Jason Nortwich
About Jason Nortwich
Jason Nortwich is a Senior IT Project Manager at Exeter Finance, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in project management across various companies, including Bear Stearns, JPMorgan Chase, and PrimeLending, with expertise in methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall.
Work at Exeter Finance
Jason Nortwich has served as the Senior IT Project Manager at Exeter Finance since 2016. In this role, he manages various IT projects within the Dallas/Fort Worth Area, focusing on software applications and enterprise data warehouse projects. His responsibilities include developing comprehensive project documentation, engaging in Change Control processes, and ensuring smooth transitions during production deployments. He utilizes project management tools such as JIRA and ServiceNow to facilitate project tracking and collaboration.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Before joining Exeter Finance, Jason Nortwich held several project management positions. He worked at Bear Stearns & Co. from 2003 to 2009 as a Project Manager in Investment Banking Acquisitions. Following that, he was employed at JPMorgan Chase & Co. as an IT Project Manager from 2009 to 2013. He also worked at PrimeLending, A PlainsCapital Company, from 2013 to 2016 in a similar capacity. His extensive experience spans over a decade in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area.
Education and Expertise
Jason Nortwich studied at the University of North Texas, where he earned a Bachelor of Business degree with a focus on Strategic Management. He possesses expertise in various project management methodologies, including Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall. His skills encompass managing software applications, data back-end projects, and enterprise data warehouses, making him proficient in delivering complex IT projects.
Project Management Skills
Jason Nortwich is skilled in developing project documentation, including Statements of Work and Business Requirements. He creates risk impact matrices to identify critical paths and contingency plans for project risks. He is also adept at negotiating with suppliers through Request for Quotation and Request for Proposal processes. His coordination and communication skills are notable, particularly in managing both on-shore and off-shore resources.
Mentorship and Team Empowerment
In his role, Jason Nortwich emphasizes the importance of empowering and mentoring project teams. He encourages team members to take confident actions and accountability in their roles. Additionally, he drives the creation and approval of end-user training and marketing roll-out initiatives, ensuring that all stakeholders are well-informed and prepared for project implementations.