Overview To plan, manage, and execute all aspects of life-cycle projects from inception through implementation. To develop project plans and deliver solutions on schedule and within budget in support of service innovations and organizational and process changes/enhancements.Responsibilities
Ensures effective management of projects from inception through implementation
Defines, develops, and executes project plans, including scope definition, expectations, activities, cost estimates, and schedules
Works with the business group to determine and understand business requirements
Manages projects from concept through the planning, analysis, design, testing, implementation, and transition phases
Develops clear and concise "big picture" of projects within Navy Federal organizational goals
Directs and leads Project Teams by developing and coordinating work plans, schedules, milestones, deliverables, and training
Manages project budgets including risk and impact of changes to project plans
Identifies and minimizes project risks or constraints that would impact project deliverables
Identifies, communicates, and resolves branch/division/department areas of concern, or cross-organizational that may impede or impact other projects/initiatives
Maintains/archives project documentation
Ensures project deliverables are met in accordance with customers' expectations
Sets, manages, and communicates client expectations for the project
Oversees project progress to ensure project documentation and schedules are in compliance with previously agreed requirements and standards
Identifies, escalates and/or resolves issues associated with project(s) ensuring deliverables conform to established quality and schedules
Monitors and controls risks ensuring timelines are met and project goals are attained
Facilitates project team and client meetings for the resolution of project issues
Provides project status reports to management
Ensures success of projects by working closely with Procurement regarding vendor contracts
Works closely with Procurement to clearly define and understand contracts, including language, scope, pre- and post-award, contract closure, basic legal aspects, and risk management
Manages contracts' quality assurance, including contract administration and execution
Manages contract budget, cost control mechanisms and Change control
Serves as primary point of contact for project management and related issues
Secures resources and ensures optimum utilization of those resources, meeting budgetary requirements
Allocates project team assignments to ensure accountability, establishes a team environment, manages personnel changes, and executes the training plan
Manages, executes, and communicates project plan, changes, direction, approach, and priorities based on changing business requirements, circumstances, new information and/or budget considerations to
stakeholders
Establishes team objectives and assignments, reviews work products, and provides timely feedback to staff regarding performance; may provide input to team members' performance appraisals
Promotes team building and skills development of project team members
Manages multiple, large, and highly complex projects
Participates in developing, modifying, and executing department policies, standards, and processes
Provides guidance on issues having department and/or organization-wide impact
Works on complex issues requiring in-depth knowledge of organizational objectives and competing priorities
Solves highly technical and complex problems
Negotiates with or influences division/department management to facilitate project resolution within timelines and budget constraints
Manages relationships with vendors, participates in contact negotiations, oversees contract quality assurance, budget, and cost mechanisms
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
Extensive project management experience overseeing multiple, large complex projects
Advanced knowledge of project lifecycles, project management methodologies, and business requirements analysis
Expertise developing and managing relationships across business units and the organization
Extensive experience in leading, guiding, and mentoring others in a constantly changing and challenging environment
Strong understanding of contact and their impact on projects
Proficiency with PCs and related software applications (word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and project management applications)
PMP Certification (or commensurate experience managing corporate-wide projects)
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Demonstrated skill in producing desired results and achieving goals and objectives
Demonstrated skill directing and controlling project activities of a broad functional area
Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or related field or the equivalent combination of education, training, or experience
Desired Qualification
Advanced Degree in Business, Management, Economics, Finance, or related field
Knowledge of Navy Federal's, or other financial institutions', operations
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PMLocations: 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180 | 5510 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526 | 141 Security Drive, Winchester, VA 22602About Us Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks. Best Companies for Latinos to Work for 2024 Computerworld® Best Places to Work in IT Forbes® 2024 America's Best Large Employers Forbes® 2023 The Best Employers for New Grads Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennials™ 2023 Fortune Best Workplaces for Women ™ 2023 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® 2024 Military Times 2023 Best for Vets Employers Newsweek Most Loved Workplaces Ripplematch Campus Forward Award - Excellence in Early Career Hiring Yello and WayUp Top 100 Internship ProgramsFrom Fortune. ©2024 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. Fortune and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of, Navy Federal Credit Union.Equal Employment Opportunity: Navy Federal values, celebrates, and enacts diversity in the workplace. Navy Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities, disabled veterans, Armed Forces service medal veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. EOE/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability EOE/AA/M/F/Veteran/DisabilityHybrid Workplace: Navy Federal Credit Union is a hybrid workplace, and details will be discussed during your interview process.Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market positionBank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.REQNUMBER: 21369
Full-time