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ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for allocating the right personnel, processes, and resources to ensure team effectiveness and efficiency. The position works collaboratively with business line leaders to motivate project teams and determine the best operational approach to reach a desired outcome.
This position specializes in managing multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced environment as well as adapts to project scope changes by placing emphasis on project team involvement and effective communication.
Additionally, this position creates and monitors project timelines, ensures that goals are met, resolves any technical issues, and creates progress reports to share with key internal and external stakeholders. This role works closely with the First Vice President, Core & Digital Banking to escalate issues of concerns, which can include project resources, timelines, and engagement to ensure the success of the organization's initiatives.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
1. Plans, organizes, and directs the completion of specific projects ensuring an effective outcome.
2. Builds and maintaining relationships with senior stakeholders and executives.
3. Assists internal business partners with the business case and requirements gathering process for beginning a new project.
4. Conducts and coordinates internal and external meetings with key stakeholders to achieve desired project outcomes.
5. Serves as the point of contact between the project execution team and project sponsors within senior management.
6. Takes ownership of all tracking and reporting for assigned projects and initiatives.
7. Ensures the Credit Union's project methodology is followed for key organizational and department projects when necessary, including creation and approval of a formal business case and vendor due diligence requirements when necessary.
8. Establishes and builds relationships across the Navigant business lines to facilitate achievement throughout project lifecycles.
9. Helps the team achieve a high level of performance and quality, holding teams accountable for their work, and removing obstacles.
10. Supports Process Improvement activity while overseeing the rollout of new procedures.
11. Performs all other duties as assigned by the First Vice President, Core and Digital Banking.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
BA/BS in computer science, programming, business or related field preferred. 7+ years' proven experience in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
Experience/Skills/Knowledge:
1. 5+ years project management experience required.
2. Project Management certification required.
3. Strong planning and analytical skills required.
4. Advanced Excel experience or other project tracking software preferred.
5. Proven experience with agile methodologies and change control processes required.
6. Must be a strategic thinker who is an advocate of continuous improvement.
7. Strong member service orientation required in alignment with the credit union's mission and core values.
8. Must be able to motivate a team, recognize good talent and bring out the best of each member.
9. Strong communication skills to collaborate with team members and product vendors required.
10. Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to execute projects on time and on budget required.
11. Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision required.
12. Ability to adapt quickly and be flexible with continual changes in projects, product iterations and teams required.
13. Must be PC proficient, including Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Teams) and the Internet.
About
People helping people is what makes Navigant Credit Union truly special. Our mission is to improve the financial well-being of the families, businesses, and communities we serve, and have been since our founding in 1915.
At $4 billion in assets, Navigant Credit Union is the largest credit union in Rhode Island and third largest in New England. Our success is founded upon our community-based values and our belief in putting people first. These are just a few of the reasons why Navigant Credit Union has been named "Rhode Island's Best Place to Work" year-after-year by the Providence Business News.
Our Core Values of "Leadership, Unity, Caring, and Integrity" are the guiding principles for our organization. They are the qualities and/or traits that we consider a high priority for Navigant Credit Union employees.
Navigant Credit Union prides itself on investing in our workforce, while exceeding member expectations. We offer tremendous opportunities for professional development, career advancement, and a best-in-class benefits package including robust medical and dental plans, vision benefits, 401(k) with a generous employer match, tuition reimbursement, competitive salaries, paid volunteer days, and more.
If you believe you'd be a great fit, and are interested in joining our team, check out our open positions and apply today!
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