Position – Technical Project Manager with finance exp

 Location : Phoenix, AZ - Onsite

Job type – contract

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Position Overview

The Senior Technology Project Manager is responsible for leading complex, cross-functional initiatives across the organization, with a strong focus on technology delivery and enterprise transformation. This role oversees the planning, execution, and successful delivery of projects within defined scope, budget, and timelines. As a key member of the PMO, the Senior Project Manager partners with stakeholders at all levels—including business units, non-technical teams, and executive leadership (VP level and above)—to drive strategic initiatives. This role requires expertise in managing multiple concurrent projects, including Salesforce implementations, while leveraging both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage multiple concurrent technology and business projects, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and priorities

Direct cross-functional teams through all phases of the project lifecycle, from business case development to execution and delivery

Define project scope, goals, resource requirements, and budgets in collaboration with stakeholders and executive sponsors

Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, timelines, and documentation following PMO standards

Drive Salesforce implementation initiatives, including planning, coordination, integration, and stakeholder adoption

Communicate project objectives, status, risks, and outcomes clearly to stakeholders, including business units, non-technical audiences, and senior leadership (VP and above)

Lead project teams consisting of technical staff, subject matter experts, vendors, and support personnel

Identify, manage, and escalate risks, issues, and dependencies to ensure timely resolution

Establish priorities, assign responsibilities, and ensure milestones and deliverables are achieved

Develop and execute change management strategies, including communication plans, training, and process documentation

Ensure successful integration of new systems and processes into business operations

Provide regular status reporting to project sponsors and stakeholders

Manage project budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation plans

Required Qualifications

PMP (Project Management Professional) certification required

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

7+ years of technology project management experience

Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Hands-on experience leading Salesforce implementation projects

Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively engage business units, non-technical stakeholders, and executive leadership (VP level and above)

Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional team environments

Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in financial technology (FinTech) or banking environments

Prior experience working with or implementing solutions related to Fiserv - preferred

Agile certification or experience working in Agile environments

Familiarity with enterprise system implementations and integrations

Experience in regulated financial services environments

Technical Skills

Proficiency in project management and collaboration tools such as MS Project, Azure DevOps, Jira, and Trello

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile and Waterfall)

Experience with change management frameworks and process improvement initiatives

Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment