Project Manager

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.

Associated Bank requires you to directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.

This Project Manager role is responsible for management of all types of projects with individual project management emphasis small to medium sized business line projects, ensuring the execution of various components of the project management life cycle, processes, stage gates, required artifacts, communication, issues management and all aspects of project delivery. Additionally, the Project Manager should continually assess the business needs and solutions to ensure the project is managed in terms of scope, time, cost and quality. The Project Manager continues to evolve in the project management discipline and is gaining expertise in the organization. The role serves as the point of contact for all parties including the business lines, management, team members and third parties (vendors). The Project Manager needs to possess an evolving understanding of the businesses they support, at an industry and market level, allowing them to incorporate key elements into an initiative.

This person will,

• Facilitates and leads teams on the successful execution and implementation of projects. Promotes and advocates a collaborative team environment by coaching and mentoring colleagues focusing on leveraging colleague strengths.

• Develops detailed project plans, as well as manage and transparently report on project status and ensures timely completion of special project assignments that vary in scope and level of responsibility while quickly adapting to changing requirements.

• Oversees the ongoing review of project(s) status; identifies risks and developments, recommends and implements solutions as appropriate.

• Controls projects through the use of project plans and charters to adhere to the “triple constraints”: Time (schedule), Resources (people and financial) and Scope.

• Follows project management methodology which includes, but is not limited to: Requirements, Testing, Architecture and Design/Security review, Change Management and quality Production readiness/preparedness.

• Methodically plans, analyzes and schedules multiple interrelated tasks and / or initiatives based upon their value, scope, schedule and resource requirements.

• Defines and oversees required research and analytical tasks to define project requirements, achieve project objectives, acquire data, and ensure high quality execution.

• Facilitate, manage and participates in third party selection and review third party contracts in conjunction with legal counsel. Follows Third Party Management Process.

Requirements
Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or equivalent combination of education and experience Required

Experience

• 2-4 years Banking, Business or Project Management. Knowledge and exposure to fundamental theories, principles and concepts of Project Management. Required

In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life. 

• Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans. 

• Paid time off to volunteer in your community. 

• Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups. 

• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities. 

• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.  

• Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits. 

Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the Midwest. Join our community on Facebook, LinkedIn and X. 

Compliance Statement

Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.

Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR.

Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank’s anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application, interview and hiring process. Please contact leavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.com if you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

Associated Banc-Corp is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify Notice English or Spanish. Know Your Right to Work English or Spanish.

Associated Bank is Pay Transparency compliant.

The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role. Actual pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, work location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role.

$57,680.00 - $98,880.00 per year