Senior Project Manager (IT)

Envision Financial; Penticton; On-site; CAD 97,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Senior Project Manager (IT) to manage complex projects from concept to implementation. The role involves leading project teams, planning, and ensuring project objectives are met while mentoring junior project managers. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience, along with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with increasing responsibility.
• Proven ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet objectives.
• Deep knowledge of IT concepts, theories, and practices.

Responsibilities

• Manages projects from initiation to closure to ensure delivery.
• Liaises with project sponsor and clients to develop project plans.
• Facilitates discussions among stakeholders and coordinates activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Decision-making skills

Relationship skills

Budget planning

Cost control

Financial analysis

Project management skills

Business acumen

IT concepts knowledge

Waterfall methodology

Agile methodology

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline

Tools

MS Project

SharePoint

PowerPoint

Visio

MS 365

Job description

We are currently seeking a Senior Project Manager (IT) to join our team.

The Senior Project Manager (IT) manages highly complex, large project scope, risk, cost, and impact; carries out the full scope of project management responsibilities from concept to implementation; and mentors and coaches other less experienced project managers.

Here’s what would be included as a part of your typical day:

1. Leadership: Provides leadership and direction to the project team; ensures cohesive work across business lines and achievement of project objectives; and manages projects independently.
2. Project Planning: Liaises with project sponsor, project clients, and the project team to develop the project management plan, defining project scope, timeline, costs, and governance model; supports business case development if required; and defines detailed work plans and schedules including activities, milestones, and dependencies.
3. Project Management: Manages assigned projects from initiation to closure to ensure delivery according to defined metrics (scope, timeline, costs); communicates project status to stakeholders, highlighting risks, issues, and dependencies; manages and resolves project-related problems, escalating critical issues; tracks and manages changes, ensuring formal acceptance for changes impacting project metrics or success criteria.
4. Facilitation: Facilitates discussions among stakeholders, including business and external providers; coordinates activities, removes roadblocks, and makes adjustments to keep projects on track; acts as the point of contact between the project team and the business line to ensure requirements are met.

Required Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with increasing responsibility
• Excellent organizational, presentation, and advanced communication skills
• Proven ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet objectives and deadlines
• Strong communication and relationship skills to support stakeholders and foster shared accountability
• Analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills for issue resolution
• Knowledge of budget planning, cost control, and financial analysis
• Advanced project management skills across all stages
• Strong business acumen to assess IT project requirements within strategic contexts
• Deep knowledge of IT concepts, theories, and practices, with emphasis on project management
• Experience with Waterfall and Agile methodologies
• Proficiency in Microsoft tools including MS Project, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Visio, and MS 365
• Understanding of risk management and adherence to policies and procedures

Pay Transparency Salary Range: $97,600 - $125,100. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as bonuses, incentives, skills, and experience. First West is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive rewards package.