Director Project Office (Remote)

Overview

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

This position leads and manages a major portion of the Bank's project management organization. Provides Bank leadership with critical information for prioritizing initiatives and tracking project progress. Utilizes leadership and project management expertise to ensure project initiatives are delivered as planned and committed. Oversees project managers and associates for compliance with regulatory requirements, compliance with project management standards, leveraging of project management best practices, and achievement of project goals and Bank strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Project Management - Leads a team of project managers throughout the project management life cycle to ensure quality results, manage project budgets, and achieve stated business objectives. Educates associates on standard project processes, policies, and tools that impact project execution. Measures and communicates project performance to executive leadership. Resolves complex or escalated project issues.
• Project Strategy - Create strategies and recommends alternative approaches to accomplish project objectives. Manages risks through the development of contingency plans and mitigation strategies.
• Managerial Functions - Manages the performance, training, and evaluation of assigned staff. Maximizes project achievements by providing education and development.
• Project Expertise - Maintains a strong knowledge of best practices and methods of delivering project results through networking and education within the industry. Serves as an expert resource to project managers, Bank leadership, and other associates.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of experience in Project Management and Strategic Planning

OR High School Diploma or GED and 12 years of experience in Project Management and Strategic Planning

Additional Requirements:

• 10+ years experience in Program and Portfolio Management
• Experience in Project Management Methodologies (Waterfall and Agile)
• Leadership experience, at a Project Management level, as well as executive level
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience in project management tools (i.e. Jira, Confluence, Clarity/PPM tool)

Preferred:

• Experience in Banking or Financial industry
• Experience in a System Development Lifecycle approaches
• Certification in Project Management Methodology (Waterfall and Agile)
• PMI or Agile certifications

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.

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