Project Manager | Bridgewater Bank

We are seeking a highly organized and results-driven Project Manager to join our growing team in Minneapolis. Reporting to the PMO Manager, this role is pivotal in managing strategic initiatives and ensuring the successful delivery of projects that align with our organizational goals. The ideal candidate will possess excellent leadership skills, financial acumen, and the ability to navigate a fast-paced environment within a small but dynamic banking institution.

• Lead and manage end-to-end project life cycles for critical banking initiatives, including digital transformation, compliance, and operational improvement projects.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Assist Bridgewater Bank with accomplishing projects that drive us forward in executing our strategic objectives.
• Accountable for evaluating and reporting project outcomes with a focus on impact and success metrics.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams, including IT, operations, compliance, products, and finance, to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle, escalating when necessary.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, milestones, and deliverables.
• Oversee vendor relationships and third‑party contractors, ensuring adherence to contracts and quality standards.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across project teams.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements and internal policies.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, project management, finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of project management experience, with at least 3 years in the banking or financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid) and tools such as MS Project, Planner, Jira, , Airtable, Smart Sheet.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in financial analysis and budgeting.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making capabilities.
• Comfortable with ambiguity in fast‑paced, growing organizations.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or other relevant certifications.
• Master’s degree in business administration, project management, or a related field.
• Experience with banking technologies, core systems, or digital banking platforms.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance frameworks (e.g., SOX, FDIC regulations).
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles or other process improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated success in leading change management initiatives.
• Experience working in a smaller banking environment or community‑focused financial institutions.

• Analytical Thinking:
  Ability to assess complex processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Facilitation &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Skilled at engaging stakeholders and guiding groups to consensus and decisions.
• Change Management:
  Understanding of organizational change and how to manage it effectively.
• Communication:
  Clear and concise verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Problem Solving:
  Solutions‑oriented mindset with a focus on outcomes.
• Adaptability:
  Comfortable navigating ambiguity in a fast‑paced, growing organization.

Picture yourself at one of the Twin Cities’ best places to work, surrounded by people who challenge you, support you, and inspire you to be your best. Welcome to Bridgewater Bank.

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