Did you know that M&T Bank made Forbes Magazine’s “400 Best Big Companies” list for the 10th time this year, that we’ve been in business for over 150 years, rank #509 on the “Fortune 1000” and are one of the nation’s top 20 bank holding companies with nearly $70 billion in assets? M&T Bank is a great place to be because we’re established, strong, and even in these turbulent financial times, we remain stable and profitable. For this key leadership role, we are looking for a seasoned Systems Manager professional who has deep understanding and experience in project management. CONSULTATIVE PARTNERSHIP: Work with dedicated lines of business managers and to fully understand the technology applications and develop effective and efficient solutions to meet the business needs. Maintains relationships with vendors and professional organizations. Interacts with senior managers across the organization, technology personnel, various business units and vendors PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Responsible for project strategy, project planning, project implementation, execution and control. This may include the implementation of technical aspects of business projects or technology driven projects Facilities activities for enterprise projects or programs and oversees the work of other Project Managers Responsible for directing the more complex, high risk, large scope program efforts which may include off-shore components Monitors overall technical project schedules and ensures detailed plans are outlined for the upcoming stages, to include activities to be performed, estimated time frame and effort STAFF LEADERSHIP: Organizes and controls the activities of other project management staff, assigns personnel to various projects and directs their activities. Responsible for short and long term planning of project management staff Provides input to managers for performance appraisals based upon project participants’ performance Responsible for the job growth and career development of staff members by providing training plans, guidance and sharing knowledgeRecommends and initiates new policies and procedures which will improve the performance and effectiveness of the departmentSTRATEGIC PLANNING: Initiates or participates in the request for proposal process, including vendor management through completion of product deliverables Recognizes technical, business and operational impacts of a project. Brings issues to resolution and escalates issues or concerns to the Project Sponsor and Senior ManagementMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:Minimum of four years college with at least ten years experience in project related work, staff management, systems analysis and a systems development environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience Experience on large scope projects and with a complete understanding of a project life cycle methodology The Systems Manager needs to know how to work within the organization and understand the agendas and perspectives of others Ability to proficiently use project management, word processing and spreadsheet applications Excellent problem solving skills to assist in detecting potential issues and issue resolution Familiar with application software and hardware platforms Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to effectively present to the target audience Must be able to work effectively with clients, IT management and staff personnel Requires strong judgment and excellent project management skills Detail oriented and self motivated Excellent analytical, organization and time management skills Asserts ideas, encourages teamwork and acts as a role model when leading and directing others IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED:Masters Degree preferred Aware of the Bank’s business plan and strategic objectives Understanding of Bank culture Good understanding of Bank’s enterprise architecture An understanding of multiple business area functions is preferred
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