We’re seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to lead two large-scale technology projects for our client in the public sector on an initial 18-month contract. If you have a passion for transit technology and a track record of delivering complex IT solutions, this is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of modernizing critical city infrastructure. You'll be working in a hybrid environment with a collaborative and capable team, driving success across multiple workstreams.
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Advantages
• Long-term 18-month contract with high-impact deliverables
• Hybrid work model with minimal in-office requirements (monthly)
• Lead two major transit tech implementations (Hastus and CAD AVL)
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and vendors
• Join a stable, structured environment with clear processes and governance
Responsibilities
• Oversee end-to-end delivery of large-scale IT projects in the transit domain
• Coordinate with internal IT, business units, and external vendors
• Ensure alignment with enterprise methodologies and city policies
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams across multiple workstreams
• Manage project scope, timelines, resources, and competing priorities
• Foster stakeholder engagement and consensus throughout the project lifecycle
• Provide regular updates and reporting to senior leadership
Qualifications
Mandatory Qualifications:
1. Ten (10) years - Overall IT project management experience (the majority of this experience should have been practiced in accordance with the generally accepted good practices identified in PMI’s PMBOK® Guide, in recent years);
2. Ten (10) years - Proven experience in project management of large, complex technology projects, or program of projects; size of projects may be defined in terms of budget, staff involvement, organizational impact, complexity/number of stakeholders and size of organization;
3. Ten (10) years - Proven experience leading and supporting multidisciplinary project teams consisting of internal staff from IT and clients, contractors, and vendors;
4. Ten (10) years - Project resource planning and participation/input into project team resourcing;
5. Ten (10) years - The ability to undertake multiple projects, manage competing demands, prioritize and adjust resources;
6. Experience with Transit implementations of Hastus and CAD AVL
Desired Qualifications:
1. Previous work experience with municipal or other large government organizations;
2. Ten (10) years - Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to build and manage complex relationships with groups/individuals with varying perspectives, interest and roles;
3. Ten (10) years - Strong leadership, planning, change management and analytic skills;
4. Ten (10) years - Well-developed communication skills including oral, written, presentation, facilitation and mediation skills (negotiation and mediation);
5. Ten (10) years - Ability to work with a diverse audience and reach a consensus on critical project decisions;
6. Five (5) years – Software development experience applying Agile and other software development methodologies in various roles of developer, analyst and project manager.
Summary
Apply now to lead innovative projects that help shape the future of urban transportation. Apply directly to this job ad or connect with your Randstad Digital representative without delay!
P.S. Don’t forget that when you update your profile on Randstad.ca it helps us find you faster when we do 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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We’re seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to lead two large-scale technology projects for our client in the public sector on an initial 18-month contract. If you have a passion for transit technology and a track record of delivering complex IT solutions, this is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of modernizing critical city infrastructure. You'll be working in a hybrid environment with a collaborative and capable team, driving success across multiple workstreams.
Advantages
• Long-term 18-month contract with high-impact deliverables
• Hybrid work model with minimal in-office requirements (monthly)
• Lead two major transit tech implementations (Hastus and CAD AVL)
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and vendors
• Join a stable, structured environment with clear processes and governance
Responsibilities
• Oversee end-to-end delivery of large-scale IT projects in the transit domain
• Coordinate with internal IT, business units, and external vendors
• Ensure alignment with enterprise methodologies and city policies
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams across multiple workstreams
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• Manage project scope, timelines, resources, and competing priorities
• Foster stakeholder engagement and consensus throughout the project lifecycle
• Provide regular updates and reporting to senior leadership
Qualifications
Mandatory Qualifications:
1. Ten (10) years - Overall IT project management experience (the majority of this experience should have been practiced in accordance with the generally accepted good practices identified in PMI’s PMBOK® Guide, in recent years);
2. Ten (10) years - Proven experience in project management of large, complex technology projects, or program of projects; size of projects may be defined in terms of budget, staff involvement, organizational impact, complexity/number of stakeholders and size of organization;
3. Ten (10) years - Proven experience leading and supporting multidisciplinary project teams consisting of internal staff from IT and clients, contractors, and vendors;
4. Ten (10) years - Project resource planning and participation/input into project team resourcing;
5. Ten (10) years - The ability to undertake multiple projects, manage competing demands, prioritize and adjust resources;
6. Experience with Transit implementations of Hastus and CAD AVL
Desired Qualifications:
1. Previous work experience with municipal or other large government organizations;
2. Ten (10) years - Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to build and manage complex relationships with groups/individuals with varying perspectives, interest and roles;
3. Ten (10) years - Strong leadership, planning, change management and analytic skills;
4. Ten (10) years - Well-developed communication skills including oral, written, presentation, facilitation and mediation skills (negotiation and mediation);
5. Ten (10) years - Ability to work with a diverse audience and reach a consensus on critical project decisions;
6. Five (5) years – Software development experience applying Agile and other software development methodologies in various roles of developer, analyst and project manager.
Summary
Apply now to lead innovative projects that help shape the future of urban transportation. Apply directly to this job ad or connect with your Randstad Digital representative without delay!
P.S. Don’t forget that when you update your profile on Randstad.ca it helps us find you faster when we do 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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