Senior Project Manager: Banking & Strategy Delivery

CIBC US; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CIBC is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Chicago to deliver highly complex, end-to-end projects. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets and timelines, and provide executive-level updates. Strong leadership, communication, and banking domain experience are essential.

The role includes consulting on strategic initiatives, stakeholder engagement, and governance. Expect a mix of on-site and remote work, with a compensation range reflected in the job listing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience.
• Proven experience as a Project Manager, preferably in a banking or financial institution.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Knowledge of SDLC is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans, define scope, objectives, tasks, and deliverables for each phase of the project.
• Identify, allocate and manage project resources, including personnel and budget, to ensure efficient project execution.
• Create and manage project schedules, setting realistic timelines and milestones.
• Identify project risks and develop risk mitigation strategies; escalate and resolve issues.
• Facilitate effective communication among project team members, stakeholders, and senior management; provide regular updates.
• Ensure project deliverables meet predefined standards and specifications.
• Manage project scope changes and assess their impact on timeline, resources, and budget.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

SDLC knowledge

Analytical

Coaching

Microsoft Office

Presentation skills

Risk management

Change management

Cross-functional teamwork

Team leadership

Scheduling

Requirements analysis

Education

College degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Teams

SharePoint

Job description

CIBC is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Chicago to deliver highly complex, end-to-end projects. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets and timelines, and provide executive-level updates. Strong leadership, communication, and banking domain experience are essential.

The role includes consulting on strategic initiatives, stakeholder engagement, and governance. Expect a mix of on-site and remote work, with a compensation range reflected in the job listing.