Sr. Project manager (web online banking projects) (Montreal)

Sr. Project manager (web online banking projects)

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My client is a well-established bank located in their Toronto or Mississauga location. They have an Immediate need for Sr. Project manager (web online banking projects) for 6 months contract with the high possibility of extension. We require experienced technology Project Manager to work on a number of larger web based technology projects in the Canadian Banking and Commercial portfolio. Specific projects TBD. Resource must be a strong and have recent and consistent experience in project management in the financial industry and have a demonstrated ability to successfully deliver projects. Must Haves 7 years of core and consistent PM Experience - managing technology 5 years leading web and or mobile projects 3-5 years of experience leading projects at Financial Institutions Demonstrated success in managing larger complex initiatives and dealing with multiple stakeholder groups Manager is seeking a candidate with a strong technical background - previously a Developer Business Analyst or Architect Demonstrated experience managing projects 3MM in size (please indicate within resume) Nice To Have Experience with Agile Project Methodologies PMP Certified Key account abilities are Engages executive sponsor to ensure active participation on project initiatives Engages appropriate stakeholders to identify and manage required outcomes of projects for the business Establishes effective project oversight and other governance bodies and engages the correct levels to support the direction for the project Provides on-going communication to key stakeholders including the Project Sponsor Business Project Owner Program Manager and Portfolio Manager to ensure they are aware of significant changes to the project status in a timely manner Responds to inquiries and escalates concerns from stakeholders at all levels in the organization (technical business Senior and Executive Management) Provides advice and guidance to business partners and project team as required regarding best practices in project management Applies Organizational Change Management principles and practices in order to effectively manage the people side of change (e.g. stakeholder analysis business process management people readiness sustainment planning etc.) Communicates project summary status financials etc. to appropriate high-level executives at the Bank Collaborates with the appropriate partners to ensure required resources are assigned to the project for successful delivery Assesses and ensures that customer experience stakeholder implications are appropriately managed Builds consensus and relationships with project team and business Leads the project team stakeholders and key project deliverablesWorks autonomously in the management of the unit and collaborates with other business heads to establish and execute on common goals. Manages activities of medium complexity projects. Ensures delivery of projects to the business partner meeting the approved scope cost schedule quality for the project. Perform a governing role for ensuring that the proposal execution control deployment training and hand off warranty support and closure to meet schedules. Strong involvement in business IMO. Management of larger projects (ranging in size from 1MM to 5MM) including multiple internal applications and external vendors. Estimation and planning risk assessment contingency planning tracking and management of progress issues budget risk and resources. Accountability for project budget and time lines. Delivers and owns project outcomes that are aligned to established cost timing deliverable and scope objectives Proactively identifies and tracks project risk and develops mitigation plans to manage risk (i.e. risk related to technology change management procurement business process management requirements management) Adheres to enterprise project gating and governance controls to ensure that projects meet all the performance quality and compliance standards and conforms to appropriate methodology Creates detailed project status reports and presents key highlights and related implications for business partners & leaders Accountable for the project management process and project management deliverables for assigned projects Abides by enterprise project methodology and recognized project management processes ensuring discipline and controls are consistently applied to all projects May take accountability as a SME for business-specific methodology and processes on the project (i.e. Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC) HR process vendor management etc.) Ensures production of necessary project documentation as agreed to by the Project Sponsor and involved Stakeholders Investigates and where necessary escalates all project issues to support effective resolution Oversees the scope during the course of the project and collaboratively adjusts scope where necessary ensuring adherence to established project change management processes Monitors project health continuously and engages management as required if project health changes Develops innovative approaches to create solutions to resolve problems and significant issues within the project s mandate Identifies all project dependencies and risks ensuring that they are effectively managed Owns the accurate reporting of project financials (i.e. data quality) in the bank s enterprise reporting system Generates cost estimates and provides general financial management incorporating risk by leveraging appropriate tools templates established estimating models best practices stakeholders and processes for assigned project Accurately forecasts and manages assigned budget and provides monthly financial reporting for projects in alignment with Finance standards Assists with overall program and or portfolio financial reporting by providing input into the process Facilitates financial planning process as part of project planning and scoping for projects Provides project reporting including technology spend and ad-hoc analysis and presents issues requiring attention by senior management. Escalates issues as required. Identifies discrepancies between financial forecasts and actuals and escalates material discrepancies and adjusts scope schedule or budget as appropriate Manages resource and capacity management process for assigned projects Ensures the project benefits realization process is followed throughout the life of the project Supports vendor management and strategic sourcing process managing RFP activities and partnering with vendor(s) to ensure efficient and effective project delivery Works in close partnership with Finance and key stakeholders for monthly reporting requirements (i.e. Finance Status Issues Management) Ensure the project spending approval policy is followed Closes project spending accounts upon project closureIndirectly manages a cross LoB Project team consisting of Business Analysts Requirements SMEs Business SMEs and Technology Resources where applicable to the project Provides advice and counsel to project team and business partners Liaises with external vendors and consultants as required Coaches leads and mentors project team members and provides regular performance assessments to employees and their people managers Supports effective on boarding and off boarding of project resources Effectively manages project resources and external contractors consultants in coordination of competing priorities Educates project team members on governance process and facilitates related sessions Leverages the creativity and experience of project team members to solve issues as they arise Develops an understanding of the technical business aspects of the project in order to effectively manage the project and resources Works effectively in teams by being driven to win for the team working well with diverse teams Manages the project team stakeholders and key project deliverables Shares project experiences and learning with project management team and PMO peers Please note that this is the most up to date version of job description available at this time During Client Interview you will receive additional information variance may apply When you have some time please register in our database (5 minute process) to be considered for future openings the link is available on our website at www.teamrecruiter.com in the Candidate section. 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