Are you a skilled Project Manager in search of your next opportunity? Our client seeks a Project Manager/Leader to manage complex IT projects from inception to completion. This role involves leading software development initiatives, managing budgets and schedules, and working closely with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
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Advantages
- Hybrid work environment
- Opportunity to work on high-impact IT projects involving infrastructure, software, and business applications
- Engage with cross-functional teams and external vendors to deliver strategic business solutions
- Work in a collaborative and structured project management environment
Responsibilities
KEY CONTRIBUTIONS
Functional/Technical:
- Advises on, and as appropriate leads, activities related to project scope, definition, risk management, and quality assurance to ensure projects deliver expected outcomes.
- Performs complete start to close-out project management on complex projects to ensure projects meet defined objectives, scope, budget and timelines.
- Establishes, manages and directs resources to ensure the necessary level and capabilities are represented on a project team in order to ensure successful delivery of the project.
- Provides direction and advice to staff and personnel assigned to individual projects, through all project stages (e.g. on administrative, design, editing, technical, estimating, and priority issues as appropriate).
- Reviews and advises on project contract documents (e.g. requests for acquisitions, requisitions for purchase orders, change orders for contracts and addenda for consultant agreements).
- Ensures that capital projects and programs for new, replacement or enhanced infrastructure, maximize customer service, satisfy internal stakeholder requirements, incorporate external agency requirements, and serve public interests.
- Leads the development, reviews and approvals of Project Charter and Project Plan documents.
- Leads the identification, assessment, mitigation and communication of project risks.
- Creates, manages and reports on budgets for assigned projects, to ensure projects are delivered within budget expectations.
- Reviews and evaluates studies, reports, design proposals, specifications and contract documents, to meet established policies, procedures and standards applicable to projects.
- Develops and delivers reports and presentations defining plans, issues, status and resolutions to appropriate levels of management.
Customer/Stakeholder:
- Participates in management activities related to project activities involving Metrolinx, service providers, vendors and other stakeholders to ensure project requirements are delivered and project status is reported in a timely and accurate manner.
- Leads and partners with vendors to deliver agreed business and solution outcomes.
- Manages the project partnerships with contractors, service providers, Metrolinx and other stakeholders to administer fare system supply and operations contracts.
- Recommends and implements corrective action plans where variances in project plan execution occur, communicates with internal and external stakeholders, and negotiates change orders and revised schedules.
Operational Excellence:
- Partners with Procurement to develop value-for-money procurement models to meet project outcomes.
- Applies best practice project management processes and practices.
- Collaborates with the Manager, PMO to develop and improve project management methodologies and standard practices.
Financial Stewardship:
- Manages the project funds dedicated to the delivery of the assigned project; assists Vendor Management to negotiate amendments to contractual obligations with vendors.
- Ensures that all project cost and scheduled activities are identified, continuously monitored, and clarifications/changes managed properly to maintain adherence to schedule and budget.
People Leadership:
- Leads and coaches members of diverse and cross-functional project teams, including consultants, in project management practices (e.g. project scope, budget, schedule, quality, risk, safety, etc.) to ensure projects deliver their outcomes within scope, budget and timelines.
- Demonstrates client's values and leadership competencies for others, including sub-contracted vendors.
Qualifications
Must Haves:
- Certified PMP or 5+ years’ experience as a Project Manager.
- 2-3 years’ experience in software development.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Projects.
Technical Competencies:
- Knowledge theories, principles, and practices for project management of IT systems and technology projects that incorporate capital and operating components.
- Proficiency in the use of project management software and computer applications.
- Knowledge of program management, planning, budgeting, prioritization, risk and change management principles, methods and techniques to manage the development, deployment and implementation of medium-scale fare system/program initiatives.
- Experience in procurement and contract management to initiate tenders, evaluate bids, make recommendations for approval, and plan, direct, coordinate and monitor the work of consultants for compliance with user group and Metrolinx standards, policies, and procedures.
- Budget management experience to prepare project budgets and monitor within budgetary limits.
- Effective written, oral, presentation and interpersonal skills to articulate and present advice, options and recommendations to senior management and business clients on projects and technology solutions.
- Leadership and management skills to manage and motivate cross-functional teams and set high standards and clear expectations.
Summary
This is a great opportunity for a Project Manager/Leader to drive strategic IT projects, collaborate with diverse teams, and ensure successful delivery of technology solutions for our client. If you have a strong project management background with experience in software development and IT infrastructure, apply now!
Also, remember that updating your profile on Randstad.ca helps us find you faster when we have roles that match your skills! So even if this role isn’t for you, please update your profile so we can find you!
We look forward to supporting you in your job search! Good luck!
