Director, Information Technology Project Management

CGI Njoyn; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of asset servicing solutions is seeking a Director of IT Project Management to oversee high-quality project delivery and process improvement. The role emphasizes agile methodology transition and governance, requiring considerable experience in IT and financial services as well as strong leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years experience in IT and financial services.
• Project Manager PMI/PMP and CSM certification desirable.
• Experience managing large programs and projects.

Responsibilities

• Establish strategy and operating model for IT Project Management.
• Oversee interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of Project Managers.
• Continuously improve project management processes.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Strategic Planning

Agile

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, business administration or related field

Tools

Planview

Job description

Job Number: J0625-0093

Category: Information Technology

Employment Type: Full Time

Company Information:

CIBC Mellon is a leading provider of asset servicing solutions to institutional investors in Canada, including multi-currency accounting, fund valuation, and investment information reporting. We are passionate about providing exceptional client service backed by our culture of innovation and success. Our outstanding employee experience will provide you with opportunities to learn and grow professionally while supporting the communities in which you live and work.

We are a diverse and dynamic workplace where employees take an active role in delivering on strategic objectives while advancing their individual career goals. We encourage innovative thinking and give our employees the support and resources they need to turn great ideas into actions.

We’re always looking for talented people who can make a meaningful difference for our clients, our company and our communities. To learn more about why our employees love coming to work each day, visit www.cibcmellon.com/experience.

Position Overview:

Reporting to the AVP, Technology Governance, the Director, Information Technology (IT) Project Management is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality IT projects across CIBC Mellon in partnership with our technology vendors. This role is responsible for overseeing process improvement and the continuous development of our IT project management processes, methods, and tools. This role will support the move to a new IT operating model, moving from waterfall to agile principles. Additionally, this role oversees the IT project planning, governance and project lifecycle processes, while supporting a community of practice across IT.

Responsibilities:

• Establish the strategy and operating model for IT Project Management including goals and objectives.
• Refine implementation management roles, responsibilities and accountabilities.
• Collaborate with Business Units, IT Procurement, IT Finance, Enterprise Architecture, and other IT teams as well as IT vendors regarding Project Management operational processes.
• Partner with IT Leadership to implement agile principles for delivery.
• Collaborate with CIBC Mellon’s Change Consulting & Delivery team on the development and implementation of standard project and program management methodologies and tools to improve the probability of successful project delivery.
• Monitor program status across the portfolio and effectively communicate status to all stakeholders via project data repositories, status reports, project planning tools, presentations, etc.
• Facilitate the annual capital planning process for Information Technology and ensure adherence to financial control processes.
• Define and implement governance processes/structures in accordance with waterfall and agile delivery processes that enable appropriate planning, scheduling, executing, monitoring and control across the technology portfolio.
• Continuously improve the toolset used to facilitate our core Project Management processes, including project scheduling, resource management, financial management, status reporting, project lifecycle workflow, time tracking, and document management.
• Guide and educate on the importance of IT organizational change management principles
• Coordinate the IT project portfolio prioritization and participate in ongoing demand management and capacity management.
• Own capacity management and resource forecasting processes and tools, partner with other IT functions and shared service providers to address gaps.
• Fulfill Product Owner role for the Planview portfolio management tool.
• Facilitate tracking of benefits realization across the IT project portfolio.
• Establish and maintain effective risk management and dependency management discipline across IT initiatives.
• Champion adherence to audit and control requirements.
• Oversee interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of permanent and contractor Project Managers, Implementation Managers and Business Analysts.
• Responsible for people management and ongoing training, mentoring, and coaching to Project Managers and Implementation Managers and Business Analysts so that a Center of Excellence around delivery is established.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, business administration or related field
• 7-10+ years experience in IT and financial services with a focus on Fund Accounting, Record Keeping and Custody systems delivery would be an asset
• Project Manager PMI/PMP and CSM certification desirable
• 5+ years’ experience managing large programs and projects or a PMO function and leading diverse teams
• Experience with Agile/Scrum teams integrated with traditional waterfall management methods
• Experience with one or more project management methodologies (e.g., PMI PMBOK) and integration of agile/rapid learning cycle environments
• Aptitude with project portfolio management (PPM) applications (e.g., Planview)
• Significant knowledge of project planning tools with evidence of practical application
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to develop and communicate the PMO vision, and inspire and motivate PMO staff
• A distinctive blend of business, IT, financial and communication skills
• Effective influencing and negotiation skills in an environment where resources may not be in direct control of this role
• Excellent analytical, strategic conceptual thinking, strategic planning and execution skills
• Strong business acumen, including industry, domain-specific knowledge of the enterprise
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute a strategic resource plan
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Collaborative, appreciative style of management and engagement with others
• Ability to facilitate and drive continuous process improvements on the job and partner with other functions/individuals

CIBC Mellon's Values:

Get it Right Every Day: Deliver service excellence while always acting with the highest ethical standards
Put Clients at the Centre: Advocate for clients by listening, sharing knowledge, and bringing the right solutions forward
Be One Family: Challenge, empower and recognize your colleagues
Take Ownership: Speak up, speak out, and make things better

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