Program Manager III- Enterprise Strategy & Capability Enablement

At PNC our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the companys success. As a Program Manager III within PNCs Technology organization you will be based in Pittsburgh PA; Cleveland OH; Phoenix AZ; Dallas TX; or Birmingham AL.

The Program Manager III will lead strategic Enterprise Capabilities initiatives across PNC with a primary focus on designing developing and executing programs that consolidate distributed capabilities into enterprise-owned solutions and utilities. This role is responsible for advancing enterprise operating models by driving standardization scalability governance and organizational efficiency across corporate functions with a strong emphasis on Risk and enterprise transformation initiatives.

The successful candidate will serve as a senior program leader partnering with executive stakeholders to define strategy drive capability consolidation efforts and deliver complex cross-functional programs with enterprise-wide impact. This individual will bring deep experience in enterprise communications organizational change operating model transformation and large-scale program execution coupled with the ability to influence outcomes across highly matrixed organizations.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the strategic planning execution and governance of enterprise-wide programs focused on consolidating capabilities into centralized enterprise-owned solutions and utilities.
Drive the design and implementation of enterprise operating models that standardize processes tools technologies and capabilities across business and corporate functions.
Develop and execute multi-year strategies to transform fragmented capabilities into scalable enterprise-wide solutions that improve efficiency reduce duplication and enhance governance.
Partner with senior leaders across Risk Technology Operations and Corporate Functions to identify opportunities for capability consolidation and enterprise optimization.
Establish and lead comprehensive enterprise communication strategies that drive stakeholder alignment transparency organizational readiness and executive engagement.
Provide strategic recommendations executive-level reporting and program updates to senior leadership operating committees and executive stakeholders.
Lead complex program governance frameworks including risk management dependency management issue resolution and performance measurement.
Influence strategic decision-making by providing insights analysis and recommendations related to enterprise capability development and utility adoption.
Drive organizational change management activities to support successful implementation and adoption of enterprise capabilities.
Facilitate collaboration across business technology risk and operations teams to ensure successful delivery of strategic objectives.
Champion Agile delivery practices while ensuring alignment with enterprise governance and control requirements.
Continuously refine program frameworks operating models and messaging to support evolving Enterprise Capabilities strategies and organizational priorities.
Mentor and provide guidance to junior program managers and project teams while promoting program management best practices across the organization.


Key Skills & Qualifications:

Program management strategic transformation or enterprise change management experience preferably within financial services or another highly regulated industry.
Proven track record leading large-scale enterprise-wide programs with significant organizational impact.
Extensive experience driving capability consolidation operating model transformation shared services initiatives or enterprise utility development.
Demonstrated success leading complex cross-functional programs spanning business technology risk and operations organizations.
Strong expertise in enterprise communications executive reporting stakeholder engagement and organizational change management.
Experience partnering with and influencing senior executives and enterprise-level decision makers.
Knowledge of Risk Management Corporate Functions Enterprise Technology or related domains.
Advanced experience managing program governance risk mitigation budget oversight and strategic planning activities.
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and experience utilizing Jira and related delivery tools.
Exceptional analytical problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.
Experience supporting enterprise transformation operating model design and large-scale organizational change initiatives.

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

• Leads a cross functional program/project team to ensure the execution of organizational programs in support of corporate strategy. Leads the highest complexity programs/projects requiring extensive planning oversight and communication across multiple segments channels or lines of business. Typically program size may be greater than $25m.
• Manages the general and detailed planning stages of organizational programs; influences project decisions to achieve overall program goals.
• Oversight and reporting for the program budget while working to ensure success of the program.
• Evaluates the implementation and effectiveness of the programs and recommends enhancements to programs based on results.
• Acts as a mentor to other program managers. Teams with service partner leadership to ensure seamless delivery and a consistent experience across multiple distribution channels.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNCs Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge skills and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills competencies work experience education and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Accountability Budget Management Client Counseling Decision Making Program Management Results-Oriented Risk Management Stakeholder Engagement Strategic Planning

Accuracy and Attention to Detail Analytical Thinking Consulting Effective Communications Organizational Change Management Organizational Leadership Problem Solving Program Management (M0260) Project Management

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree. Higher level education such as a Masters degree PhD or certifications is desirable. Industry relevant experience is typically 8 years. Specific certifications are often lieu of a degree a comparable combination of education job specific certification(s) and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Bachelors

No Required Certification(s)

No Required License(s)

No Required or Preferred Language Assessments

Base Salary: $112000.00 $249600.00

Salaries may vary based on geographic location market data and on individual skills experience and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company business and/or individual performance.

Generally this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 09/24/2026 although it may be longer with business discretion.

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature) dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption surrogacy and doula reimbursement; educational assistance including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.

In addition PNC generally provides the following paid time off depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year depending on career level; and years of service.

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