EPMO Project Manager II

This is a hybrid position in Miami Lakes, FL.

JOB SUMMARY

The EPMO Project Manager II plays a critical role in supporting all phases of the Project Delivery Lifecycle (PDL), including project scoping, requirements gathering, and vendor selection, design, development, testing, and implementation. This position is responsible for leading the end-to-end project management process for assigned projects, ensuring delivery in alignment with bank standards, business objectives, and business priorities. The role supports the successful execution of various projects across the bank by managing project documentation, schedules, risks, budgets, dependencies, and stakeholders. This is a mid-to-senior level role managing complex, cross-functional projects with strategic impact.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Project Initiation & Planning
• Engage in early phases of the Project Delivery Lifecycle (PDL) to support project scoping, requirements definition, vendor evaluation, and selection processes.
• Develop comprehensive project charters and plans that align with strategic business goals and portfolio priorities.
• Facilitate stakeholder alignment on project objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource needs.
• Anticipate and mitigate risks with proactive problem-solving.
• Project Execution & Delivery
• Lead and manage large-scale or high-risk projects end-to-end across business and IT domains, from initiation through planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Ensure adherence to EPMO project management standards, tools, and templates including status reporting, RAID (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies) logs, and change control processes.
• Track project budgets, resource utilization, and schedule adherence; proactively identify and resolve risks and issues.
• Manage stakeholders across the organization -- business, IT, risk, compliance, finance, etc. -- to ensure transparency and accountability for project delivery.
• Portfolio Support
• Collaborate with Portfolio Managers and other EPMO teams to support delivery of multiple project investment portfolios.
• Provide timely and accurate project status updates and reports for stakeholders and governance committees.
• Manage interdependence across projects and escalate cross-project impacts as necessary.
• Governance & Compliance
• Maintain compliance with bank policies, regulatory requirements, and EPMO governance frameworks.
• Facilitate project meetings, status reviews, and decision-making forums ensuring clear communication and documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement in project management processes and tools.
• Adheres to and complies with applicable, federal and state laws, regulations and guidance, including those related to anti-money laundering (i.e. Bank Secrecy Act, US PATRIOT Act, etc.).
• Adheres to Bank policies and procedures and completes required training.
• Identifies and reports suspicious activity.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in business administration, Project Management, Information Technology or a related field required required"

Experience

• 5+ years' experience in project management experience, preferably within banking or financial services
• Familiarity with bank-specific regulatory environments and risk frameworks (eg, Basel III, SOX, etc)
• Experience with PPM tools (eg, Clarity, Planview, Microsoft Project Online, Jira, SPM, Smartsheet)
• Experience supporting vendor selection and contract management preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Certification in PMP, PRINCE2, SAFe, or equivalent preferred preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and operate across business and technology domains.
• Deep understanding of project and program governance, methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid), and regulatory requirements in financial institutions.
• Strong strategic thinking paired with operational execution ability.
• Demonstrated emotional intelligence, resilience, and the ability to lead through ambiguity.
• Proven ability to build trust, foster collaboration, and drive alignment across complex stakeholder groups.
• Metrics-driven mindset with the ability to link change initiatives to business outcomes.

Additional Information

• Candidates residing in locations within BankUnited's footprint may be given preference.