Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager Banking (Contract)
Location: Halifax, Canada

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with 7+ years of experience to lead and deliver complex initiatives within the banking domain. This is a contract role based in Halifax, focused on driving end-to-end project execution, stakeholder alignment, and successful delivery within scope, budget, and timelines.

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of banking-related projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Define project scope, goals, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Manage cross-functional teams including business analysts, developers, QA, and external vendors.
• Establish and maintain project governance, reporting structures, and communication plans.
• Identify risks, issues, and dependencies, and implement mitigation strategies proactively.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including senior leadership, to ensure transparency and alignment.
• Ensure compliance with banking regulations, internal policies, and security standards.
• Track project performance using appropriate tools and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid).
• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes and best practices.

• 7+ years of experience in project management, with a strong focus on the banking or financial services domain.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering medium to large-scale projects.
• Strong understanding of banking systems, processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing full project lifecycle (initiation to closure).
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong risk management and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with project management tools such as JIRA, MS Project, or similar.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification is highly preferred.

• Experience working with Canadian banking institutions or regulatory frameworks.
• Familiarity with digital banking, payments, or core banking transformation projects.
• Exposure to data analytics, reporting tools, or cloud-based platforms.
• Knowledge of change management practices and tools.
• Experience in vendor and contract management.
• Scrum Master or Agile certifications are an asset.

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Strategic thinking with attention to detail.
• Ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Adaptability and resilience in dynamic project environments.
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on quality delivery.

This role is ideal for a proactive and results-driven Project Manager who thrives in a banking environment and is capable of delivering high-impact projects with precision and efficiency.