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Commerce Bank · 2 days ago

IT Project Manager II

Kansas City, MO

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$93K/yr - $124K/yr

4+ years exp

Commerce Bank is committed to helping people find financial safety and success while fostering a culture of innovation and growth. The IT Project Manager II will lead projects using Agile methodologies, ensuring successful delivery through servant leadership and strategic execution.

BankingFinanceFinancial Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Manage projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and customer expectations

Facilitate Agile ceremonies (Scrum, Kanban) including visioning, story mapping, backlog refinement, sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives, maintaining focus on purpose and objectives

Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and release roadmaps, ensuring transparency and alignment across all stakeholders

Monitor and analyze Agile metrics (velocity, burndown, cycle time) to identify trends, anticipate risks, and implement corrective actions for continuous improvement

Manage operational budgets for assigned projects, ensuring financial accountability and adherence to approved funding

Prepare and deliver clear, concise reporting for varying audiences, including stakeholders, and cross-functional teams

Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while maintaining quality standards and compliance with organizational policies

Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, fostering trust and collaboration to achieve shared objectives

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Agile methodologiesProject management frameworksAgile Scrum Master CertificationProject management toolsProgram management experienceCommunication skillsProblem-solving mindsetAttention to detailTeam playerAdaptabilityContinuous learningSelf-starterInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsCustomer focus

Required

Intermediate understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and ability to apply principles across diverse projects

Intermediate knowledge of project management frameworks, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management

Familiarity with project management tools such as TFS/Azure DevOps and Planview

Ability to anticipate and balance the interests of multiple stakeholders while maintaining customer focus

Skilled in managing complexity and ambiguity with a problem-solving mindset and structured approach

Demonstrated ability to consistently drive for results and deliver projects on time and within scope

Ability to hold self and others accountable for meeting commitments and achieving goals

Comfortable working in dynamic environments with evolving products and projects

Demonstrates continuous learning through experimentation and feedback, applying lessons learned to improve processes

Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Inquisitive, agile, and strong team player with excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values

Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook

Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or equivalent combination of education and experience required

4+ years of formal project management experience, preferably in Agile environments required

Agile Scrum Master Certification required

Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future