IT Project Manager

BMO is currently sourcing for an IT Project Manager. This is a hybrid contract role in Chicago (1 day in office per week).


Role Overview:


The IT Project Manager will support the Corporate Real Estate line of business by applying best practice PMO methodologies to develop and execute project plans that meet stakeholder needs. This role is critical to the bank's Channels expansion program, ensuring reliable and secure infrastructure across the Commercial Real Estate portfolio. The position involves managing technology infrastructure projects including network connectivity, on-site technology, and alignment with enterprise standards to enable scalable operations and growth.


Key Responsibilities:

• Develop integrated baseline project plans, estimate resources and skills, and manage performance against plans.
• Assemble project teams, assign responsibilities, and enforce accountability.
• Develop and maintain project budgets and schedules to ensure timely completion.
• Recommend solutions based on business needs and assess risk-based provisions.
• Capture and analyze program metrics to track progress and performance.
• Manage project scope changes and communicate impacts on budget, timeline, and risk.
• Conduct regular site visits to verify IT deliverables and coordinate with vendors and trades.
• Manage project closure activities including documentation and client satisfaction surveys.
• Provide onsite management and technical delivery ownership on a project basis.
• Perform install verification assessments and floor walkthroughs.
• Ensure availability during standard and go-live hours, including overtime as required.
• Travel to project sites 25-50% of the time, including overnight stays as needed.

• 5+ years of project management experience.
• Experience supporting IT aspects of real estate builds, renovations, and remodels (e.g., circuit order and delivery, network voice/data, server, personal tech setup).
• Proficiency in developing project plans using Microsoft Project and managing deadlines.
• Strong understanding of IT equipment scope, impact, and risks throughout project phases.
• Knowledge of project metrics, reporting, and trend analysis.
• Ability to identify issues, generate solutions, and perform root cause analysis.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office applications, MS Project, and/or Visio.
• Basic understanding of hardware components in data centers.

• Relevant postsecondary education.
• Experience in the financial industry or with BMO.
• PMP certification.

• Experience managing competing demands for change windows and resource scheduling.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional IT teams.
• Familiarity with revenue-producing business lines and risk mitigation related to project work.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently to project sites, including overnight stays.