Senior Tech Project Manager

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We are seeking a Senior Technology Project Manager to lead delivery across the Corporate and Commercial Banking & Credit Risk (CCB&CR) Technology portfolio.

The CCB&CR suite of applications function to support the end-to-end client journey of prospecting, onboarding, credit review, risk assessment, deal setup, funding, servicing and reporting. This role is accountable for driving complex technology initiatives across a highly integrated, regulated ecosystem, operating at scale across multiple in-house platforms, vendor applications, and business domains.

The role is Technology‑led, with responsibility for execution rigor, delivery governance, financial discipline, and risk management across enterprise‑critical systems.

In partnering with Senior Technology Officers, Business Analysts and Developers, Technology PMs lead a mix of development and enhancement initiatives, infrastructure and platform currency work, mandatory or regulatory projects, and platform modernization efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Create detailed project schedule/plan and own the end‑to‑end delivery of large, complex technology initiatives across CCB&CR from initiation through closure.
• Drive execution across multiple teams which can include in-house application teams, engineering, architecture, infrastructure, security, data, operations, and external vendors, while actively managing cross‑platform dependencies and integration risks.
• Apply deep understanding of PDLC and SDLC to structure project delivery.
• Establish and maintain delivery governance, including project charters, integrated schedules, RAID logs, financial tracking, and executive reporting.
• Proactively identify and manage technology, regulatory, and operational risks in a highly controlled banking environment, ensuring alignment with enterprise PMO and compliance standards.
• Own financial management for initiatives, including budget planning, forecasting, vendor spend, and reconciliation across teams.
• Act as the primary delivery interface for Technology leadership, providing clear, tailored communication to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Partner with Business and Operations teams to ensure technology solutions are production‑ready, scalable, and support end‑to‑end client and employee journeys.
• Demonstrate strong ownership and accountability, resolving delivery issues decisively and adapting plans as portfolio priorities, funding, or technology direction evolves.

Required Experience & Skills

• Typically 7+ years of relevant experience and/or certification in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Project management experience – 6 to 8 years.
• Proven Tech PM experience delivering large, complex technology initiatives in enterprise environments
• Strong, practical knowledge of Project Delivery Life Cycle (PDLC) and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Experience owning initiatives end‑to‑end across multiple platforms, teams, and vendors
• Demonstrated ability to construct and operate within delivery governance frameworks
• Strong financial rigor, including experience managing project budgets and forecasts
• Clear, adaptable communication skills across engineering, leadership, and business audiences
• Hands‑on experience with PM artifacts (RAID logs, schedules, charters, status reporting)
• Strong conflict resolution and issue navigation skills
• Proficiency with PM tools (Excel, MS Project, PowerPoint)

Nice to Have

• Experience in Commercial Lending, Credit risk, or Banking platforms
• PM certifications (e.g., PMP or equivalent)
• Experience supporting cloud, data, or AI‑enabled initiatives
• Experience working effectively in a hybrid, distributed delivery environment

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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