Project Coordinator Jobs

About This Opportunity
At Meridian our aspiration is to integrate our purpose into everything we do for people, the planet, and communities. We believe that our greatest opportunity is to create opportunity and meet people where they are.
The Project Coordinator will be responsible for providing support services to the Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO). These tasks involve administrative support to day-to-day EPMO operations, project governance, programs, and projects. The Project Coordinator will also participate in the management of the EPMO tools and assist the core teams in terms of process improvement practices.
Please note: this is a 6-month contract opportunity with possibility for renewal
Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:
Planning, Execution and Operationalization

• Assist in the compilation of project statuses for executive and various reporting
• Conduct follow-ups to general requirements from the Sr. Project Managers
• Assist the Sr. Project Managers for coordination tasks based on specific requests
• Assist with the set-up of resources in the PM tool for existing and future projects
• Assist in the set-up of project requirements, project sites, site access and others
• Assist in the preparation and consolidation of project risk, actions, issues, decision log as well as tracking assumptions and constraints

Stakeholder Management and Communication

• Communicate with various departments to keep everyone on board about any changes to the project plan
• Schedule, attend, participate and take minutes in various meetings as required
• Raise risks to the Sr. Project Manager
• Act as the initial contact between the project and the different stakeholder in terms of its project and governance practices
• Effectively communicate and build rapport with team members, stakeholders and business partners using a variety of communication techniques

Other Administrative Support Services

• Collect project data from the Sr. Project Manager and other cross functional leads.
• Assist in the preparation of the Steering Committee, project and other EPMO reporting
• Assist in the management of the EPMO tools, sites, and dashboards
• Act as administrator and content owner of the project team site and tools
• Assist in the management of the change management and benefits realization process
• Ensure Project Managers maintain project artifacts in their project repository before project closing

We’d Love to Work with You If You Have the following skills and abilities:

• Able to work in a team environment or as an individual contributor
• Strong interpersonal skills – able to interact with and build effective relationships with all levels of staff
• Ability to communicate between technical and non-technical teams, and understanding the language used by both.
• Able to work on changing priorities and deadlines
• Adaptable and patient – able to work well in a fluid environment, flex with change and tolerate ambiguity
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to influence others and negotiate effectively
• Ability to work independently with virtual team while achieving deadlines
• Have a solid customer service orientation
• Organized with the ability to quickly prioritize and re-prioritize and effectively handle critical issues or competing priorities
• Experience working as a project coordinator to portfolio office, large projects and/or multiple projects
• Move with agility from one task to another to meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Experience in implementation and launch of new technology software and projects.
• Self motivated with strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Proficient computer skills and competent with Microsoft Office Programs including MS Project and Visio with an emphasis on advanced Microsoft Excel experience, SharePoint and/or Project/Portfolio Management tool, Power BI

Education, Designations, Training And Experience

• 2-5 years experience in a project coordinator or project control officer role in an Enterprise Project Management Office setting
• University degree or diploma (or acceptable equivalent qualifications)
• Knowledge of Project Management Life Cycle, Software Development Life Cycle methodologies (SDLC) and Agile methodologies
• Project Management Professional, Accounting or Agile/SCRUM certification is an asset
• Audit experience is an asset
• Working knowledge of banking solutions and products
• Knowledge of conflict and issue resolution
• Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies

Office Location: 3330 Bloor Street West, Toronto OR 75 Corporate Park Drive, St. Catharines.
Meridian has a remote work policy that allows flexibility for employees to work remotely but also requires regular time in the office for purposeful meetings to collaborate, innovate and build effective relationships with your team, your colleagues and your leader which is very important to us.
What's in it for you?

• Hybrid work arrangements with in-person office time to collaborate, innovate and build relationships with your colleagues
• We have an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success!
• This isn't your typical "corporate" job. We work hard and we have fun!
• We provide you with the tools and technology needed to delight your candidates and clients!
• You'll get to work with and learn from diverse industry leaders, who have hailed from top organizations around the world

Who we are:
Meridian is Ontario’s largest credit union, and second largest in Canada, helping to grow the lives of our more than 360,000 Members. Meridian has more than 75 years of banking history and is 100% owned by its members. With 89 retail branches and 15 Business Banking Centers across Ontario and $ 30B in assets under management, Meridian offers a full range of financial products and services to its retail, business banking and wealth members. With over 2000 employees and corporate offices located in Toronto and St. Catharines, Meridian has a track record of creating and delivering innovative new offerings and is committed to investing in the communities that we serve. Our plan is to build on our momentum as we deliver on our purpose - helping our members achieve their best life.
Find our story here: About Meridian
Experience the Difference!
Meridian is committed to promoting an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to employing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities and Members in which we live and serve.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.
Please note that due to the volume of applications, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview.
Thank you for your interest in Meridian Credit Union.