We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.

At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

What you’ll be doing

As a Senior Project Manager, you will be a seasoned expert responsible for guiding stakeholders in the delivery of highly complex projects from end to end including initiation, requirement gathering, design, construction, testing, implementation and closure. The role works with minimal direction on complex projects, providing expert level knowledge of project management principles, standards, and business consulting through considerable project delivery experience. The Senior Project Manager uses significant latitude to manage Commercial and Business Banking focused projects, conduct status reviews, provide business guidance, identify any deviations to the project plan, and recommend corrective action to mitigate potential issues. The role analyzes situations and data to prepare and deliver executive level presentations to keep management informed of project status, changes, and milestone achievements.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 1-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

How you'll succeed

• Project Management – Outline project goals, terms of reference, resource requirements, and costs. Build project plans and manage schedule performance. 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.

• Collaboration – Represent business and collaborate with technology subject matter experts to ensure delivery of specific work packages. 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.

• Project Coordination – Proactively identify risks to the project schedule and find ways to mitigate them. Monitor milestones; ensure they’re completed according to timelines and budgets. Execute a project plan that strikes the right balance between budget, time, and risk. Ensure strict compliance with Enterprise Project Delivery Framework.

• Communication and Persuasion – Share ideas, build consensus, and write with impact. Chair meetings and able to communicate to executive audience.

• Relationship Management – Develop trusted working relationships with business stakeholders and technology partners.

Who you are

• You can demonstrate experience. 3+ years’ experience in managing end-to-end Business projects with technology components. You can demonstrate a deep understanding of the practices, procedures, and principles required to successfully deliver large projects, from planning to implementation. Ability to analyze detailed concepts, quickly resolve project issues, and assess the advantages and disadvantages of solutions.

• You have a degree/diploma. In Business, Project Management, and/or a related field of study. It’s an asset if you have your PMP designation.

• Your influence makes a difference. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by sharing your expertise. You are able to apply strong communication and presentation skills to translate business requirements into actionable deliverables and present to senior leadership. You have strong influencing skills to elicit cooperation and consensus from project stakeholders.

• You're motivated by collective success. You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one. You understand the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to bring a shared vision to life.

• You're motivated to succeed. You are motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make an impact.

• You embrace and advocate change. You'll continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

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What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

• We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

• We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

Job Location

Toronto-81 Bay, 25th Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Accountability, Analytical Thinking, Budgeting, Building Partnerships, Business, Business Objectives, Business Process Improvements, Change Management, Collaborating, Collaboration, Communication, Deliverables Management, Detail-Oriented, Facilitation, Forecasting, Leading Project Teams, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Problem Solving, Product Development, Project Management, Results-Oriented, Strategic Objectives, Teamwork