SVP, Director of Project Management

Forbright Bank • Chevy Chase, MD

1d • $175,000 - $200,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The SVP, Director of Project Management is responsible for the managing the Project Management Office (PMO) within the Bank and overseeing the effective execution of new project initiatives.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Minimum 12 years of directly relevant experience
• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience required
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required
• Strong understanding of the banking and financial services industry
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Outstanding problem-solving and time management skills
• Self-motivated, self-directed, and results-oriented
• Adaptable and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Can work independently and within a team; solution-oriented with a collaborative approach

Responsibilities

• Develop and direct project management operations and strategic planning to meet organizational goals
• Establish and maintain project management policies and framework used for effective project delivery across the Bank and ensure compliance across several lines of business
• Administer training and development for project managers reporting directly to the PMO or embedded with the lines of business
• Respond to escalated project issues that may impede project delivery and coordinate solutions
• Monitor and analyze project metrics to identify weaknesses or problems to propose operational improvements and cost savings for future projects
• Deliver aggregated project reporting to management and board committees with oversight
• Serve as the main point of contact within the organization for employees, regulators, auditors and other relevant authorities on issues related to project management
• Produce training plans and provide expert guidance on policy requirements to Bank employees
• Maintain a repository of project management records in the Bank
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Supervise assigned employees by organizing and monitoring work progress
• Maintain staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees
• Manage performance of employees through development, coaching, and counseling

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
• 4 weeks PTO
• 401k + company match
• Metro SmartTrip benefits ($50/mo)
• Remote or hybrid work schedules for most positions
• Incentives for purchasing solar panels, electric vehicles, biking to work, etc.
• Paid subscriptions to Veterans Compost, Capital Bikeshare, Imperfect Foods reimbursement, and more!
• Best Workplaces for Commuters 2023 & 2024 winner
• The Washington Post Top Workplaces 2023, 2024, and 2025 winner
• American Banker Best Banks to Work For 2023 winner

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree