As a member of CIBC’s team, the IT Cloud Project Manager is a seasoned expert responsible for overseeing the day-to-day project activities of complex projects of a tactical nature, ensuring project control procedures and policies are adhered as per technology’s project performance standards. The role works with minimal direction, applying deep knowledge in their field of expertise to manage the delivery of project management best practices and processes including reporting, project planning, and support activities. The IT Cloud Project Manager uses significant latitude in determining objectives and leads employees in the development of analytical approaches, while establishing and maintaining client, senior management, and project manager relationships. In addition, the role provides status updates and progress reports to project stakeholders to manage expectations related to scope and timeline constraints.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement (proportion of on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview.

• Project Management – Outline project goals, terms of reference, resource requirements, and costs. Create a resource plan that ensures all stakeholders have a voice on the project. Assess the efficiency of the practices and procedures used by a team and provide guidance that will continuously improve the project plan and Develop trusted working relationships with business stakeholders and technology partners.

• Collaboration – Help internal partners make informed decisions about the development of programs, products, and services. Coach and mentor, your teams as you work toward a common goal. Negotiate deliverables and milestones whenever necessary.

• Project Coordination – Proactively identify risks to the project schedule and find ways to mitigate them. Monitor milestones; ensure they are completed according to timelines and budgets. Execute a project plan that strikes the right balance between budget, time, and risk. Communication and Persuasion – Share ideas, build consensus, and write with impact.

• You can demonstrate at least 4+ years of experience in project management, ideally within the financial services or technology industry, with a proven track record of managing cross-portfolio projects in a matrix environment. You are experienced with both waterfall and agile methodologies and possess a strong understanding of the Software Delivery Life Cycle (SDLC). Must Have Prior datacenter migration and transformation experience is essential for success in this role, particularly in the analysis and decommissioning of legacy infrastructure. You are proficient with project management and issue management tools such as Planview, ServiceNow, and JIRA. Additionally, you are well-versed in financial tracking for both legacy systems and cloud environments, including financial optimization techniques. Key responsibilities include coordinating the end-to-end delivery of application and infrastructure migration initiatives, including server migration and decommissioning activities. The role involves tracking milestones and financials, proactively identifying and mitigating risks, and driving continuous improvement in delivery practices. Furthermore, you will provide clear and concise status updates and progress reports to stakeholders, ensuring effective management of expectations regarding scope, timelines, and business value realization.

• You have a degree/diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems, or a related field of study.

• You embrace and champion change. You'll continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.

• Your influence makes an impact. You know that relationships and networks are essential to success. You inspire outcomes by making yourself heard.

• You’re digitally savvy. You seek out innovative solutions and embrace leading-edge technologies. You can easily adapt to new tools and trends.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

• 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.

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