Position Title
Sr. Technology Project Manager

Location
Troy, MI 48098

Job Summary
Responsible for leading a project team through the implementation of highly complex, large-scale, strategic IT and business corporate initiatives. Plans, directs and coordinates activities of departmental technology projects to ensure that goals or objectives of projects are accomplished within prescribed timeframes and funding parameters. Has overall responsibility for planning, directing and coordinating activities pertaining to technology projects that may span multiple business units or the entire enterprise.

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversees the execution all aspects of the project implementation for large scale corporative initiatives, which may include: cost benefits analysis, work plans, functional and technical designs, construction testing and implementation. Ensures efficient and high quality installation of new software and /or systems, and monitors all technical aspects of implementing projects.
• Works with businesses to gather requirements and scope large scale and complex projects. Facilitates the selection of the ultimate solution for the business and conducts cost/benefit analysis on the alternatives.
• Provides both verbal and written communications regarding project status, risks, and issues, and makes recommendations on project decision to Program Manager and Senior Management.
• Works with the business areas in the operational readiness activities to provide support and coordination to ensure adoption of new systems and business processes.

ADDITIONAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Performs special projects, and additional duties and responsibilities as required.
• Consistently adheres to regulatory and compliance policies and standards linked to the job as listed and complete required compliance trainings. Accountable to maintain compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Required Qualifications:

• Education level required: Undergraduate Degree (4 years or equivalent)
• Minimum experience required: 8+ Years (or 10years of comparable experience.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education level preferred: Undergraduate Degree (4 years or equivalent)
• Preferred Project management certificate (PMP) from the Project Management institute (PMI)
• Preferred Clarity, ITIL Foundations certified

Job Competencies:

• Proven ability to manage internal and external development projects from inception to successful implementation
• Strong project management skills with the demonstrated ability to multitask and manage multiple small and large projects in a cross-functional environment
• Strong understanding of the software development process, including requirement gathering, analysis/design, development tools/technologies, release/version control, contemporary testing methodologies and deployment management
• Strong proficiency with both Agile and Waterfall/SDLC methodologies
• Strong ability to coordinate and execute cross-functionally with technical managers, business managers, SME's, customers, etc.
• Ability to communicate needs and schedules, as well as ensure that plans are in place and standards are adhered to
• Excellent ability to communicate verbally and in technical writing to all levels of the organization in a proactive, contextually appropriate manner
• Excellent ability in interpreting customer business needs and translating them into application and operational requirements
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills at all management levels
• Demonstrated ability to coach other team members
• Strong ability to influence those not within direct control
• Proven ability to establish a high level of trust and confidence in both the business and IT communities
• Excellent ability to prioritize work by dividing time, attention, and effort between current project workload and ongoing support tasks
• Strong financial analysis skills and familiarity with financial reporting tools
• Strong ability to deliver presentations of complex information to a variety of audiences
• Demonstrated ability to manage to a project budget
• Demonstrates a strong ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders by communicating clearly, engaging in proactive collaboration, and leveraging cross functional insights. Aligns relationship building efforts with enterprise goals to accelerate performance and drive strategic results.
• Builds trusted client relationships, whether internal or external, by identifying needs and delivering tailored solutions to enhance the overall client experience.
• No Travel Required
• Physical demands (ADA): No unusual physical exertion is involved.

Flagstar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Flagstar provides teammates access to a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: Benefits | Flagstar Bank