Project Manager

Project Manager

Locations: Charlotte, NC | Iselin, NJ
Department: Technology for the Chief Operating Office (TCOO) - Portfolio Delivery and Execution (PDEX)
Employment Type: Contract
Reports To: Engineering and Cloud Migrations Team Lead

About the Role:

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business Services Consultant to join the Portfolio Delivery and Execution (PDEX) team. This role will support the Engineering and Cloud Migrations Team, focusing on DISP/Cloud Migration and other Non-Book of Work (Non-BoW) change initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud migration, data center exits, and technology-business alignment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the technology change portfolio across Global Operations and the Chief Administration Office.
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with Line of Business (LOB) partners, Technology leaders, Finance, Change Management, Architecture, and Risk teams.
• Maintain a centralized repository of key portfolio execution data and ensure data integrity.
• Create and contribute to monthly reporting artifacts, including portfolio commentary, executive talking points, and status updates for senior leadership.
• Collaborate with Finance and Portfolio Planning to track capacity forecasts vs. actuals, and provide variance analysis.
• Support LOB and Technology leaders in tracking quarterly milestones and maintaining strategic roadmaps.
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of multiple initiatives under tight deadlines.
• Communicate complex information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences, including executive leadership.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience in cloud migration, data center exits, and technology-business coordination.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and deliver high-quality results.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics.
• Experience in creating executive-level dashboards, analytics, and reports using Power BI or similar tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with JIRA for project tracking and collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with the client or within the banking/financial services industry.
• Exposure to Consumer Banking, Wholesale Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, Fraud Operations, or the Chief Administration Office.
• Experience in financial reporting, including commentary and variance analysis.
• Ability to influence and build relationships across LOB stakeholders, CIO leadership, and architecture teams.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

Job Expectations:

• Deliver efficient, timely, and reliable service to business partners and internal teams.
• Align with the client's technology strategy and support strategic objectives through effective communication and information dissemination.
• Use a variety of tools and communication tactics to ensure impactful messaging to target audiences.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and sound judgment in all interactions.