Senior IT Project Manager

About the Position

Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to join our client in Raleigh, NC. Our client is looking to bring on an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to lead the implementation of three contingent funding sources designed to strengthen liquidity resilience. The Project Manager will drive cross-functional collaboration between technology teams, business stakeholders, and external vendors to deliver critical banking infrastructure on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project delivery for three contingent funding products: Brokered CDs, Intrafi One Way Buy (in partnership with vendor FIS), and the Federal Reserve BIC program.
• Manage project scope, timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation across multiple workstreams.
• Serve as primary liaison with FIS and Federal Reserve partners, ensuring alignment on requirements and tracking vendor performance.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, risk registers, and status documentation.
• Prepare executive-level updates and present progress to senior leadership forums.
• Coordinate between technology development teams and business stakeholders to resolve blockers and drive decisions.
• Monitor project health, identify risks early, and implement corrective actions to maintain schedule and quality.

Key Duties

• Create detailed project schedules with clear milestones and success metrics.
• Conduct business analysis to translate requirements across technical and business domains.
• Facilitate stakeholder communication, translating complex technical concepts for business audiences and vice versa.
• Manage scope discipline to prevent timeline drift and maintain delivery focus.
• Track vendor deliverables and performance against contractual obligations.
• Document lessons learned and project outcomes.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing technical projects in financial services or regulated environments.
• Strong executive presence and comfort presenting to senior leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to manage vendor relationships and cross-organizational dependencies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Experience with multiple concurrent projects.

We Offer

• Competitive salary range of $70.00 - $100.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to work with a reputable company in the financial services sector.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.

About the Company

Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect and dignity. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will not unlawfully discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, or protected veteran status.

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