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Project Manager II (Risk Management)

5510 Heritage Oaks Dr, Pensacola, FL, 32526, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$78K/yr - $123K/yr

Navy Federal Credit Union is a leading financial institution committed to providing meaningful career experiences. They are seeking a Project Manager II to plan, manage, and execute life-cycle projects, ensuring solutions are delivered on schedule and within budget while supporting service innovations and organizational changes.

AssociationFinancial ServicesNon Profit

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Ensures effective management of projects from inception through implementation

Defines, develops and executes project plans, including scope definition, expectations, activities, cost estimates, and schedules

Works with the business group to determine and understand business requirements

Manages projects from concept through the planning, analysis, design, testing, implementation, and transition phases

Develops clear and concise "big picture" of projects within Navy Federal organizational goals

Directs and leads Project Teams by developing and coordinating work plans, schedules, milestones, deliverables, and training

Manages project budgets including risk and impact of changes to project plans

Identifies and minimizes project risks or constraints that would impact project deliverables

Identifies, communicates, and resolves branch/division/department areas of concern, or cross-organizational that may impede or impact other projects/initiatives

Maintains/archives project documentation

Ensures project deliverables are met in accordance with customers' expectations

Sets, manages, and communicates client expectations for the project

Oversees project progress to ensure project documentation and schedules are in compliance with previously agreed requirements and standards

Identifies, escalates and/or resolves issues associated with project(s) ensuring deliverables conform to established quality and schedules

Monitors and controls risks to ensure timelines are met and project goals are attained

Facilitates project team and client meetings for the resolution of project issues

Provides project status reports to management

Ensures success of projects by working closely with Procurement regarding vendor contracts

Works closely with Procurement to clearly define and understand contracts, including language, scope, pre- and post-award, contract closure, basic legal aspects, and risk management

Manages contracts' quality assurance, including contract administration and execution

Manages contract budget, cost control mechanisms and Change control

Serves as primary point of contact for project management and related issues

Secures resources and ensures optimum utilization of those resources, meeting budgetary requirements

Allocates project team assignments to ensure accountability, establishes a team environment, manages personnel changes, and executes the training plan

Manages, executes, and communicates project plan, changes, direction, approach, and priorities based on changing business requirements, circumstances, new information and/or budget considerations to stakeholders

Establishes team objectives and assignments, reviews work products, and provides timely feedback to staff regarding performance; may provide input to team members' performance appraisals

Promotes team building and skills development of project team members

Manages multiple, moderately complex projects

Solves moderate to complex project-related problems

Interacts effectively with managers and division/department management concerning projects

Participates with division/department management in researching and selecting vendors

Recommends improvements across division/department lines

Builds relationships with management and key stakeholders

Manages relationships with vendors, including contract definition, monitoring and issue resolution

Cross‑functional updates and provide leadership visibility through clear, concise status reporting; support prioritization and portfolio decisions for BOD Risk initiatives

Align project objectives with operational risk strategies and compliance expectations; surface dependencies, decision points, and mitigations early

Prepare succinct, executive‑level status summaries and presentation materials; deliver clear progress, risk, and impact narratives to stakeholders

Analyze project/program data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities; translate findings into actionable recommendations for leaders

Respond to emergent requests and short‑fuse deliverables; adjust plans and priorities rapidly while preserving control of scope and quality

Facilitate regular check-ins (status, risk reviews, decision gates); maintain project documentation and traceability

Recommend process and reporting improvements across BOD lines to enhance transparency, efficiency, and member/field impact

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Risk managementContracts managementProject management methodologiesData analysisCross-functional team managementPlanningOrganizationInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsProblem solvingMentoring

Required

Experience leading and/or managing small projects or portions of larger projects

Experience participating in, and/or managing, cross-functional, multi-dimensional teams and projects

Solid knowledge of project lifecycles, project management methodologies, and business requirements analysis

Experience working with all levels of staff, management, and vendors

Knowledge and understanding of contracts, including language, intricacies, scope, and risk management

Proficiency with PCs and related software applications (word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database, and project management applications)

Strong planning, organization, and problem solving skills

Demonstrated skill in leading, guiding, and mentoring others

Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Demonstrated skill in effectively building relationships with and influence team members, management, vendors, and a diverse group of stakeholders

Demonstrated skill in presenting findings and conclusions clearly and concisely to stakeholders and management

Bachelor's degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of education, training, or experience

Preferred

Advanced Degree in Business, Management, Economics, Finance, or related field

Experience translating complex information into executive‑level presentations and briefings

Understanding of data analysis and visualization concepts (e.g., Excel, Power BI) to support informed decision-making

Demonstrated organizational agility—comfort with shifting priorities and fast turnaround requests

Familiarity with operational risk concepts and governance practices in a financial‑services environment

Branch Operations and Risk experience strongly recommended

Knowledge of Navy Federal's, or other financial institutions', operations

Working knowledge of Navy Federal's Project Portfolio Management (PPM) standards

Extensive experience managing multi-disciplinary project lifecycles for financial institutions

Company

Navy Federal Credit Union

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Since 1933, Navy Federal has grown from seven members to over 4 million members. And since that time, their vision statement has remained

Founded in 1933

Vienna, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.navyfederal.org

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