Sr. Project Manager, IT

CIBC•Toronto, ON

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

You will be joining the Enterprise Technology team within CIBC as a Senior Project Manager, IT. In this role, you are a seasoned expert responsible for overseeing the day-to-day project activities of complex, tactical projects, ensuring adherence to project control procedures and policies as per technology’s project performance standards. You will work with minimal direction, applying deep knowledge in your field to manage the delivery of project management best practices and processes, including reporting, project planning, and support activities. The position involves significant latitude in determining objectives, leading employees in developing analytical approaches, and establishing and maintaining relationships with clients, senior management, and project managers. Additionally, you will provide status updates and progress reports to project stakeholders to manage expectations regarding scope and timeline constraints. CIBC supports a work environment optimal for thriving in your role, and specific details on your work arrangement (proportion of on-site and remote work) will be discussed during your interview.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in project management, ideally within the financial services or technology industry.
Managed cross-portfolio projects in a matrix environment.
Experience with waterfall and agile methodologies and knowledge of the Software Delivery Life Cycle (SDLC).
Experience with project management and issue management tools like Planview, ServiceNow, and JIRA.
A degree/diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems, or a related field of study.
Ability to embrace and champion change, continuously evolving thinking and work to deliver your best.
Digitally savvy, seeking out innovative solutions and embracing leading-edge technologies, and adapting to new tools and trends.
Driven by collective success, understanding the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to create a shared vision.
Values matter, bringing your real self to work and living CIBC's values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

Nice To Haves

PMP designation

Responsibilities

Outline project goals, terms of reference, resource requirements, and costs.
Create a resource plan that ensures all stakeholders have a voice on the project.
Assess the efficiency of the practices and procedures used by a team and provide guidance that will continuously improve the project plan.
Help internal partners make informed decisions about the development of programs, products, and services.
Coach and mentor your teams as you work toward a common goal.
Negotiate deliverables and milestones whenever necessary.
Proactively identify risks to the project schedule and find ways to mitigate them.
Monitor milestones; ensure they are completed according to timelines and budgets.
Execute a project plan that strikes the right balance between budget, time, and risk.
Share ideas, build consensus, and write with impact.
Chair meetings.
Develop trusted working relationships with business stakeholders and technology partners.
Train and mentor colleagues (for candidates with extensive experience).

Benefits

Competitive salary
Incentive pay
Banking benefits
A benefits program
Defined benefit pension plan
An employee share purchase plan
A vacation offering
Wellbeing support
MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program
Opportunities to tap into your potential
A career, rather than just a paycheck
Spaces and technological toolkit to make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions
Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development