Lead Project Manager
1 month ago
With us, you’ll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our
collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together.
And we mean it — we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies.We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.
Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.
Job Description:
Responsible for managing projects from inception to implementation. Leads project teams to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet business needs. Actively manages and escalates risk and customer-impacting issues within the day-to-day role to management. .
Responsibilities
Gathers business requirements and translates them for project teams. Manages all aspects of each project. Leads project teams to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet business needs.
Assembles project teams. Aligns roles and responsibilities for all project resources. Ensures project progress is tracked and team members are providing progress updates.
Assists with business requirements analyses. Manages project scopes, issues, and risks. Ensures change controls are executed appropriately. Estimates work efforts and manages resources.
Documents agendas, meeting minutes, action items, project plans, and issue logs. Communicates project statuses to stakeholders.
Assists project teams regarding cross-team dependencies.
Assists project teams with work forecast and demand intake.
Minimum Qualifications
At a minimum, here’s what we need from you:
Bachelor's Degree in Arts, Information Technology, Business, or related field
4+ years of experience in Project Management, Computer Science, Infrastructure Technology Solutions, or related field
In lieu of a degree, 6+ years of experience in Project Management, Computer Science, Infrastructure Technology Solutions, or related experience
Preferred Qualifications
If we had our say, we’d also look for:
6+ years of experience in Project Management, Computer Science, Infrastructure Technology Solutions, or related field
Strong written and oral communication skills
Agile and/or Kanban, PMP
Intermediate level
experience with Jira
Data Engineering/Data Migration highly desired
Awareness of program Helix eco-system.
#LI-CM
Application Deadline:
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on May-26-2024. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.
About This Role
Discover. A brighter future.
With us, you’ll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our
collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together.
And we mean it — we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies.We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.
Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.
Job Description:
Responsible for managing projects from inception to implementation. Leads project teams to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet business needs. Actively manages and escalates risk and customer-impacting issues within the day-to-day role to management. .
Responsibilities
Gathers business requirements and translates them for project teams. Manages all aspects of each project. Leads project teams to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet business needs.
Assembles project teams. Aligns roles and responsibilities for all project resources. Ensures project progress is tracked and team members are providing progress updates.
Assists with business requirements analyses. Manages project scopes, issues, and risks. Ensures change controls are executed appropriately. Estimates work efforts and manages resources.
Documents agendas, meeting minutes, action items, project plans, and issue logs. Communicates project statuses to stakeholders.
Assists project teams regarding cross-team dependencies.
Assists project teams with work forecast and demand intake.
Minimum Qualifications
At a minimum, here’s what we need from you:
Bachelor's Degree in Arts, Information Technology, Business, or related field
4+ years of experience in Project Management, Computer Science, Infrastructure Technology Solutions, or related field
In lieu of a degree, 6+ years of experience in Project Management, Computer Science, Infrastructure Technology Solutions, or related experience
Preferred Qualifications
If we had our say, we’d also look for:
6+ years of experience in Project Management, Computer Science, Infrastructure Technology Solutions, or related field
Strong written and oral communication skills
Agile and/or Kanban, PMP
Intermediate level
experience with Jira
Data Engineering/Data Migration highly desired
Awareness of program Helix eco-system.
#LI-CM
Application Deadline:
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on May-26-2024. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.
Compensation:
The base pay for this position generally ranges between $75,500.00 to $127,900.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.
Benefits:
We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
401(k) Plan
Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account
STD, Life, LTD and AD&D
Recognition Program
Education Assistance
Commuter Benefits
Family Support Programs
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com .
What are you waiting for? Apply today
All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work.To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.
Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status.
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