Senior Project Manager

TEEMA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Toronto is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee complex IT projects. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery within schedule and budget constraints. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in Agile environments and project management certifications. This role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing complex IT projects in financial institutions.
• Project management certifications (PMP, Agile) preferred.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project management artifacts.
• Establish and oversee Agile ceremonies.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and communicate effectively.

Skills

Project management and organizational skills

Leadership and team management

Communication and stakeholder management

Proficiency in Agile methodologies

Problem-solving and analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Computer Sciences, Information Systems, or equivalent

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Job Title: Senior Project Manager Job ID:83921 Location: Toronto, Ontario – Hybrid

Overview: As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing complex IT projects in a fast-paced financial institution environment. Your primary focus will be on ensuring successful delivery of project deliverables within the constraints of schedule, scope, and budget. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including development, QA, infrastructure, and business units.

What you will be doing:

• You will develop and maintain comprehensive project management artifacts, including project plans, status reports, risk and issue logs, and software artifacts in JIRA, Confluence, and SharePoint.
• Establish and oversee Agile ceremonies, including daily standups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and communicate effectively with all levels, from senior management to project team members.
• Conduct regular meetings with project team members to track progress and provide status updates to key stakeholders.
• Liaise with external vendors to ensure optimal project delivery structures.
• Prioritize activities, address risks/issues, and manage resources efficiently across various departments.
• Build a collaborative and productive team environment, driving accountability towards critical milestones and deadlines.
• Anticipate and address potential impediments to team delivery and administer metrics tracking.

What you must have:

• 5+ years managing complex IT projects, focusing on Agile development in financial institutions.
• Bachelor’s in Computer Sciences, Information Systems, or equivalent
• Project management certifications (PMP, Agile) preferred.
• Proficiency in JIRA, Confluence, and other project management tools
• Expertise in IT project management, business analysis, and change management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to lead and motivate colleagues
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Skills:

• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Superior communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Agile methodologies and related tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Salary/Rate Range:$90,000.00 – $120,000.00

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. If you are selected to move forward in the process, we will contact you directly. If you do not hear from us, we encourage you to continue visiting our website for other roles that may be a good fit.

For more information about TEEMA and to consider other career opportunities, please visit our website at www.teemagroup.com