Project Manager – connectFirst

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: Calgary, AB

Job Description: Description :About connectFirst Credit UnionAs a credit union, we’re different than a bank – and we like it that way.At connectFirst, we spend our days helping our members achieve their financial aspirations through a community-focused approach to banking that’s true to our co-operative principles. You’re our member, not a number. We’re your neighbours and your partner. Over 80 years ago we started from humble beginnings. Through the years, we’ve grown to become one of Alberta’s leading financial institutions through a desire to connect the dots between your dreams, your goals, your community, and your financial wellness and we echo these desires through our new, consolidated connectFirst brand.We believe that banking is about more than money – it’s a cornerstone of every vibrant community and that our members should expect us to positively impact the financial success and viability of the communities that we call home. We invest meaningfully in the potential and well-being of our employees, and what matters most to our members. We have honest conversations about real things, as real people. Our members are owners, they have a say in how we operate, they earn dividends on common shares and investment shares, and they have access to an extensive array of financial products and services.

• Our mission: Make money make a difference.
• Our vision: Do what’s right for every member.
• Our values: Think big, act local, take charge, and make it easy.

We’re committed to providing remarkable experiences to our members, our communities, and our employees, and we’re proud to be regarded as one of the best:

• Named among Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures™ by Waterstone Human Capital
• Recipient of Canada’s Best Managed Companies award for 21 consecutive years
• $12.3 billion book of business (Deposits=45%, Loans=43%, Wealth Management=10%, Syndicated Loans=2%)
• 750 employees
• $585 million in Member’s equity

Key Accountabilities:

• Leads and manages the full project lifecycle from initiation to project close using the EPM Framework tools, documents, and checklists.
• Utilizes system development lifecycle principles and best practices in Information Technology/agile projects.
• Develops and maintains project management documentation including charters, benefits realization plans, financial tracking/forecasting, resource tracking/forecasting, risk registers, and lessons learned.
• Integrates project activities, plans, and deliverables from all departments, functions and stakeholders into a single integrated project plan.
• Prepares weekly status reports and monthly project update presentations to various levels of leadership.
• Builds collaborative business relationships vital to the success of the project and delegates tasks and responsibilities to project team members including external partners and vendors.
• Liases with project stakeholders through regular and effective communication.
• Provides project management coaching and mentoring to project team, stakeholders and subject matter experts.
• Adheres to Project Management standards as defined by the Enterprise Portfolio Management Office.
• Supports the development and implementation of the annual business plan for the organization.
• Remains current on emerging project management trends to continually improve our project management function and service delivery.

Experience and/or Educational Requirements:

• A completed certificate, diploma or degree in Business Administration, Computer Science or related field and a minimum 8 years of formal Project Management experience.
• A certificate in Project Management or certification from PMI will be considered an asset.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.

Skills and Competencies:

• Proficiency with Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Sharepoint, Visio, Project, etc.
• Demonstrate strong planning and organizing skills in order to meet challenging deadlines.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects leveraging project methodology as defined by PMI.
• Model flexibility and adaptability while managing multiple projects in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal.
• Excellent attention to detail and presentation skills.
• Well-developed consulting, consensus building and facilitation skills, business analysis/project management expertise.
• Flexible approaches to problem solving, with an ability to lead teams and to work concurrently with multiple stakeholders.

Qualified applicants are invited to apply online.We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note applications will only be accepted online and only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.For more information on Connect First Credit Union Careers, please visit

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