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Sunflower Bank

Offers personal, business, mortgage financial services

Project Manager

Full-Time
No salary listed
Senior
Bachelor's
Plano, TX, USA
In Person
Project & Program ManagementProject Management

About the job

Requirements
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Professional and leadership qualities.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Planning and organizing skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Interpersonal skills.
  • Multitasking skills.
  • Advanced computer and information technology skills.
  • At least five years of directly related experience and training, including experience managing projects and people successfully.
  • Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare and manage strategic, operational, and information technology project plans through completion in a timely, accurate, and compliant manner.
  • Manage project manager reports and monitor and report project status to senior and executive management.
  • Identify subject matter experts, solicit their commitment and buy-in, and coordinate their involvement in initiatives and projects.
  • Resolve issues and solve problems throughout the project life cycle.
  • Ensure company operations and information technology systems comply with company policies, procedures, contracts, investor guidelines, lending programs, and state and federal laws and regulations.
  • Assess vendors and information technology systems for project risk and compliance standards.
  • Oversee vendor projects and manage task plans through implementation.
  • Ensure software deliveries are completed as planned.
  • Facilitate weekly calls with vendors as needed to deploy projects on time.
  • Apply knowledge of information technology risk management and information security practices related to mortgage lending.
  • Support troubleshooting of company information technology system issues and advocate for system users with vendors.
  • Prioritize, reprioritize, and terminate unsuccessful strategic initiatives and projects as necessary to meet corporate objectives.
  • Develop tools, best practices, processes, and procedures for more effective initiative management and implementation.
  • Lead, coach, and motivate project managers and other team members while encouraging continuous improvement and professional growth.
  • Evaluate risk, make timely decisions, and exercise sound judgment.
  • Meet deadlines established with senior and executive management.
  • Meet company, contractual, investor, lending-program, and legal compliance obligations and timelines.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • A four-year college or university degree with major coursework in a discipline related to the requirements of the position.
  • Project Management Professional certification.
  • Professional management certifications.

About the company

Sunflower Bank provides personal and business banking, wealth management, and residential mortgage services through its various regional brands. These products work by pairing traditional financial tools with a regional management structure that allows local experts to provide tailored advice and lending solutions. Unlike larger national banks, this organization focuses on long-term community relationships and local decision-making rooted in over 150 years of history. The company's goal is to help individuals and businesses reach their financial objectives by offering services that create new possibilities within the specific communities they serve.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Denver, Colorado

Founded

1892

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What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 balance-sheet repositioning cut higher-cost funding and lifted management's cost-save progress.
  • FirstSun reported 65% of its $68 million annual cost target by July 2026.
  • David Musicant's July 2026 Southern California hire deepens access to Orange County businesses.

What critics are saying

  • Q2 2026 net loss, $42.4 million charge-offs, and $40.4 million provisions exposed credit volatility.
  • FirstSun's 28.0% uninsured deposits at June 30, 2026 keep funding confidence fragile.
  • A failed First Foundation integration would erase merger synergies and pressure FSUN's stock.

What makes Sunflower Bank unique

  • FirstSun's April 1, 2026 First Foundation merger created 99 branches across ten states.
  • Sunflower wins middle-market clients through local decision-making in Texas and California.
  • Its specialty industries, mortgage, and wealth platforms diversify revenue beyond plain commercial banking.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Fitness Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off
  • Volunteer Leave
  • Paid Holidays

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

9%

2 year growth

9%
Associated Press
Oct 26th, 2026
FirstSun swings to $38.4M Q3 profit from prior-quarter loss as net interest margin rises

FirstSun Capital Bancorp reported third-quarter 2026 net income of $38.4 million, up from $23.2 million a year earlier. Earnings per diluted share were $0.82 in both periods. Adjusted net income was $48.2 million, or $1.03 per share. The Denver-based bank swung from a net loss of $22.9 million in the second quarter. Net interest margin rose 24 basis points to 3.82%, and noninterest expense fell $45.2 million as merger costs dropped. FirstSun bought First Foundation in the second quarter and finished its core system conversion in late September. Chief executive officer Neal Arnold said the bank is on track with its strategic priorities. Loans stood at $11.5 billion and deposits at $13.0 billion. Total assets were $15.3 billion.

Fort Worth Report
Aug 12th, 2026
Courtney Lewis joins Sunflower Bank as Fort Worth Market President.

Courtney Lewis joins Sunflower Bank as Fort Worth Market President. Enjoy reading the news again. Join over 110,000 neighbors that count on our newsletters for stories happening in your backyard. Sign up for free. Courtney Lewis has joined the Sunflower Bank as Executive Vice President and Fort Worth Market President, reinforcing its continued investment in one of the nation's fastest growing business communities. In this role, Lewis leads the Sunflower Bank's Fort Worth market, focusing on expanding relationships with middle market businesses throughout North Texas. She oversees the experienced local commercial banking team, delivering customized financial solutions and local decision-making to companies. Lewis brings more than two decades of commercial banking experience and is widely recognized throughout North Texas for her leadership, relationship-driven approach, and commitment to the community. Throughout her career, she has partnered with privately owned businesses, family-owned companies and their advisors to provide strategic financial guidance that supports long-term growth. "Fort Worth is one of the most dynamic markets in the country, and we are excited to deepen our commitment to the businesses and communities that fuel its success," said Ryan Stuart, Regional President. "Courtney's reputation, leadership, and passion for serving clients make her the ideal person to lead our Fort Worth market as we continue building our middle market banking platform." Lewis joins Sunflower Bank during a period of continued growth and investment in North Texas, where the Bank is expanding its commercial banking capabilities and attracting experienced talent to serve the evolving needs of businesses throughout the region. "I am honored to join Sunflower Bank and eager to help build upon the strong foundation already established in Fort Worth," said Lewis. "The opportunity to partner with talented teammates while helping middle market companies achieve their growth goals is what drew me to Sunflower Bank. I look forward to building lasting relationships with clients and contributing to the continued success of the Fort Worth business community." In addition to Lewis' appointment as Market President, Sunflower Bank has recently promoted Jeff Bundy to Executive Vice President and Managing Director of Sunflower Bank's Specialty Industries Group. In his role, Bundy provides strategic leadership for the bank's specialty lending platform, overseeing its growth and advancing specialized financing solutions for clients nationwide. He joined Sunflower Bank to establish its Fort Worth presence in 2022 and will continue to partner closely with the Fort Worth middle market team while driving the expansion of the Specialty Industries Group. Together, Lewis and Bundy bring seasoned leadership to Fort Worth, reinforcing Sunflower Bank's commitment to delivering relationship-based banking, specialized industry knowledge, and customized financial solutions to businesses throughout the market. Beyond its corporate headquarters in Dallas, Sunflower Bank has regional locations in Plano, Richardson, and Fort Worth that provide complete commercial and specialty banking, treasury management, personal banking, mortgage lending, private banking, and wealth management services. About Sunflower Bank, N.A. Sunflower Bank, N.A. with headquarters in Dallas provides a full range of relationship-focused services to meet personal, business, and wealth management financial objectives and has $15.7 billion in assets as of June 30, 2026. FirstSun Capital Bancorp (Nasdaq: FSUN) ("FirstSun") is the financial holding company for Sunflower Bank, N.A. and is headquartered in Denver, CO. On April 1, 2026, FirstSun completed its merger with First Foundation Inc. Today, Sunflower Bank, N.A. operates as Sunflower Bank, First National 1870, and First Foundation Bank, with 99 licensed branches in 10 states and mortgage capabilities in 44 states. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender. To learn more, visit: SunflowerBank.com.

Sunflower Bank
Jul 21st, 2026
Sunflower Bank welcomes Everett Orrick as Market President for the Inland Empire.

Sunflower Bank welcomes Everett Orrick as Market President for the Inland Empire. July 21, 2026 Ontario, Calif. - Sunflower Financial Inc. is pleased to announce that Everett Orrick has joined its organization as Executive Vice President and Market President in California's Inland Empire. Building on the momentum of Sunflower Bank's Inland Empire expansion, which began with the launch of its local commercial banking team in April 2024, Orrick's addition reinforces the Bank's commitment to growing its middle market business through relationship-driven service and best-in-class banking solutions. In this role, Orrick leads Sunflower Bank's commercial and industrial (C&I) strategy in the Inland Empire, delivering tailored financing and treasury solutions to business clients. His leadership strengthens the Bank's ability to support growing companies through a consultative, relationship-driven approach. He is based at Sunflower Bank's Ontario corporate office. Sunflower Bank's holding company, FirstSun Capital Bancorp ("FirstSun") completed its acquisition of First Foundation Inc. on April 1, 2026. As a result, First Foundation Bank has merged into Sunflower Bank and Irvine-based First Foundation Advisors is a wholly owned subsidiary of FirstSun. This merger greatly expands Sunflower Bank's footprint and capabilities in California. Orrick brings more than 30 years of experience developing and leading commercial, corporate, asset based lending, and wealth management platforms throughout California. He has a strong track record of building high-performing, client-focused teams dedicated to helping businesses grow through strategic financing solutions. Most recently, Orrick served as Regional Director of Commercial Banking for a large California-based financial institution and previously held the role of California Chief Executive Officer for a multinational banking organization. "Everett is a proven leader with deep commercial banking experience and a strong client-first mindset," said James Canepa, Regional President at Sunflower Bank. "As we expand in California following the First Foundation merger, his leadership will be vital to growing our Inland Empire market and delivering tailored solutions to middle market clients." Orrick is actively engaged in the business community, with longstanding involvement in the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) chapters across Los Angeles, Orange County, and the Inland Empire. He also serves as Chairman of the Board for Linc Housing, a nonprofit organization that has developed more than 10,000 affordable housing units throughout California. Orrick earned his bachelor's degree and MBA from California State University and is also a graduate of the Pacific Coast Banking School at the University of Washington. "I am pleased to join Sunflower Bank to grow our Inland Empire team," said Orrick. "We will leverage the Bank's strong credit culture to deliver thoughtful, creative financing solutions to the diverse middle market companies that make up our regional economy." About Sunflower Bank, N.A. Sunflower Bank, N.A. with headquarters in Dallas, TX provides a full range of relationship-focused services to meet personal, business, and wealth management financial objectives and has $8.6 billion in assets as of March 31, 2026. FirstSun Capital Bancorp (Nasdaq: FSUN) ("FirstSun") is the financial holding company for Sunflower Bank, N.A. and is headquartered in Denver, CO. On April 1, 2026, FirstSun completed its merger with First Foundation Inc. Today, Sunflower Bank, N.A. operates as Sunflower Bank, First National 1870, and First Foundation Bank, with 100 licensed branches in ten states and mortgage capabilities in 44 states. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender. To learn more, visit: SunflowerBank.com.

Business Wire
Jun 3rd, 2026
Sunflower Bank taps David Musicant as regional president to drive Southern California expansion

Sunflower Bank has appointed David Musicant as regional president for Southern California, a newly created role to oversee commercial banking strategy in Orange County. The appointment follows FirstSun Capital Bancorp's completion of its acquisition of First Foundation Inc. on 1 April 2026, which doubled the bank's size to $8.6 billion in assets. Musicant brings over 35 years of middle-market banking experience in Southern California, most recently serving as managing director for West Coast market expansion. He will work alongside James Canepa, who joined as regional president in 2024 and now oversees Greater Los Angeles and the Inland Empire. The bank now operates 100 full-service branches across ten states. First Foundation Advisors remains a wholly owned subsidiary of FirstSun following the merger.

MarketScreener
Apr 29th, 2026
QuickLogic secures $10M revolving credit facility with Sunflower Bank to fund growth

QuickLogic Corporation, a developer of embedded FPGA and programmable logic solutions, has secured a $10 million revolving credit facility with Sunflower Bank, effective 27 April 2026. The three-year agreement replaces the company's previous arrangement with Heritage Bank of Commerce and matures on 24 April 2029. The credit facility will support general corporate purposes, including working capital, and provide financial flexibility for QuickLogic's strategic initiatives. These include developing Strategic Radiation Hardened FPGAs for the US Government, expanding process technology support for its eFPGA Hard IP licensing, and supplementing its Storefront business. Chief Financial Officer Elias Nader said the new banking relationship strengthens QuickLogic's financial foundation whilst enabling more efficient execution of its growth strategy.