Avp, Program Management

At CWB , we strive to build value for the people who choose us every day: our people, our clients and our investors. We do this by holding true to the values that guide us. We put people first and build relationships with intention. We seek out and embrace new ideas, knowing that better is always possible. We believe that how we do things is as important as what we do. And we harness the power of inclusion. Our culture is who we are and how we show up - as individuals and as a team - to accomplish our strategy. Role Specifications Everyday flexibility. Hybrid work environments. On-site requirements. Collaborative connections. Location: Edmonton, Vancouver, or Toronto. Edmonton location is preferred CWB Bank CWB is a bank built for business owners Canadian Western Bank (CWB) is the only _full-service bank_ in Canada with a strategic focus to meet the unique financial needs of businesses and their owners. Our teams take a _ relationship-based_ approach to deliver a uniquely _proactive client experience_ through highly _personalized service, specialized expertise, customized solutions, and faster response times. _We provide full-service business and personal banking, nation-wide specialized financing in targeted industries, comprehensive wealth management offerings, and trust services. Our highly engaged teams operate within a _client-centric, collaborative, and change-ready culture, _with a core focus to achieve our vision to become the best full-service bank for business owners in Canada as we continue to transform our capabilities, _united_ as one. Inclusion has power Labels don’t matter here. But your perspective does. Bring you. All of you. Data nerd. Indigenous hoop dancer. Gym junkie. Sign-language interpreter. Coder. Foodie. World traveler. Justice activist. Blogger. Veteran. The opportunity The AVP, Project Management Office (PMO) Program Management is a key role in the PMO leadership team. This role reports to the Sr. AVP, PMO and provides program management and oversight support for assigned programs and projects across the CWB Financial Group. The AVP, PMO Program Management is also responsible for direct management and oversight of assigned PMO team members (Sr. Project Managers, Project Managers, Sr. Project Coordinators, and contract resources). This role is also a key partner of other delivery groups at CWB, such as Finance, Information Services, Customer and Process Excellence (CAPE), and People First Teams. Day-to-day activities Lead PMO Programs- Effectively demonstrate value-add program/project management that is aligned with the PMO PDLC (Project Delivery Life Cycle) framework practices to ensure all project scope, risks, quality metrics, schedules, and benefits are holistically managed with alignment of the Executive Sponsor, Project Owner, and applicable Program/Project Steering Committee;- Ensure continued program/project alignment with the CWB Financial Group strategic plan and objectives;- Maintain continuous learning that enhances the knowledge, skills and abilities required to provide effective program and project governance and management activities;- Continuously monitor "best practices" for program/project management frameworks, processes, tools, and templates and foster a continuous team driven approach to planning and implementing agreed changes. This includes effective right-sized designs to achieve desired outcomes and alignment of supporting implementation and delivery methodologies with the PMO PDLC.- Ensure client and user impacts are validated throughout the PMO Project Delivery Life Cycle (PDLC) framework, including delivery and enablement of defined benefits;- Provide effective management for the PMO program/project budgets assigned, including estimation, vendor invoice management, budget tracking/adjustments, and final program delivery within the agreed budget. This includes working closely with Finance to align PMO Project budget definition and management processes.- Continuous review and setup of action plans related to opportunities to improve program cost savings, reduce rework, and effectively use resources assigned to programs/projects;- Performs other such roles and duties as may be required by the Sr. AVP, PMO in supporting the PMO function. Leadership and Coaching- Direct management and leadership oversight of PMO Practice team members; including Senior Project Management, Project Management, Sr. Project Coordinator, and PMO contractors;- Deliver effective hiring, talent development, performance management and reward processes and programs across areas of responsibility that positively impact attraction, motivation, engagement and retention of best-in-class talent;- Provide responsive, positive and constructive leadership coaching, mentorship and direction to all employees in assigned area of responsibility;- Ensure effective allocation and utilization of team members in support of planned project work;- - Promotes CWB core values on