planning.

Relationship Development - Develops influential relationships with business leaders and other key stakeholders in support of program success.

Oversees issues resolution and ongoing relationship management for assigned initiatives.

Qualifications :

Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of experience in Project Management OR High School Diploma or GED and 8 years of experience in Project Management

Required Skills : Proficiency in technology disciplines (programming language, network engineering, database architecture, system analysis, etc.).

Preferred Skills :

Proficiency with Agile Delivery & Tools (e.g. JIRA / Confluence)

Banking experience, specifically within a large financial institution (LFI)

Financial or accounting experience

Advanced verbal and written communication skills

Strong organization and prioritization skills

Business acumen / knowledge with the ability to navigate complex organizations

Advanced Analytical skills

Computer skills - Advanced MS Office skills

Master's degree

PMP and / or PgMP certification

Lean Six Sigma experience or certification

First Citizens benefits programs are designed to meet our associates where they are in life. Full-time associates (20+ hours) are offered a comprehensive benefits program, with customized offerings, including those designed to support families, however defined.

More information regarding our benefits offerings can be found here : (url removed).