Senior Project Manager

Senior Project/Program Manager – Commercial Banking Technology & Operations

Contract length: 12-24 months

Location: Remote but need to be located in a nearby hub (Chicago, Milwaukee, Indianapolis, Dallas, New York, Tempe)

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead large-scale, cross-functional initiatives within Commercial Banking Technology & Operations. This role drives complex technology integrations, conversions, and transformation programs—often in the context of mergers, acquisitions, or enterprise-wide change. The ideal candidate is a hands-on executor who can operate effectively across all levels of the organization while maintaining strong structure, governance, and delivery discipline.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end technology and operational integration programs, including system conversions and platform alignment.
• Coordinate across technology and operations workstreams, managing dependencies and delivery plans.
• Serve as the central interface between line-of-business leaders, technology teams, operations partners, and enterprise stakeholders.
• Work effectively up and down the organization, influencing senior leaders while actively engaging delivery teams.
• Break down large initiatives into actionable work packages across both Technology and Operations.
• Define scope, milestones, risks, and success metrics for all workstreams.
• Drive execution through hands-on problem solving, risk mitigation, and removal of delivery blockers.
• Provide clear and consistent communication on program status, decisions, and outcomes.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 8 years of program or project management experience within financial services.
• Proven experience leading technology integrations and system conversions.
• Strong understanding of commercial banking products and operations, including lending, leasing, and payments.
• Demonstrated ability to create structure in complex, ambiguous environments.
• Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Experience working in highly regulated banking environments.
• Strong background partnering with Technology and Operations teams simultaneously.
• Comfortable balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and outcome-focused.
• Leadership presence with the ability to influence without direct authority.