Senior Project Management Lead

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• Support the execution of strategic initiatives and operational programs in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders

• Manages assigned projects from project initiation to implementation to achieve desired business results and ensures that a successful business outcome is the prime measure of project success including delivering projects on time, within budget, within quality standards and to the satisfaction of the project lead.

• Manages projects within one business group involving multiple internal and external stakeholders and facilitates communication with other program/project managers and stakeholders efficiently and effectively; gains and builds trust and rapport.

• Directs, manages, and coordinates team members including other project managers, business and technology resources, user groups, internal and external consultants, and contractors, as well as vendors and external regulatory organizations.

• Assists in the development of plans, managing key milestones, prioritizing tasks, and assigning various deliverables to team members.

• Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.

• Demonstrates ownership and commitment for the identification and resolution of project problems.

• Breaks down problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations as well as resolve issues.

• Understands project interdependencies and demonstrates critical thinking that proactively identifies project risks and establishes effective risk mitigation from the outset.

• Manages overall project budget, financial tracking, financial forecasts, and conducts ongoing reconciliation

• Monitors and tracks performance & key value levers of the ongoing initiatives and addresses any issues to ensure realization of planned benefits / value from the project / program.

• Provides project lead with advice on the viability of the business case (costs, benefits, KPIs, etc.) throughout the project.

• Advise on negotiations for contracts and agreements with clients, vendors, and subcontractors, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.

• Manages all aspects of the project lifecycle, including business, operational and technology deliverables. Ensures all project processes are completed.

• Develops and documents all related project management artifacts (including but not limited to project plan, governance structure, RASCI and status update presentations / documents), while complying with applicable enterprise standards

• Monitors and controls project deliverables. Makes recommendations and adjustments to the overall project plan to achieve deliverables

• Leads and/or represents the project in project team meetings, governance forums and inter-department forums.

• Executes project requirements in governance frameworks focused on risk appetite, regulatory and compliance standards.

• Adheres to Bank risk, regulatory and compliance controls.

• Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.

• Works independently and regularly handles non-routine situations.

• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Additional Requirements

• 10+ years of project management related experience, with recent consulting background

• Diverse project management experience (not narrowly focused on technology or regulatory projects)

• MS Project, Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills - Expert

• Verbal & written communication skills - Expert

• Analytical and problem-solving skills - Expert

• Collaboration & team skills - Expert

• Influence skills - Expert.

• Data driven decision making - Expert

• Stakeholder management - Expert.

• Able to navigate challenging situations effectively

• Able to apply project management methodologies or approaches

• Valid Project Management designation is an asset

• Experience with BMO policies, guidelines and project management frameworks (incl. PDLC) is an asset

• PMP Certification & relevant experience in both waterfall and agile practices

The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

About Us

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en.

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

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