Head of Project Management

Take the next step toward your new career today! Become a part of the diverse and inclusive team within our nationally recognized award-winning Bank that is one of the strongest in the nation. Woodforest National Bank is privately owned, and our Employee Stock Ownership Plan is the largest shareholder. We focus on building relationships and discovering opportunities to better serve our communities and understand the financial needs of every customer we serve. At Woodforest we care and prove it by volunteering with local charities and foodbanks to give back to the communities we serve. By joining Woodforest you will become a part of one of the largest employee-owned banks in the country!

Key Responsibilities

Leads analysis of project opportunities to determine and document requirements; evaluate business cases, feasibility and alternatives; and assess the relative priority of the project.

Develops and manages project plans, schedules, reports, success criteria and controls to track, monitor and report on project costs, timelines and deliverables.

Facilitates all operational checkpoint activities and leads communications throughout the project lifecycle.

Documents, assesses and resolves all high priority project risks and obstacles as they are encountered.

Reviews, monitors, and provides guidance on development, testing and implementation plans and activities to ensure support of business requirements and adherence to project methodology standards.

Competencies Required

Strong leadership, facilitation and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and achieve results through the efforts of others.

Exceptional communication and presentation skills with an ability to effectively interact with and convey information to people who possess varying levels of understanding on applicable topics.

Extensive knowledge of project management methodologies, system development and testing techniques, marketing and communication strategies, and banking operations, systems and regulatory guidelines.

Demonstrates an Agile mindset and understands the foundations of Agile.

Demonstrated experience with SAFe scaled Agile Framework or Scrum Org Framework.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) with basic technical knowledge of SQL server data structures, Windows, and .Net framework.

Exceptional organizational, process and project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast paced environment and to instill a sense of urgency in others as necessary to meet deadlines.

Strategic and problem solving mindset with developed analytical skills and strong attention to detail.

Job
Technology Services

Primary Location
Texas-The Woodlands

Schedule
Full-time

Work Locations
TX - Operations Center-0100

Unposting Date
Ongoing

Organization
Texas - Houston

Minimum Qualifications/Experience

7-10 years’ experience in the analysis, design, development or implementation of information technology solutions, systems, or products required.

5-7 years project and process management experience in the banking or financial services industry preferred.

Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Scrum Master required.

Formal Education & Certification

Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science or related field required.

Graduate degree preferred.

Industry recognized project management certification required or 10 years’ as a Project Manager

Industry recognized scrum master certification required or 10 years’ as a Scrum Master.

Work Status

Full-Time.

Supervisory Responsibility

None.

Travel

Up to 10% travel expected.

Working Conditions

Conditions involve lifting no more than ten pounds, sitting most of the time, but may involve walking, moving, or standing for brief periods, and occasionally lifting and carrying articles like files, ledgers, folders, etc.

Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Nothing herein restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Woodforest is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Veterans.

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