IT Project Manager- Senior Specialist

Your opportunityAt Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together.

We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified location(s). This role is expected to be in the office 4 days a week.

The Schwab Technology Services (STS) Portfolio & Project Management (PPM) organization partners with business and technology leaders to prioritize, plan, and deliver the technology work that powers Schwab’s strategic objectives.

You will join a high-impact Portfolio Management Office team supporting strategic Marketing initiatives that drive digital experiences, business transformation, and technology innovation across Charles Schwab.

As part of the Marketing Portfolio team, you will partner with business and technology leaders to deliver initiatives that enhance client experiences, improve operational efficiency, and support Schwab's long-term growth strategy.

As an IT Project Manager, Senior Specialist, you will lead cross-functional initiatives that drive meaningful business outcomes, support technology transformation, and enhance operational effectiveness across the firm. Your work will directly influence how strategic priorities are translated into measurable results, helping teams deliver value with speed, quality, and transparency.

In this role, you will apply Project Management, Agile Collaboration, and Building Collaborative Relationships skills to lead projects from initiation through delivery while aligning stakeholders around common goals.

You’ll partner with business leaders, technology teams, Product Owners, Scrum Masters, vendors, and other key stakeholders to develop integrated delivery plans, manage dependencies, and ensure strategic initiatives remain aligned to scope, budget, timeline, and quality expectations.

Success in this role requires the ability to assess complex situations, evaluate risks, identify solutions, and make informed decisions that keep projects moving forward. By leveraging Analytical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Attention to Communication, you will facilitate productive discussions, resolve challenges, manage competing priorities, and create clarity across stakeholder groups.

You will also use financial and operational data to support forecasting, resource planning, and project governance activities that enable effective decision-making.

As part of Schwab’s commitment to continuous growth and development, you will deepen your expertise in enterprise technology delivery, Agile methodologies, portfolio management practices, stakeholder engagement, and organizational change.

You’ll have opportunities to strengthen leadership capabilities, expand your strategic business acumen, and further develop the skills needed to drive enterprise-wide initiatives in a dynamic, highly collaborative environment.

We value employees who are curious, adaptable, collaborative, and committed to continuous learning. At Schwab, we invest in skill development and empower employees to build capabilities that support both immediate success and long-term career growth.

What you have

Required Qualifications

• To ensure that we fulfill our promise of “challenging the status quo,” this role has specific qualifications that successful candidates should have:3+ years of project management experience leading small to medium-sized projects within technology, systems, product development, or related environments. 3+ years of experience utilizing project management tools and artifacts such as Microsoft Project, Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, project budgets, status reporting, and change management documentation.
• Demonstrated experience applying Project Management skills to plan, organize, execute, and deliver projects that achieve measurable business outcomes.
• Proven ability to use Building Collaborative Relationships skills to establish trust, influence stakeholders, and drive alignment across cross-functional teams within a matrixed organization.
• Experience leveraging Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving skills to identify root causes, evaluate alternatives, mitigate risks, and resolve project challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to use Attention to Communication skills to clearly communicate project goals, status, risks, and decisions to diverse stakeholder audiences.
• Experience coordinating multiple workstreams, managing dependencies, and tracking project milestones to achieve delivery objectives.
• Ability to utilize financial, operational, and resource planning data to support project forecasting, budgeting, and governance activities.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining accountability for project commitments and outcomes.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.

Preferred Skills

• 5+ years of project management experience within financial services, banking, brokerage, or other highly regulated industries.
• Experience supporting Agile teams and applying Agile Collaboration skills to partner effectively with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and technology delivery teams.
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle methodologies, including Agile and Scrum practices.
• PMP, PMI-ACP, or related project management certification.
• Experience leading initiatives that involve technology modernization, systems integration, operational improvement, or enterprise transformation efforts.
• Demonstrated technical acumen and ability to partner effectively with both business and technology stakeholders.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship.
• In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities
• What’s in it for you
• At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future.
• We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact.
• Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.
• We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
• Paid parental leave and family building benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance