Project Manager II

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, MN, NC, NE, NM, NV, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, UT, VA, VT, WV

This position is responsible for the advanced execution and administration of Bank projects. Manages all aspects of assigned project life cycle including planning, scope definition, design, and delivery. Plans, tracks and reports progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, and other performance indicators. Coordinates activities of both internal and external parties across multiple functions to achieve project goals. May occasionally guide less experienced associates in the work group.

This role is focused on projects supporting the Commercial Bank. A Project Manager II at First Citizens is expected to independently plan and lead a small to medium scale project or run a workstream within a larger program.

Responsibilities

• Strategy – Responsible for the strategic development, execution, and management of 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 project life cycle. Conveys clear expectations of project goals. Resolves issues, directs work activities, and keeps team on track with project schedule.
• 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.
• Reporting – Implements methods of tracking progress and performance. Conveys results of tracking to appropriate parties through reports or other documentation.

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

Additional Requirements:

• Experience leading projects
• 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

If hired in Minnesota, the base pay for this position is generally between $88,650 and $153,660. If hired in Vermont, the base pay for this position is generally between $88,650 and $153,660. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment.

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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First Citizens Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military membership, Application, or obligation, or any other legally protected status.