Director Enterprise Program & Project Management

BECU

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Is it surprising to hear that a financial institution of 1.5 million members and over $30 billion in managed assets say that success comes from focusing on people, not profits? Our “people helping people” philosophy has guided us since 1935, driving our deep commitment to serving our members, communities, and each other. When you join our team, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work makes a real difference. While we’re proud of our history, we’re even more excited about our future. With business and technology transformation on the horizon, there’s never been a better time to be part of BECU. IMPACT YOU’LL MAKE As the Director of Enterprise Program & Project Management (EPMO), you'll shape BECU's success by leading a high-performing team of program and project managers. Your mission is to align people, processes, and tools to deliver strategic initiatives with excellence — on time and on budget. You'll bring executive presence, courage of leadership, and a sharp business lens to drive high-stakes programs across the enterprise. Whether it's navigating regulatory work, advancing Agile delivery, or holding stakeholders accountable, you'll be a key player in enabling transformation and building operational excellence. This isn’t just about ticking off tasks on a list. It's about making a significant, positive change in BECU’s journey, where your contributions are valued, and your growth is continually fostered. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN A high-visibility leadership role driving critical enterprise-wide transformation Opportunities to lead strategic programs that directly impact member experience Exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders A voice in shaping the future of Agile and delivery practices at BECU A collaborative, inclusive culture that supports growth and bold thinking

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, or related field—or equivalent.
Minimum 8 years of progressive leadership experience in program, project, or portfolio management, including at least 5 years managing people and building high-performing teams.
Strong executive presence with proven ability to influence and redirect senior leaders when needed.
Understanding of software development processes with hands-on experience in Waterfall, Scrum, and project management methodologies.
Demonstrated expertise in Agile principles, along with demonstrated success in both short-range (1 year) and long-range (3–5 year) strategic planning.
Demonstrated success in delivering high-stakes product or program initiatives.
Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to dive deep into complex information and convey it clearly to diverse audiences; demonstrates a bias for action and earns trust through clear, effective communication.
To join our dynamic team, we require candidates to be residents of WA, OR, ID, AZ, TX, GA, NC, VA, CA, or SC.
If you’re located in Washington state and within a reasonable driving distance from Tukwila, we are requesting that you come into our HQ on Tuesdays & Wednesdays. For those candidates that live outside the commute distance of TFC and in any of our approved remote work locations, this role will be remote.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree.
FI experience preferred: banks, service provider, or credit union.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Responsibilities

Lead a High-Performing Team: Inspire, coach, and develop a team of Program and Project Managers delivering high-impact, enterprise-wide initiatives.
Oversee Complex Programs: Direct the delivery of projects that span multiple business lines, ensuring outcomes are timely, scoped, and financially sound.
Budget & Financial Stewardship: Manage project and program budgets, ensuring financial reconciliation and accuracy.
Scope and Plan Delivery: Partner with Technology and business leaders to define requirements, build project plans, and align resources.
Advance Frameworks & Practices: Drive maturity of Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery models in collaboration with the Enterprise Agility team.
Provide Executive-Level Reporting: Keep leaders informed with actionable insights on project risks, progress, and strategic alignment.
Navigate Risks & Roadblocks: Lead the issue resolution process and influence executive stakeholders when pivots are required.
Champion Change Management: Oversee organizational change tied to EPMO initiatives, processes, and standards.
Uplift Team Culture & Performance: Mentor and support staff, conduct timely performance evaluations, and foster a learning environment.