BECU

Director, Enterprise Program & Project Management

BECU

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: California • Idaho • United States

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Salary

💰 $199,300 - $243,800 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Lead a High-Performing Team: Inspire, coach, and develop a team of Program and Project Managers delivering high-impact, enterprise-wide initiatives.
  • Oversee Complex Programs: Direct the delivery of projects that span multiple business lines, ensuring outcomes are timely, scoped, and financially sound.
  • Budget & Financial Stewardship: Manage project and program budgets, ensuring financial reconciliation and accuracy.
  • Scope and Plan Delivery: Partner with Technology and business leaders to define requirements, build project plans, and align resources.
  • Advance Frameworks & Practices: Drive maturity of Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery models in collaboration with the Enterprise Agility team.
  • Provide Executive-Level Reporting: Keep leaders informed with actionable insights on project risks, progress, and strategic alignment.
  • Navigate Risks & Roadblocks: Lead the issue resolution process and influence executive stakeholders when pivots are required.
  • Champion Change Management: Oversee organizational change tied to EPMO initiatives, processes, and standards.
  • Uplift Team Culture & Performance: Mentor and support staff, conduct timely performance evaluations, and foster a learning environment.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, or related field—or equivalent.
  • Minimum 8 years of progressive leadership experience in program, project, or portfolio management, including at least 5 years managing people and building high-performing teams.
  • Strong executive presence with proven ability to influence and redirect senior leaders when needed.
  • Understanding of software development processes with hands-on experience in Waterfall, Scrum, and project management methodologies.
  • Demonstrated expertise in Agile principles, along with demonstrated success in both short-range (1 year) and long-range (3–5 year) strategic planning.
  • Demonstrated success in delivering high-stakes product or program initiatives.
  • Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to dive deep into complex information and convey it clearly to diverse audiences; demonstrates a bias for action and earns trust through clear, effective communication.
Benefits
  • 401(k) Company Match (up to 3%)
  • 4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECU
  • Medical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well)
  • PTO Program + Exchange Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • BECU Cares volunteer time off + donation match
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
AgileWaterfallScrumproject managementfinancial reconciliationstrategic planningprogram managementportfolio managementbudget managementchange management
Soft Skills
leadershipcoachingmentoringcommunicationanalytical skillsinfluenceproblem-solvingteam culture developmentperformance evaluationstakeholder management