Project Governance Specialist in Baltimore, Maryland at CFG Bank

CFG Bank, headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, serves the national healthcare and multifamily markets and the Mid-Atlantic region. As the sixth-largest bank in the Baltimore area by deposits and the largest bank headquartered in Baltimore, CFG has grown from $1 billion in assets in 2019 to more than $6 billion today. With over 30 years of industry expertise and a position among the nation’s leading healthcare bridge-to-HUD lenders, we combine the capabilities of a large financial institution with the agility, service, and entrepreneurial spirit of a boutique bank. Recognized by the Baltimore Business Journal as a Best Place to Work, we are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow, make an impact, and build rewarding careers.

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Project Governance Specialist, Information Technology is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering technology projects that support business objectives and enhance organizational effectiveness. This role partners closely with business stakeholders, IT teams, and external vendors to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.

The Project Governance Specialist manages projects throughout the full project lifecycle, including project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout. The position plays a key role in defining project requirements, coordinating resources, managing risks, tracking milestones, and communicating progress to stakeholders. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Support technology projects from initiation through implementation and completion, ensuring alignment with business goals and project management best practices.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Coordinate activities across cross-functional teams, business units, and third-party vendors to ensure successful project execution.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, status reports, and documentation.
• Identify project risks, dependencies, and issues, and implement mitigation strategies to minimize project impacts.
• Monitor project progress and performance, providing regular updates and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and support financial reporting and compliance requirements.
• Facilitate project meetings, status reviews, and stakeholder communications to maintain transparency and alignment.
• Support change management and user adoption efforts related to technology initiatives.
• Conduct project closeout activities, including lessons learned and continuous improvement recommendations.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of project management experience, preferably supporting technology or business transformation initiatives.
• Working knowledge of project management methodologies and best practices, including Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience using project management and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate across departments and functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) concepts and technology implementation projects preferred.
• PMP, CAPM, Agile, Scrum, or other project management certifications are preferred.

COMPENSATION DISCLOSURE:
In accordance with Maryland's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, we are committed to providing transparent wage information for all posted job opportunities. The wage range for this position is $65,000 to $68,000 annually. Compensation is determined based on factors such as Experience, Qualifications, and Internal equity.

BENEFITS AND ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION:
Additionally, this position includes a comprehensive benefits package and other forms of compensation, including:
• Employer-provided health benefits: medical insurance, dental and vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, mental health support services, and wellness program
• Paid time off: vacation days, sick leave, volunteer days
• Retirement plan: 401(k) with employer match
• Other compensation elements: Discretionary annual bonus and overtime pay for non-exempt positions

EOE STATEMENT:
CFG Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact TalentAcquisition@cfg.bank.

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