Events, Project Manager

Capital One•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Events, Project Manager As a Principal, Project Manager at Capital One, you can achieve results you never thought possible by leading critical and strategic business projects. In this exciting role you will work closely with key stakeholders to deliver results that will have a direct impact on the bottom line of the company. You will work with smart, talented people who will challenge you to excel. You will be rewarded for your passion and your achievements. General Responsibilities: Manage contracts from creation through final execution, ensuring timely approvals and accurate documentation Lead event planning logistics, including venue coordination, vendor management, budget tracking; includes collateral and premium/giveaways development and procurement Serve as the central point of contact across Sales, Legal, Finance, and vendors to ensure smooth communication Build project timelines and checklists to keep deliverables organized and on schedule Handle procurement tasks such as submitting POs and invoices through internal systems Provide on-site event oversight, vendor setup, and day-of execution Work on large and small scale projects that have a direct impact on the company. Manage programs and portfolios for change initiatives that have been prioritized by the organization. Drive projects based on defined priorities; ensure scope of deliverables, timelines and budget are met; identify risks and issues and mitigate or escalate as needed. Plan, design, and manage project plans to ensure delivery. This activity includes management through feasibility, design, planning and implementation. Leverage problem solving skills to ensure project plans deliver on intent and maintain key project documentation. Partner with project customers to provide strategic and tactical thought partnership to effectively drive project delivery. Forge relationships with key stakeholders to ensure delivery of commitments and alignment on intent. Identify ways to improve and streamline business processes. Exhibit a proven track record of project management, bringing the ability to quickly put structure in place to manage the work. Demonstrate outstanding communication and partnership skills which are essential for interacting and communicating with key stakeholders across all levels to manage, inform, and influence outcomes. Demonstrate organizational agility to adapt to changing demands. Display strong consulting and collaboration skills.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certification
At least 3 years of experience with Microsoft Office or G Suite
At least 2 years of Project Management, Process Management or Relationship Management experience

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree or Military experience
3+ years of experience in Project Management, Process Management or Relationship Management
PMP, Lean, Agile or Six Sigma certification

Responsibilities

Manage contracts from creation through final execution, ensuring timely approvals and accurate documentation
Lead event planning logistics, including venue coordination, vendor management, budget tracking; includes collateral and premium/giveaways development and procurement
Serve as the central point of contact across Sales, Legal, Finance, and vendors to ensure smooth communication
Build project timelines and checklists to keep deliverables organized and on schedule
Handle procurement tasks such as submitting POs and invoices through internal systems
Provide on-site event oversight, vendor setup, and day-of execution
Work on large and small scale projects that have a direct impact on the company.
Manage programs and portfolios for change initiatives that have been prioritized by the organization.
Drive projects based on defined priorities; ensure scope of deliverables, timelines and budget are met; identify risks and issues and mitigate or escalate as needed.
Plan, design, and manage project plans to ensure delivery.
Leverage problem solving skills to ensure project plans deliver on intent and maintain key project documentation.
Partner with project customers to provide strategic and tactical thought partnership to effectively drive project delivery.
Forge relationships with key stakeholders to ensure delivery of commitments and alignment on intent.
Identify ways to improve and streamline business processes.
Exhibit a proven track record of project management, bringing the ability to quickly put structure in place to manage the work.
Demonstrate outstanding communication and partnership skills which are essential for interacting and communicating with key stakeholders across all levels to manage, inform, and influence outcomes.
Demonstrate organizational agility to adapt to changing demands.
Display strong consulting and collaboration skills.