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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Are you a skilled Project Manager in search of your next opportunity? Our client seeks a Project Manager/Leader to manage complex IT projects from inception to completion. This role involves leading software development initiatives, managing budgets and schedules, and working closely with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
Advantages
- Hybrid work environment
- Opportunity to work on high-impact IT projects involving infrastructure, software, and business applications
- Engage with cross-functional teams and external vendors to deliver strategic business solutions
- Work in a collaborative and structured project management environment
Responsibilities
KEY CONTRIBUTIONS
Functional/Technical:
- Advises on, and as appropriate leads, activities related to project scope, definition, risk management, and quality assurance to ensure projects deliver expected outcomes.
- Performs complete start to close-out project management on complex projects to ensure projects meet defined objectives, scope, budget and timelines.
- Establishes, manages and directs resources to ensure the necessary level and capabilities are represented on a project team in order to ensure successful delivery of the project.
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- Provides direction and advice to staff and personnel assigned to individual projects, through all project stages (e.g. on administrative, design, editing, technical, estimating, and priority issues as appropriate).
- Reviews and advises on project contract documents (e.g. requests for acquisitions, requisitions for purchase orders, change orders for contracts and addenda for consultant agreements).
- Ensures that capital projects and programs for new, replacement or enhanced infrastructure, maximize customer service, satisfy internal stakeholder requirements, incorporate external agency requirements, and serve public interests.
- Leads the development, reviews and approvals of Project Charter and Project Plan documents.
- Leads the identification, assessment, mitigation and communication of project risks.
- Creates, manages and reports on budgets for assigned projects, to ensure projects are delivered within budget expectations.
- Reviews and evaluates studies, reports, design proposals, specifications and contract documents, to meet established policies, procedures and standards applicable to projects.
- Develops and delivers reports and presentations defining plans, issues, status and resolutions to appropriate levels of management.
Customer/Stakeholder:
- Participates in management activities related to project activities involving Metrolinx, service providers, vendors and other stakeholders to ensure project requirements are delivered and project status is reported in a timely and accurate manner.
- Leads and partners with vendors to deliver agreed business and solution outcomes.
- Manages the project partnerships with contractors, service providers, Metrolinx and other stakeholders to administer fare system supply and operations contracts.
- Recommends and implements corrective action plans where variances in project plan execution occur, communicates with internal and external stakeholders, and negotiates change orders and revised schedules.
Operational Excellence:
- Partners with Procurement to develop value-for-money procurement models to meet project outcomes.
- Applies best practice project management processes and practices.
- Collaborates with the Manager, PMO to develop and improve project management methodologies and standard practices.
Financial Stewardship:
- Manages the project funds dedicated to the delivery of the assigned project; assists Vendor Management to negotiate amendments to contractual obligations with vendors.
- Ensures that all project cost and scheduled activities are identified, continuously monitored, and clarifications/changes managed properly to maintain adherence to schedule and budget.
People Leadership:
- Leads and coaches members of diverse and cross-functional project teams, including consultants, in project management practices (e.g. project scope, budget, schedule, quality, risk, safety, etc.) to ensure projects deliver their outcomes within scope, budget and timelines.
- Demonstrates client's values and leadership competencies for others, including sub-contracted vendors.
Qualifications
Must Haves:
- Certified PMP or 5+ years’ experience as a Project Manager.
- 2-3 years’ experience in software development.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Projects.
Technical Competencies:
- Knowledge theories, principles, and practices for project management of IT systems and technology projects that incorporate capital and operating components.
- Proficiency in the use of project management software and computer applications.
- Knowledge of program management, planning, budgeting, prioritization, risk and change management principles, methods and techniques to manage the development, deployment and implementation of medium-scale fare system/program initiatives.
- Experience in procurement and contract management to initiate tenders, evaluate bids, make recommendations for approval, and plan, direct, coordinate and monitor the work of consultants for compliance with user group and Metrolinx standards, policies, and procedures.
- Budget management experience to prepare project budgets and monitor within budgetary limits.
- Effective written, oral, presentation and interpersonal skills to articulate and present advice, options and recommendations to senior management and business clients on projects and technology solutions.
- Leadership and management skills to manage and motivate cross-functional teams and set high standards and clear expectations.
Summary
This is a great opportunity for a Project Manager/Leader to drive strategic IT projects, collaborate with diverse teams, and ensure successful delivery of technology solutions for our client. If you have a strong project management background with experience in software development and IT infrastructure, apply now!
Also, remember that updating your profile on Randstad.ca helps us find you faster when we have roles that match your skills! So even if this role isn’t for you, please update your profile so we can find you!
We look forward to supporting you in your job search! Good luck!
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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