Sr. Project Coordinator

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.

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What you’ll be doing

You will be joining CIBC’s Enterprise Programs Delivery team, with a focus on delivering enterprise-wide transformation, regulatory and compliance programs.  As the Sr. Project Coordinator, you will ensure that the necessary project control procedures and standards are executed for assigned programs and projects. You will work closely with the project managers, business and technology teams, and other project team members to ensure project governance processes are effectively managed, work artifacts are appropriately leveraged and practices adhered to. 

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You can effectively perform all work activities remotely, and will only be required to be on-site on an occasional basis (1-3 days per week). This is subject to business needs and there may be additional on-site days required.

How you’ll succeed

• Project Coordination – Support Project and Program Managers throughout all phases of the project management lifecycle. Develop, manage, and control schedules by making continuous updates and communicating timelines, escalating issues when necessary. Support creation and maintenance of the project repository, artifacts, minutes, presentations, and management decks.

• Tracking & Reporting – Track progress on milestones, response/resolution plans, change requests, issues & risks.  Process information with a high degree of accuracy with attention to the details. Coordinate flow & management of documents for team and perform updates/reviews as required (using tools such as SharePoint, Plainview, Project Reporting Financials (PRF)).  

• Project Financials – Track and reconcile financials ensuring resolution of anomalies. Update and reconcile ongoing estimates, make recommendations, and escalate when necessary. Support monthly & quarterly program accruals and financial reporting.

• Communication - Well developed written & verbal communication skills. Ability to produce a variety of business documents with clarity of thought and orderliness of presentation. Ability to articulate factual and conceptual information which require detailed explanation or interpretation

• Analytical Thinking – Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills. Your experience should be sufficient to interpret requirements and identify risks to deliver accurate and complete requirements to both internal and external clients.

• Lead Projects - You will support leading Projects & Initiatives and ensure that requirement work packages are delivered on time, within budget, and with quality, as agreed to by the Project/Program Manager, Client, and/or Sponsor of each initiative.

Who you are

• You can demonstrate experience in Microsoft Office applications Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Project Management. It’s an asset if you are familiar with Planview and PRF.

• You're driven to succeed. You are motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make an impact.

• You understand that success is in the details. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.

• You're passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships, and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You build trust through respect and authenticity.

• You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems, and making sense of information. You’re confident in your ability to communicate detailed information in an impactful way.

• You love to learn. You're passionate about growing your knowledge, including emerging capabilities such as Generative AI, and you know that there is no limit to what you can achieve.

• 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 [email protected]

• 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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