Senior Project Manager

The Senior Project Manager at Onbe is tasked with leading large, complex, cross-functional projects and programs. This includes managing project resources, schedules, and financials while adhering to Agile and PDLC guidelines throughout the product development lifecycle. The role involves driving project timelines, coordinating teams, establishing communication plans, identifying project risks, and ensuring successful delivery, all while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders.

To be a strong candidate for the Senior Project Manager role at Onbe, you should have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with at least 7 years of project management experience and a minimum of 5 years specifically in Agile project management. Certifications like PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) and Scrum Master (CSM) are preferred, along with experience in Microsoft Dynamics and payments/disbursements.

At Onbe, success in project management is achieved through adhering to best practices and established methodologies. Senior Project Managers are expected to lead Agile practices, manage change, and maintain detailed project documentation. They will establish communication channels that keep stakeholders informed and engaged, while also monitoring progress against plans to ensure timely and successful project delivery.

The work environment for a Senior Project Manager at Onbe is both dynamic and collaborative, requiring a mix of on-site and remote work as part of a hybrid role. At our Conshohocken, PA location, you'll have the opportunity to engage with diverse teams and contribute to a culture that prioritizes innovation, collaboration, and inclusion. Occasional travel may be required, contributing to a variety of experiences within the role.

Onbe offers significant growth opportunities for a Senior Project Manager, emphasizing personal development and career advancement within the company. With over 25 years of experience in the FinTech space, there are numerous paths to explore, whether in project management or broader business roles. Our culture fosters continuous learning and encourages employees to take on new challenges that align with their skills and aspirations.

In answering this question, highlight specific Agile methodologies you've used in past projects. Share examples of how these practices have improved project outcomes. Discuss your role in facilitating Agile ceremonies, managing project backlogs, and how you empower teams to adopt Agile principles for successful delivery.

When addressing this question, detail your approach to risk management, including identifying potential risks early in the project lifecycle and developing mitigation strategies. Provide examples of past projects where you successfully navigated challenges and how proactive communication with stakeholders played a key role in resolution.

Discuss specific project management tools you've used, such as Jira or OnePlan. Explain how you leverage these tools to track project progress, manage resources, and facilitate communication among team members. Highlight any customization or practices you've developed to enhance team productivity and collaboration.

Explain your communication strategy tailored for various stakeholders. Discuss how you create comprehensive communication plans, keep stakeholders informed of project status, and solicit their feedback. Illustrate with examples where timely communication made a difference in project success.

Share details of a complex project, including its scope, challenges faced, and the methodologies you employed to guide the project. Focus on how you adapted your management style to meet the project needs, employing Agile principles to navigate changes or unforeseen issues.

In your response, emphasize the importance of building relationships and fostering teamwork across diverse teams. Discuss your methods for creating an inclusive environment, encouraging open dialogue, and setting shared goals that lead to project success, drawing from personal experience.

Talk about your structured approach to change management, including assessing the impact of changes on project scope and stakeholders, and how you communicate these changes effectively. Discuss any change management frameworks you've used and how they've contributed to seamless transitions.

Share your leadership style and how you adapt it to the team's needs. Highlight practical examples of how you've motivated team members, encouraged accountability, and fostered a culture of collaboration and inclusivity, leading to successful project outcomes.

Discuss the importance of key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics in measuring project success. Provide examples of metrics you've tracked, such as timelines, budget adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction, and how you use these insights for continuous improvement in future projects.

Explain your approach to aligning project goals with business objectives, including stakeholder engagement from the outset, defining clear project deliverables, and regularly revisiting business goals throughout the project lifecycle to ensure alignment.