Job Description

33 Dundas Street West Toronto Ontario,M5G 3C2


Applies specialized knowledge of project/program/initiative delivery methods (including Agile and waterfall) to create high quality, predictable, transparent, and sustainable outcomes for the team(s) and project(s), program(s) and initiative(s) supported. Collaborates across teams and stakeholders to remove obstacles that impact the effective functioning of teams and the program. Continuously improves and updates the planning and control approaches for communication, change, risk and financial aspects of the team delivery and release management processes.

Facilitates key activities including Discovery, Story Mapping and Agile ceremonies. Manages and coaches approaches to scope/time pressures. Coaches the Product Owner (PO) in business value prioritization of work. Coaches the team in effort and complexity estimation of work. Facilitates planning/refining activities. Develops the team to a high performing, self-organizing state using data driven coaching. Keeps the team accountable to a Continuous Improvement Plan. Shares expertise and knowledge of Agile Standard Practices (ASP), Project Delivery Life Cycle (PDLC), Software Delivery Life Cycle (SDLC) and helps maintain a record of artifacts. Supports the solution architecture (SA) review and approvals process. Supports the engagement and coordination of extended teams and vendor engagements. Gathers estimates and maintains financial information in Clarity. Monitors and tracks team performance using Agile metrics. Maintains JIRA as book of record for tracking dependencies and delivery progress. Gathers and formats status, risks and issues data into reports and dashboards; Monitors and tracks performance and addresses any issues. Ensures the initiative's deliverables are coordinated for pre-release and release into production per mandatory operational readiness (MOR) process requirements. Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus. Provides specialized consulting, analytical and technical support. Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules. Works independently and regularly handles non-routine situations. Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

Intermediate level of proficiency:

Agile methodology. Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). Project Management Lifecycle/Product Development Lifecycle (PMLC/PDLC). Project/team/initiative structuring. Iterative delivery methodologies. Hybrid and waterfall delivery methodologies. Delivery management and governance. DevOps, Release Management, Solution Architecture processes. Program value, finance and quality management. Program team mobilization. Continuous process improvement. Budget Management. Value Realization (Architecting & Tracking). Communicating with impact. Complex Problem Solving. Learning agility. Emotional agility. Adaptability. Influence skills. Verbal & written communication skills. Collaboration & team skills. Analytical and problem solving skills. Data driven decision making. Typically between 5 - 7 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through extensive education and business experience.

Salary:

$68,000.00 - $126,000.00

Pay Type:

Salaried


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.


Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.