Lead Project Manager - Wealth Management

About Working At Commerce Building a career here is more than just steps on a ladder. It’s about helping people find financial safety and success, helping businesses thrive, and making sure people and their money are taken care of. And our commitment doesn’t stop there. Our culture is about our people, the ones in our communities and the ones that work with us. Here, you’ll find opportunities to grow and learn, to connect with others, and build relationships with the people around you. You’ll have the space and resources to grow into the best version of yourself. Because our number one investment is you. Creating an award-winning culture doesn't come easy. And after 160 years, we know Commerce Bank is only at its best when our people are. If this sounds interesting to you, keep reading and let’s talk. For more than a century, Commerce Trust has been a leading provider of wealth management services including financial planning, estate and tax planning, investment management, private banking and trust administration services. Our approach to wealth management means assembling a team of seasoned wealth management professionals across disciplines who collaborate to ensure each client’s financial journey is uniquely crafted for their goals. Commerce Trust is a division of Commerce Bank.

About the role

The main purpose of this job is to lead and execute complex projects and strategic initiatives for Commerce Trust Company. This role is responsible for developing and managing project plans, coordinating cross-functional resources, guiding stakeholders through project execution, and ensuring successful delivery of business objectives. The Lead Project Manager serves as a key partner to business and leadership teams, providing project leadership, managing risks and dependencies, and driving projects to successful outcomes while supporting continuous improvement of project management practices.

Responsibilities

• Work with Senior Management or the various Business Lines to understand the unique project needs and value.
• Lead the effort to define the scope of the project, and initial timelines and budget.
• Gain acceptance of the project with key stakeholders and establish project progress feedback mechanisms.
• Lead cross-functional project teams to deliver the agreed upon scope of the projects. This includes overseeing resource planning, capacity constraints, and dependency management for the projects.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with project sponsors and stakeholders by providing regular updates, facilitating decision-making, and proactively addressing risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and third-party entities to coordinate vendor deliverables, timelines, risks, and issue resolution.
• Ensure that the project deliverables are on time, within budget and meet the acceptable level of quality while effectively managing project scope, risks, assumptions, and change requests.
• Work with the department manager to develop and implement PMO best practices, including Project Portfolio Management, Project Methodology improvements and project auditing.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and business stakeholders, providing strategic recommendations, influencing decision-making, and aligning project objectives with organizational priorities and long-term business goals.