Project Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Oversee the complete project lifecycle for a range of small to large-scale projects and programs.

• Lead and coordinate resources within the project/program team to ensure milestones are met.

• Ensure projects and programs are delivered on time, within budget, and uphold high-quality standards.

• Identify, evaluate, and address risks and issues related to projects and programs.

• Manage the daily operations of PMO team members where applicable, including coaching and providing performance feedback.

• Plan, execute, and deliver projects in accordance with established project delivery guidelines and standards.

• Monitor progress and proactively manage risks, issues, and dependencies associated with projects.

• Appropriately escalate project concerns and implement solutions to eliminate obstacles.

• Provide timely project reports and performance dashboards.

• Conduct regular project reviews and communicate the status of projects to stakeholders.

• Manage project/program budgets and track variance reporting.

• Develop and implement resource management plans.

• Establish and facilitate regular meetings for projects and programs.

• Create, maintain, and oversee project documentation.

• Utilize project management tools to assist with planning, execution, and reporting.

• Document and disseminate lessons learned to foster continuous improvement.

• Build and sustain effective relationships with stakeholders and team members.

• Suggest enhancements to project methodologies, frameworks, and best practices.

• Inspire and lead project teams while promoting collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Encourage effective teamwork and partnerships among stakeholders and project resources.

• Provide consistent and timely feedback to team members and managers.

• Utilize AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot to improve project planning, reporting, risk management, stakeholder communications, and delivery efficiency.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience managing large, complex, cross-functional IT projects using structured project management methodologies and tools.

• Proven expertise in project estimation, planning, tracking, scope management, risk management, issue management, and status reporting.

• Advanced knowledge of project metrics, reporting, trend analysis, and presentation techniques.

• Strong commitment to delivering professional client service excellence.

• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.

• Demonstrated capability to motivate, mentor, and guide team members.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field.

• PMP or PRINCE2 certification is preferred.

• Agile and/or Scrum Master certification.

• Strong understanding of Project Management methodologies.

• Good comprehension of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

🏝️ Benefits

• Contract duration of 6 months.

• Opportunity to work remotely within Ontario.