Senior Project Manager

Firstclose

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About The Position

FirstClose is an innovative, dynamic and leading finance technology provider that designs, develops, and delivers best-in-class nationwide property & borrower data intelligence and settlement services to financial institutions in real estate and mortgage lending. Our innovative platform (a proprietary Sofware-as-a-Service application (SaaS)) has streamlined the loan process for over 250 lending institutions by directly integrating with existing loan origination systems to deliver instant property data, valuation, title, and settlement services, all in one place efficiently. Our mission is to empower lenders and their borrowers with cutting-edge solutions, enhance efficiency and drive success in the ever-evolving mortgage industry. We are continually growing and evolving. FirstClose operates on five core values: 1) Clients First - Focus on the market and needs of our clients. 2) Accountability - Be the change you seek, 3) Passion - Develop new ways to do things. 4) Respect - Build a culture of trust and transparency. 5) Engagement - Foster inclusion and collaboration.

The Senior Project Manager will lead cross-functional technology, integration, and operational initiatives that drive strategic growth and efficiency across FirstClose. This role requires a proactive, organized, and collaborative leader who can manage complex projects, automate and streamline project management processes, and enhance PMO reporting capabilities.

You will play a key role in ensuring project delivery excellence, supporting process maturity within the PMO, and partnering closely with technology, operations, product, and client-facing teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive project management experience, preferably within FinTech, SaaS, or financial services industries.
• Proven track record managing complex, cross-functional technology or integration projects.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid).
• Experience with project management and reporting tools (e.g., Asana, Jira, Smartsheet, or Power BI).
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Nice To Haves

• PMP, CSM, or other relevant project management certification.
• Experience implementing PMO frameworks or reporting dashboards.
• Background in automation tools or process optimization initiatives.
• Understanding of mortgage lending, HELOC, or home equity processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver projects: Manage end-to-end execution of technology, integration, and operational projects, ensuring alignment with company goals, timelines, and quality standards.
• Stakeholder management: Build strong relationships with internal teams, executives, and external partners to ensure project objectives are clearly defined and achieved.
• PMO process improvement: Drive the automation of project management workflows, templates, and reporting dashboards to increase efficiency and visibility.
• Reporting and governance: Develop and maintain standardized PMO reporting on project status, risks, benefits, and resource utilization for executive leadership.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Partner with engineering, product, and operations teams to ensure seamless coordination and timely issue resolution.
• Risk and change management: Identify potential risks early, develop mitigation strategies, and manage change effectively throughout the project lifecycle.
• Mentorship and leadership: Support the PMO’s growth by sharing best practices and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Vendor and integration oversight: Coordinate with third-party technology providers and clients to ensure successful integration and implementation projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees