Program/Project Manager

For our client in the financial sector, We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to manage and drive the delivery of high-impact workstreams within large and complex programs/projects within our portfolio. This role combines elements of program and project management, requiring a leader who can coordinate multiple initiatives or work packages, balance strategic oversight with tactical execution, ensure alignment with strategic priorities, and optimize resource allocation.

Job Title :Program/Project Manager

Location :Montreal (Day 1 onboarding onsite / in office presence 3x week)

Duration: 12 months contract

Job Description

Enterprise Technology and Services (“ETS”) delivers shared technology services supporting all the Firm’s business applications and end users. ETS is focused on enabling the Firm to manage its global businesses and clients with market-leading technology platforms that are resilient, secure, smart, fast, flexible, and efficient. The ETS Portfolio Governance & Delivery (“PGD”) team oversees the strategic alignment, execution, and governance of key initiatives, ensuring they deliver value, meet organizational goals, and adhere to compliance and risk standards, while also managing and facilitating cross-functional alignment and dependency management. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to manage and drive the delivery of high-impact workstreams within large and complex programs/projects within our portfolio. This role combines elements of program and project management, requiring a leader who can coordinate multiple initiatives or work packages, balance strategic oversight with tactical execution, ensure alignment with strategic priorities, and optimize resource allocation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, prioritization, and alignment of activities within one or many projects to ensure they support organizational goals of the greater program or portfolio and are consistent with overall strategy
• Act as the central point of contact for project-level updates, providing insight into program / project performance and resource needs
• Lead, manage and ensure efficient coordination of high-priority work items and projects, ensuring ontime delivery, budget and risk control adherence and alignment with key performance indicators
• Coordinate cross- functional teams, resources, and stakeholder engagement to drive deliverables, manage dependencies and ensure success
• Actively monitor project / program interdependencies, facilitating quick resolution of conflicts to keep initiatives on track
• Serve as trusted advisor to project teams, offering guidance on governance standards, risk management and effective issue resolution
• Engage with senior leadership and Program Management Lead and key stakeholders to prepare and deliver clear, high-level presentations and status reports that communicate on the project progress
• Track project financials, including budget adherence and forecasting
• Ensure adherence to governance standards across programs / projects, embedding best practices for reporting, compliance, and risk management Requirements
• Proven work experience (8+ years) in project management, with demonstrated capability in managing complex, cross-functional projects
• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to oversee a diverse portfolio of programs / projects and align with organizational goals • Ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders across functions
• Strong understanding of governance frameworks, reporting standards and risk management practices.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and lead process improvements.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to perform in high pressure, fast paced situations
• Exceptional attention to detail and highly organized
• Proficiency with project management and reporting tools (i.e. Jira, PPT, Excel, Power BI)
• Technology and Financial Services background (desired)