Project Manager III

Nuvision Federal Credit Union

. Partner with the VP of EPMO to develop standards, processes and tools for project scheduling and quality targets .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeHuntington Beach • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $119,960 - $190,956 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall, with a strong focus on delivering complex projects on time and within budget. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage vendor relationships, and implement operational efficiency initiatives in the financial services sector.

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Project Management Certification (PMP)Agile and Waterfall MethodologiesVendor Management and Contract NegotiationOperational Efficiency InitiativesCross-Functional Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Project Planning TechniquesResource Management PlanningQuality Control and Improvement ModelsCost EstimationRequirements GatheringChange Management StrategiesProject DocumentationFeasibility StudiesRisk ManagementIntegrated Business Applications Development

Soft Skills

Excellent Written and Oral CommunicationTeam Building and CoachingInterpersonal SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMS-ProjectEnterprise Project Management Solutions

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Project Management Certification (PMP)Post Graduate Degree (Preferred)

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesBankingCredit UnionOperational Change ManagementRetail Channels

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMPGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with the VP of EPMO to develop standards, processes and tools for project scheduling and quality targets
Establish data collection and reporting processes for project metrics
Report on the EPMO project portfolio to leadership and the ELT
Provide managerial oversight and direct department staff and operations
Monitor project scope, costs, schedules, staffing, communications, vendors and contractual deliverables
Lead and manage high-visibility projects and programs with limited day-to-day guidance
Plan, organize and staff project teams to deliver strategic initiatives on time and within budget
Select and enforce appropriate project delivery methodologies, including waterfall and agile
Define scope, plan work, manage risks and mitigations, report status and collaborate with enterprise leaders and subject matter experts
Guide day-to-day activities of EPMO team members and advocate for the EPMO
Create project scopes and charters; identify vendor needs and deliverables
Develop project plans, schedules, milestones, resource plans, budgets and communication/training plans
Coordinate internal resources and third-party vendors
Facilitate project kickoffs and benefits realization planning
Delegate tasks and manage shifting priorities, demands and timelines
Execute projects and coordinate activities across organizational functions
Manage project teams and vendors; resolve conflicts and escalate issues as appropriate
Conduct feasibility studies, vendor selections and proposal evaluations
Track project progress, costs, risks, issues, requirements and scope
Maintain project documentation and communicate project status regularly
Hold technical team meetings and ensure project requirements are met
Deliver assigned strategic initiatives and enterprise projects on time, within budget and at the required quality level
Oversee project communications, reports, timelines, presentations, minutes and agendas
Administer human resource policies; recruit, coach, mentor, motivate and manage staff performance
Set department and employee goals and complete annual performance appraisals
Conduct lessons learned and project closeout processes
Measure project performance and improve PMO capabilities through practices, templates, policies, tools and partnerships
Build trusted-adviser relationships with stakeholders and sponsors
Collaborate with business partners to support member experience and optimize business processes
Support continuous improvement and represent the Credit Union professionally
Maintain confidentiality and participate in member community activities and events
Stay current with financial services, business operations, processes, information technologies and project management best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

5-8 years of experience managing complex medium-large scale programs/projects involving multiple cross-functional disciplines and/or geographical regions
Extensive experience delivering projects through the full project life cycle
Experience in operational efficiency initiatives
Experience in integrated business applications solutions development, testing and implementation
Experience working in a high-level collaborative environment and promoting teamwork
Comprehensive knowledge of resource management planning and execution methodologies
Knowledge of quality planning, quality control and quality improvement models and techniques
Knowledge of delivery systems and process interdependencies across Retail channels, Operations, Lending, Accounting/Finance, Marketing and Training
Understanding of operations, business processes, systems development lifecycle, and project/organizational change management
Strong project management skills and understanding of project planning techniques and methodologies
Ability to produce detailed project plans, dependencies, resource plans and cost estimates
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Team building, coaching and mentoring abilities
Strong presentation, interpersonal, time management and organizational skills
Ability to plan, develop and implement problem and change management strategies
Strong problem-solving and presentation skills; self-starter
Strong vendor management and contract negotiation skills
Ability to assess project implementation readiness and identify projects as “No Go”
Ability to gather requirements and develop thoughtful solutions
Ability to build and maintain relationships with business leaders
Ability to learn, understand and apply new technologies
Professional Project Management Certification (PMP or similar designation)
Bachelor’s Degree in business, technology or related field or equivalent experience
Fluency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and MS-Project or similar enterprise project management solution
Mortgage, financial services, banking or credit union experience preferred
Experience with regional models and matrix reporting preferred
Post graduate degree preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
401(k) Matching
Paid Time Off
Training Provided
Tuition Reimbursement