Project Manager

Compeer Financial is seeking collaborative, innovative and dynamic professionals to be a part of our Top Workplace culture!

Tell me more about this opportunity.

Position Overview:

This position organizes, manages and leads basic to moderate business and technology projects. Performs overall project planning, estimating, budgeting, facilitation, communication and decision making. Provides communication, coordination, direction and oversight to a dynamic assortment of project team members, including programmers, technical experts, business analysts, process analysts, business team members and subject matter experts. Implements risk management practices to assure successful project delivery.

Essential Functions:

• Leads and manages project team members in the accomplishment of system development efforts, including facilitating meetings, providing guidance, setting priorities, organizing work, giving direction and resolving issues.
• Participates in the identification, development, and documentation of project management processes, project deliverable standards and best practices.
• Provides project planning and management of application development projects; to include evaluating project request, proposal preparation, scope, budget and time estimates, work breakdown risk assessment, review/approval and reporting/updating on project status.
• Is responsible for setting/maintaining client expectations by keeping them engaged/informed throughout the life of the project.
• Utilizes and shares best practices in application development and project management methodologies.
• Provides management reporting of key project information and measurement of process, standards and product quality.

Minimum Qualifications & Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, management information systems, business administration, agribusiness or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job.
• 3+ years of experience in project management or related experience in an IS environment performing business analysis for the development of application systems. Experience with project management tools desired.
• Project Management certification preferred.
• Solid knowledge of common business practices, processes, and routines.
• Solid knowledge of project management methodologies, standards and concepts.
• Solid knowledge and skills in utilizing Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook, etc.) and project management tools and software. Experience practicing SCRUM/Agile methodologies is preferred.
• Strong organizational, project coordination and leadership skills to organize, facilitate, and motivate project team members.
• Strong interpersonal skills, which encourage cooperation and promote effective written/oral communication with all levels.
• Proven client service skills and effective team skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Strong problem solving, decision making and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Valid driver's license.

Who is Compeer Financial?

Compeer Financial exists to champion the hopes and dreams of rural America. By joining our team, you will help empower those in agriculture and rural communities to achieve their goals and expand their possibilities. We embrace business agility and innovative approaches to serving our clients and communities.

Why join our team?

• Amazing team members who are passionate about serving agriculture and rural America.
• Investment in our team members' education, growth and development.
• Engagement in our communities through giving back and volunteerism.
• Flexible, collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• Great benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
  • 401K (3% Compeer contribution & up to an additional 6% match)
  • Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays, volunteer time)

Find out why our team members choose Compeer Financial by watching this video .

How do I apply?

Qualified candidates, please apply online at www.compeer.com/careers .

Compeer Financial is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.