Head of Project Management

Project Manager

Vice President/Information Systems

Responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of organizational projects and initiatives, ensuring timely completion, within scope, and alignment with strategic credit union objectives. Define project objectives, timelines, milestones, and resource requirements in collaboration with key department representatives and leaders. Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues and elevate appropriately. Responsible for driving project momentum and fostering a team culture while encouraging initiatives forward with purpose and urgency.

The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in project management methodology and a demonstrated track record of developing, documenting, and enforcing project management processes, standards, and guidelines that elevate team performance and delivery quality. This role requires someone who will champion structure and discipline while remaining adaptable and collaborative. Bachelor’s degree in project management, Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field, as well as Project Management experience, is required. PMP certification is preferred; however, candidates who do not currently hold a PMP certification must demonstrate a willingness and ability to obtain certification within 12 months of employment. Must possess strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a data-driven approach to decision-making. Requires exceptional communication, time management, and writing skills.

Must be able to view a terminal screen and operate a computer keyboard. Ability to travel to off-site facilities is required. Drive project momentum from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, and closure

Define project scope, objectives, timelines, milestones, and resource requirements in conjunction with the project sponsor

Develop and maintain detailed project plans, work breakdown structures, and schedules

Proactively manage scope, schedule, and budget of each project

Design, document, and continuously improve project management processes, frameworks, templates, and guidelines to foster consistent execution

Manage project tracking, task management, and reporting processes

Serve as primary contact for active projects while managing expectations and providing consistent updates to leadership