Navy Federal Credit Union

Principal Project Manager

Navy Federal Credit Union  •  Vienna, VA (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Responsible for driving the delivery of complex, enterprise-level projects that advance strategic outcomes and operational excellence. Applies advanced project management expertise to lead cross-functional teams, manage risk, and ensure delivery within scope, schedule, and budget. Collaborates with senior stakeholders to align project execution with business priorities and portfolio strategy. Contributes to the evolution of project delivery frameworks and mentors project managers to build organizational capability.

  • Manage complex, cross-functional projects that support enterprise priorities, business transformation, and operational excellence
  • Develop and execute detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations aligned with strategic goals
  • Partner with senior business leaders to ensure project alignment with organizational priorities and stakeholder expectations
  • Apply and refine project management methodologies, tools, and governance practices to drive delivery consistency and quality
  • Identify and mitigate project risks, issues, and interdependencies across multiple workstreams and stakeholder groups
  • Oversee vendor and third-party relationships, ensuring contract compliance and performance accountability
  • Ensure adherence to internal policies, regulatory requirements, and enterprise governance standards
  • Serve as a senior escalation point for project delivery challenges, facilitating resolution and executive alignment
  • Monitor and report on project performance using dashboards, KPIs, and analytics to ensure transparency and accountability
  • Mentor senior project managers and contribute to leadership development and delivery capability across the function
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within project teams
  • Coordinate with finance, operations, and enabling functions to ensure business readiness and operational alignment
  • Support enterprise initiative planning and contribute to strategic prioritization and resource alignment
  • Represent the project management function in cross-functional forums and contribute to delivery strategy and capability building
  • May perform other duties as assigned
  • 7+ years of relevant project management experience, delivering complex cross-functional business projects.
  • Extensive experience managing complex technology projects and advising senior leaders
  • Significant knowledge of project and program management methodologies, strategic planning, and enterprise governance frameworks
  • Extensive experience leading complex, cross-functional projects that support business transformation and operational efficiency
  • Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and translate strategic objectives into actionable project plans
  • Advanced leadership skills in managing teams, resolving escalations, and driving accountability without direct authority
  • Strong understanding of risk management, performance metrics, and project finance
  • Advanced skill in managing third-party vendors, consultants, and external partners to ensure delivery quality
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills to align diverse teams and secure executive buy-in
  • Commitment to continuous improvement through lessons learned, retrospectives, and process optimization
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Organizational Development, or related field, or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience

Desired Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field, or equivalent combination of training, education, and experience
  • Professional Certifications (e.g.,PMP, PgMP, or Lean/Agile certification)
  • Experience with enterprise portfolio planning and budgeting

Additional Information

Hours:

  • Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location:

  • 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
  • 5510 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526

Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.

Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.

Protect Yourself from Job Scams: Navy Federal Credit Union jobs are posted on our career site, jobs.navyfederal.org and reputable job boards (e.g., LinkedIn, Indeed). We do not post jobs on social media marketplaces, messaging apps or unverified websites. We will never ask candidates for payment, bank details or personal financial information during the hiring process.

Bank Secrecy Act: Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.

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About Navy Federal Credit Union

Navy Federal is the world’s largest credit union, with more than 15 million members, $190 billion+ in assets and 25,000+ employees. Throughout campuses in Vienna, VA Pensacola, FL and Winchester, VA, as well as 370 branches, we serve the Armed Forces, Department of Defense, Veterans and their families with world-class financial products and services.

Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.

Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.

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Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Vienna, VA
Year Founded
1933
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