About the role

Senior Project Manager delivering infrastructure and cybersecurity initiatives for EQ Bank, Canada’s Challenger Bank. Managing complex technology portfolios, budgets, governance, risks, and multifunctional teams.

Responsibilities

Report directly to the Director, Technology Project Delivery
Initiate, plan, execute, monitor, control, and close projects according to Enterprise Change Management and Project Management methodology
Baseline scope, schedule, budgets, resource needs, and other project parameters throughout the project life cycle
Manage a portfolio of strategically important, highly complex, and potentially long-duration projects
Deliver projects involving process transformations, digitized customer experiences, new product launches, platform upgrades, and regulatory initiatives
Focus initially on Infrastructure and Cyber Security projects within the Technology Portfolio PMO
Manage multiple material projects throughout their full life cycle
Provide leadership oversight and proactive advice as a trusted advisor
Lead and support multifunctional on-site, off-site, and virtual project teams
Lead detailed planning to establish expectations and enable on-time delivery
Manage project financials and budgets, funding approvals, and cost controls
Engage stakeholders and manage governance forums
Facilitate meetings and document minutes, risks, action items, issues, and decisions
Complete project evaluations, velocity metrics, and results assessments
Advise the PMO on Project Management Methodology, Standards, and Practices

At least 6–10 years’ experience managing multiple projects simultaneously through the entire life cycle
Post-secondary education (diploma/degree), preferably in computer science, business, finance, or a comparable discipline
At least 5 years’ experience in the regulated financial services or insurance industry
Infrastructure and Information Security project delivery experience and deep understanding highly desirable
Proficiency in Waterfall, Iterative, Incremental, and hybrid Project Management methodologies
People management, leadership, coaching, and mentorship experience is a major asset
PMP certification strongly preferred
Agile, Scrum Master, Business Process Improvement, ITIL, or Change Management certification is a major asset
Knowledge of SharePoint, Jira, Confluence, MS Office tools, business systems, technology infrastructure, software development, data warehousing, data centres, and related terminology
Ability to take charge and work independently
Strong time management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
Vendor Management experience is required
Proven delivery record in business and Technology projects, especially digital projects
Effective risk management and issue resolution abilities
Must successfully complete a criminal background check and credit check

Competitive discretionary bonus
Market leading RRSP match program
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
Employee Share Purchase Plan
Maternity/Parental top-up while you care for your little one
Generous vacation policy and personal days
Virtual events to connect with your fellow colleagues
Professional development and comprehensive Career Development program
Fulfilling opportunity to join one of the top FinTechs and help create a new kind of banking experience