Business Project Manager

Our client, a Top 5 Canadian Bank, is looking to hire a Senior Project Manager for a 6-month contract (with potential extension, no conversion to FTE). This is a hybrid position based in Toronto, with in-office work required every Wednesday and every third Friday.

Responsibilities

• Lead business-side delivery on multiple digital or AI enablement projects, managing a total budget of $5M+ and durations of 12–18 months each
• Manage 3–4 projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment with business sponsor objectives and enterprise digital goals
• Partner closely with the Tech IT Project Manager to ensure end-to-end integration and successful execution of all business-side work packages
• Serve as primary business-facing project lead, interfacing with senior stakeholders including Directors, VPs, and SVPs
• Develop key project documentation including business cases, project charters, management plans, financial forecasts, and risk assessments
• Participate in or lead executive-level meetings to provide updates and gain alignment on project delivery
• Oversee business-side testing, including Enhanced Business Testing (EBT) and business verification test plans post-implementation
• Manage post-implementation activities such as warranty support, issue tracking, and business process updates
• Ensure proper change management including training plans, communication plans, and stakeholder engagement
• Report on project health, risks, and financials on a regular cadence to business executives

Must-Have Skills

• 7+ years of experience in business-focused project management
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale projects with cross-functional teams of 15+
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership and stakeholders
• Strong financial management experience, including forecasting and actuals monitoring
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Project

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience within the banking or financial services industry (ideally with this client)
• Familiarity with SEED framework and business case development
• Experience working with enterprise risk management groups
• PMP certification

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