Description:
The Project Manager is assigned to lead the execution of large scale, key strategic initiatives that are managed through the Program Management Office (PMO). The role will typically manage several cross-functional activities simultaneously and collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders to ensure timelines and goals are aligned. Standard project methodologies are followed using tools, methods and best practices as defined by the PMO.
Key Accountabilities
- Leads the execution of large scale, key strategic initiatives that are managed through the Program Management Office (PMO).
- Works with key stakeholders and subject matter experts to create and manage the project plan including clearly defining and communicating project scope, deliverables, budget, and timelines.
- Conducts risk assessment of factors facing the project and creates contingency plans.
- Implements project operating procedures including communication, documentation, quality and change control processes. Also monitors and analyzes planned versus actual project information for scope, schedule, budgets and resources.
- Coordinates dependencies amongst projects, including the coordination of team delivery, the resolution of conflicts, and negotiating to secure priority for project activities.
- Liaising with and managing vendors and contracts including change control and ensuring key deliverables and service levels are met.
- Provides an analysis of project statuses, risks and issues and communicating and/or escalating to Governance for issue resolution.
Minimim Required Qualifications Education and Experience
- The knowledge and skills for this position would typically be acquired through a degree or a four year college diploma in technology;
- Five to seven years of recent experience managing complex, large scale, multi-year technology-based projects;
- Formal project management training or certification such as PMP or PRINCE2. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered;
- Experience working with delivery teams using agile or hybrid methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc).