Lauren Crites
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Results-oriented Project Manager with a proven track record of delivering high-visibility technology projects on time, while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategic priorities. Support teams by fostering collaboration across teams, and applying both agile and traditional project management methodologies to achieve results.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
PNC Bank
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2024 - Current
- Delivered high-visibility technology projects spanning platform upgrades, fraud platform migrations, and key system enhancements.
- Drove the project strategy for a new team, creating clarity and predictable delivery.
- Facilitated problem-solving discussions to improve cross-team collaboration and align priorities.
- Established clear status reporting to strengthen stakeholder engagement, and manage expectations.
- Proactively identified and mitigated risks, reducing project delays, and enhancing delivery success.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
Project Administrator
PNC Bank
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Organized project meetings, agendas, and follow-up action items efficiently.
- Coordinated project schedules and timelines for various initiatives.
- Assisted in preparing project budgets and tracking expenses effectively.
- Responsible for critical deployment documentation that aligns with regulatory policy.
Real Estate Analyst
SiteTech Systems
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
01.2019 - 10.2022
- Performed restricted appraisals on residential and new construction properties.
- Completed research and financial analysis for bank consulting, and new loans, or loan renewals.
- Consistently met and exceeded reporting deadlines, while maintaining attention to detail.
- Assisted in the creation of a mentorship program and initiated the development of automated progress tracking.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, South Carolina, SC05-2019
Skills
- Cross-team collaboration
- Strategic planning
- Project and budgeting software
- Mentorship and team guidance
- SAFe Agile Methodology
- Budget development and adherence
- Outcome-driven delivery
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Project Manager
PNC Bank
01.2024 - Current
Project Administrator
PNC Bank
10.2022 - 01.2024
Real Estate Analyst
SiteTech Systems
01.2019 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Coastal Carolina University