Senior Project Manager – Software Implementation

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

📋 Description

• Take full ownership of software implementation delivery, beginning with initial client discussions and continuing through to go-live and transition to operations.

• Facilitate steering committee meetings, executive status updates, and decision-making sessions.

• Provide insights, identify risks, and obtain approval for key decisions.

• Oversee configuration, data, QA, development, and integration workstreams.

• Act as the main point of contact for clients regarding concerns, changes in scope, and project updates.

• Proactively handle risks, dependencies, scenarios, timelines, and recommendations.

• Manage the scope, schedule, budget, and quality of projects.

• Lead change management efforts, control scope, and track financials.

• Strategically plan and optimize resource allocation across various workstreams.

• Advocate for PMO standards and best practices in delivery.

• Mentor junior project managers and coordinators.

• Leverage AI and automation for executive dashboards, risk trend analysis, dependency mapping, and forecasting delivery.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 5 years of project management experience in delivering complex Defined Benefit pension implementation projects from start to finish.

• Expertise in client-facing software implementation delivery, involving multiple workstreams and senior stakeholders.

• Comprehensive understanding of pension administration processes, challenges, and technology landscapes.

• Executive-level communication skills and stakeholder management experience with C-suite clients and senior leaders.

• Proficient in risk management, financial oversight, and change control for large-scale initiatives.

• Experience in leading governance forums and steering committees with senior client stakeholders.

• Proven ability to lead integrated, multi-disciplinary teams across configuration, data, QA, product, development, and integration functions.

• Practical experience in applying generative AI, copilots, or automation to enhance delivery insights, governance, and decision-making support.

• Knowledge of responsible AI practices, including data privacy, security, and enterprise-approved tools.

• Capability to identify and advocate for practical AI applications.

• Bilingual proficiency in English and French is preferred.

• PMP or a similar project management certification is preferred.

• Experience with SaaS platforms, data migration, and system integrations is preferred.

• Familiarity with Azure DevOps, Jira, or similar platforms is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus packages.

• A minimum of 3 weeks of vacation.

• Flexible benefits plan for you and your family.

• Option to work in-office, remotely, or a combination of both.

• Generous company-matched pension plan.

• Opportunities to contribute to community initiatives.

• Career advancement and learning & development opportunities.