Senior Project Manager, IT

About

We’re building a relationship‑oriented bank for the modern world. At CIBC we embrace your strengths and ambitions, empowering you to make a meaningful impact. Our team members are valued for who they are and what they contributes.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Oversee day‑to‑day project activities of complex, tactical projects, ensuring adherence to project control procedures and technology performance standards.
• Manage delivery of project‑management best practices and processes, including reporting, project planning, and support activities.
• Determine objectives with significant latitude and lead employees in developing analytical approaches.
• Establish and maintain relationships with clients, senior management, and project managers.
• Provide status updates and progress reports to stakeholders to manage expectations related to scope and timeline constraints.

How You’ll Succeed

• Project Management: Outline project goals, terms of reference, resource requirements, and costs; create resource plans that give all stakeholders a voice; assess and improve team practices and procedures.
• Collaboration: Help internal partners make informed decisions about programs, products, and services; coach and mentor teams; negotiate deliverables and milestones as needed.
• Project Coordination: Proactively identify risks to the schedule and mitigate them; monitor milestones to ensure completion within timelines and budgets; execute a balanced project plan across budget, time, and risk.

Who You Are

• 8+ years of project‑management experience, preferably in financial services or technology; experience managing cross‑portfolio projects in a matrix environment.
• Proficiency with waterfall and agile methodologies and knowledge of the Software Delivery Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Experience with project‑management and issue‑management tools such as Planview, ServiceNow, and JIRA.
• Background in wealth management and vendor management.
• Degree or diploma in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems, or a related field; PMP, Certified ScrumMaster, or similar designation is an asset.
• Strong influence and relationship‑building skills; able to make your voice heard and inspire outcomes.
• Digitally savvy, eager to adopt innovative solutions and new technologies.
• Driven by collective success and inclusive teamwork.
• Aligned with CIBC values of trust, teamwork, and accountability.

What CIBC Offers

• Competitive salary, incentive pay, and banking benefits.
• Benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, employee share purchase plan, vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers recognition program.
• Modern workspaces and technology tools to foster collaboration and innovation.
• Culture that supports ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day (a paid day off for personal growth).
• Benefits are subject to plan and program terms and conditions.

What You Need To Know

• CIBC is committed to an inclusive environment and provides an accessible candidate experience; accommodations can be requested via Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com.
• All posted roles are actively recruiting unless otherwise noted.
• Legal eligibility to work in the specified location is required; a valid work or study permit may be necessary.
• You may be asked to complete attribute‑based assessments, skills tests, or language proficiency evaluations.
• Artificial intelligence tools are used in the recruitment process to better understand candidates.

Job Details

• Location: Toronto – 81 Bay
• Employment Type: Regular
• Weekly Hours: 37.5
• Key Skills: Project Management, Private Wealth, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), JIRA, ServiceNow, Planview