IT Project Manager

Your Opportunity At Schwab, we empower you to shape your future and drive innovation across the organization. This role requires you to work on site 4 days a week in the specified location. What You’ll Do As an IT Project Manager, you’ll lead enterprise‑wide, cross‑functional initiatives that drive meaningful business outcomes.

You’ll partner with stakeholders across the organization to deliver complex programs that improve how we serve clients, operate at scale, and enable innovation. This role offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of initiatives – from launching new products and services to leading large‑scale technology, integration, and process transformation efforts – all while making a measurable impact. Responsibilities Lead end‑to‑end delivery of strategic initiatives, including business, operational, and technology outcomes.

Define project scope, success metrics, and delivery plans with clear alignment to business value. Manage medium to large‑scale, cross‑functional projects involving multiple internal teams and external partners. Own all phases of the project lifecycle, from initiation through delivery and closeout.

Proactively manage scope, timeline, cost, and quality to ensure commitments are met. Develop, validate, and track financial forecasts, budgets, and resource plans. Partner with resource managers to forecast capacity and reconcile planned vs. actual effort.

Establish and monitor project milestones, dependencies, risks, and interdependencies. Develop and maintain integrated delivery plans and provide clear, consistent status reporting. Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, driving timely resolution.

Collaborate with Product Owners and Scrum Masters to support Agile delivery and milestones. Build strong, collaborative team environments that enable effective execution. Facilitate problem‑solving, navigate stakeholder alignment, and resolve conflict constructively.

Coach and mentor team members, helping remove obstacles and accelerate progress. What You Are Good At Building trusted partnerships and strong working relationships across teams and stakeholders. Navigating complex, matrixed organizations with confidence and collaboration.

Communicating clearly and effectively with audiences at all levels, both written and verbal. Applying sound business judgment and technical understanding to decision‑making. Staying focused and adaptable in fast‑paced, evolving environments.

Understanding cross‑functional dependencies and their impact on delivery. Using financial data, tools, and systems to support informed project decisions. Applying software development methodologies, including Agile and Scrum.

Analyzing problems, thinking critically, and driving practical solutions. Executing effectively amid ambiguity and evolving priorities. Required Qualifications 5–8 years of project management experience leading multiple medium to large, complex, cross‑functional initiatives in product, systems, or technical environments. 5–8 years of experience using project management tools and artifacts such as MS Project, Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, budgets, change requests, and status reporting.

Demonstrated ability to mobilize and motivate teams, set direction, and manage conflict with professionalism and empathy. Proven ability to quickly build credibility and earn trust with sponsors and key stakeholders. Hands‑on experience delivering complex projects from concept through completion.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience. Generative Artificial Intelligence experience is required for this role. Preferred Skills Experience within the financial services industry.

Experience working with Agile and Scrum delivery models. PMP or PMI‑ACP certification. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without employer sponsorship.

In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities. What’s in it for you At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact.

Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis. Benefits 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28‑day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions Paid parental leave and family building benefits Tuition reimbursement Health, dental, and vision insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr