Project Manager II

Raymond James Ltd.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP matching

Employee stock purchase

Paid time off

Volunteer days

Discretionary bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Raymond James Ltd. is seeking a Project Manager II within the PMO in Vancouver, BC.

The role oversees initiation, planning, execution, and closure of business and technology projects across transformation, applications, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and regulatory programs. The successful candidate will drive cross-functional collaboration, governance, and stakeholder engagement, delivering high-quality outcomes on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• University degree or technical diploma in a relevant discipline.
• 5+ years of progressive project management experience.
• Proven ability to manage medium to large-scale, complex projects using Waterfall and Agile methodologies.
• PMP designation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of projects with business and technology stakeholders.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria.
• Identify resources and manage budget, schedule, and governance frameworks.
• Maintain comprehensive project governance, including risk, issues, dependencies, and change control.
• Provide regular status reporting to sponsors and governance committees.

Skills

Project management

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder communication

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

University degree or technical diploma

Tools

Jira

Confluence

ITIL

Job description

At Raymond James’s Technology Division is dedicated to providing cutting‑edge solutions that enhance efficiency and connectivity for financial advisors and their clients. This commitment supports the company’s mission to deliver superior financial services and maintain a competitive edge in the industry.

How does the role impact the organization?

As a key member of the RRJ Ltd. Project Management Office (PMO), the Project Manager II is responsible for the successful initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of business and technology projects across the organization. Projects span business transformation, enterprise applications, infrastructure, cybersecurity, regulatory, and operational improvement programs.

The role ensures the delivery of high‑quality outcomes within defined scope, schedule, budget, and quality parameters while maintaining alignment with organizational objectives and governance standards. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience leading cross‑functional teams and managing projects through the full project lifecycle in complex, fast‑paced environments.

Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Project Management Office, the Project Manager II will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, external consultants, and third‑party vendors. The candidate will demonstrate strong project governance capabilities, including structured management of scope, risks, issues, dependencies, and change, and will be well‑versed in project‑management best practices and methodologies.

What will your role be responsible for?

• Lead the planning and execution of projects in collaboration with business and technology stakeholders.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, success criteria, and business outcomes.
• Identify and secure required resources and support effective resource allocation across business units and technology teams.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules, budgets, and governance frameworks.
• Lead projects across a variety of business and technology domains, working with subject matter experts to deliver solutions that achieve organizational objectives.
• Serve as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Establish and maintain comprehensive project governance practices, including risk management, issue management, dependency management, and change control processes.
• Monitor project performance and provide regular status reporting to project sponsors, stakeholders, and governance committees.
• Support organizational change adoption through stakeholder engagement, communications, and transition planning.
• Conduct post‑project evaluations to assess outcomes, capture lessons learned, and support continuous improvement.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by PMO leadership.

What can you expect from us?

We offer flexible workstyles, a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health benefits, RRSP matching, employee stock purchase, paid time off, volunteer days, discretionary bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and more. We also support internal promotion and community involvement.

What do we expect from you?

• University degree or technical diploma in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in project management.
• Proven ability to manage medium to large‑scale, complex, and multi‑objective projects using both Waterfall and Agile methodologies.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) designation is considered an asset.
• Formal training or certification in Organizational Change Management (e.g., Prosci, ACMP) is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of project governance practices, including change management, risk and issue management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency with project management tools and platforms, focus on Jira and Confluence.
• Familiarity with ITIL‑based environments, including change, incident, and service management.
• Experience delivering infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise technology, regulatory, or business transformation initiatives is considered an asset.
• Experience in the financial services industry is strongly preferred.
• Skilled in analytical thinking, structured problem‑solving, and effective communication with stakeholders at all levels, including executive audiences.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high‑volume, deadline‑driven environment.
• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and the ability to build strong working relationships across diverse teams.

Salary Range

$115,000 – $125,000 annually, in addition to competitive performance bonuses and incentives. Actual compensation will be determined based on skills, experience, internal equity, and other job requirements.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

EEO Statement

Raymond James is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs. We celebrate diversity and provide accommodations to qualified applicants. To request accommodations, please contact Human Resources via email at [e-mail].

Location and Status

Primary Location: Vancouver, British Columbia

Schedule: Full‑time

Status: Permanent Full‑time