Sr. Project Coordinator, IT

CIBC; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Employee share purchase plan

Defined benefit pension plan

Wellbeing support

MomentMakers recognition program

Purpose Day paid day off

Job summary

CIBC in Toronto is seeking a Senior IT Project Coordinator to track requests, manage schedules, and provide information for resourcing, budgeting, planning, and compliance. You will guide project teams and escalate issues as needed, with occasional after‑hours support.

The role requires 3–5 years of project coordination experience, strong MS Office and MS Project skills, solid knowledge of the SDLC, and excellent written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience managing all facets of a project as a Senior IT Project Coordinator.
• Hands-on experience creating project artifacts and supporting Project Managers through the lifecycle.
• Experience with MS Office Suite and MS Project; strong written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of the software development lifecycle and enterprise development concepts.
• After hours and weekend support of project-related activities may be required.

Responsibilities

• Coordination- Support Project Managers throughout all project management lifecycle phases as necessary. Develop, manage and control schedules by updating, making mitigation decisions, and escalating as appropriate. End-to-end coordination of smaller, low-complexity initiatives.
• Tracking & Reporting- Track progress and make recommendations on response plans for risks, resolution plans for issues, and results on action items and make decisions on required escalations.
• Project Financials- Track and reconcile financials, ensure resolution of anomalies, update and reconcile latest estimates, ensure actuals to plan, and make escalating recommendations as appropriate.

Skills

Project coordination

MS Project

MS Office

SDLC

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Technical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project

Job description

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.

At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

What You'll Be Doing

As a member of CIBC’s team, the Senior Project Coordinator, IT is responsible for tracking, monitoring, and following up on requests for information received by a team. The role makes decisions on their work methods to provide information for resourcing, budgeting, planning, compliance, tracking, and other services that are often requested. The Senior Project Coordinator, IT exercises independent judgment within defined procedures, providing technical guidance to project team members and engaging subject matter expertise input on behalf of the team. You’ll be responsible for support and implementation of after hours initiatives on a on-going bases if needed.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. To successfully perform the work, you’ll be on‑site full-time. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 1-3 days per week on‑site, while other days will be remote.

How You'll Succeed

• Coordination- Support Project Managers throughout all project management lifecycle phases as necessary. Develop, manage and control schedules by updating, making mitigation decisions, and escalating as appropriate. End-to-end coordination of smaller, low-complexity initiatives.
• Tracking & Reporting- Track progress and make recommendations on response plans for risks, resolution plans for issues, and results on action items and make decisions on required escalations.
• Project Financials- Track and reconcile financials, ensure resolution of anomalies, update and reconcile latest estimates, ensure actuals to plan, and make escalating recommendations as appropriate.

Who You Are

• You can demonstrate 3-5 years experience in. Managing all facets of a project as a Senior IT Project Coordinator. You have hands‑on experience creating project artifacts and supporting Project Managers during the project management lifecycle. You have experience working with Microsoft Office Suite and MS Project and strong written and verbal communication skills. In addition, you have strong knowledge of the software development lifecycle and enterprise development concepts. After hours and weekend support of project-related activities, will be required if necessary.
• You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile, because it's the right thing to do.
• You’re goal oriented. You’re motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make a difference.
• You're passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You connect with others through respect and authenticity.
• You love to learn. You're passionate about growing your knowledge. You have a strong sense of curiosity.
• You’re a certified professional. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science or Technical discipline.
• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career, rather than just a paycheck.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive salary, incentive pay, banking benefits, a benefits program*, defined benefit pension plan*, an employee share purchase plan, a vacation offering, wellbeing support, and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.
• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.
• We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.
• Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What You Need To Know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact [e-mail]
• CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities we’re actively recruiting for, unless stated otherwise.
• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.
• We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills test (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency).
• We use artificial intelligence tools during the recruitment process. Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

Job Location

Toronto-81 Bay, 28th Floor

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Decision Making, Facilitation, Governance Models, Project Coordination, Project Finances, Project Management Life Cycle (PMLC), Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)