Human Resources Project Manager (15-month term)

Giant Tiger; Ottawa; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Giant Tiger, a Canadian retailer, is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex HR projects in a remote setting. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in project management, a PMP certification, and strong organizational and communication skills. This role emphasizes collaboration and community engagement, offering opportunities for growth and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Store Discount

Free parking

Public Transit accessible

24/7 access to onsite gym

Full-service cafeteria

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience.
• Track record of delivering complex cross-functional projects.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and deliver complex HR projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners and HR leads.
• Implement change strategies to support adoption.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Project Management Certification (e.g., PMP)

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

We are a Canadian owned and operated retailer (and proud of it!), with a strong commitment to the community, and over 60 years of success. If you are looking for a challenging and dynamic career, Giant Tiger may be right for you. We believe in opportunities for growth & development, teamwork, and engagement.

Workplace Arrangements :

This role will follow a remote schedule. Applicants can expect to work fully remote from home and may be asked to come into the Ottawa Home Office periodically.

What Giant Tiger Brings;

Work Your Way!

Store Discount

Onsite Perks : Free parking; Public Transit accessible; 24/7 access to onsite gym; full-service cafeteria

What You'll Be Doing :

The role involves planning, executing, and delivering complex HR projects, focusing on HR Shared Services rollout. Responsibilities include ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery of HR initiatives with cross-functional impact, mitigating risks, and aligning with strategy.

Project planning : Develop detailed project plans, including resource allocation and risk management.

Stakeholder management : Collaborate with cross-functional partners and HR leads to ensure alignment between project outcomes and stakeholder needs.

Execution and Delivery : Monitor progress, track KPIs, ensure on-time and on-budget delivery, and resolve issues during implementation.

Change Management : Implement change strategies to support adoption, facilitate testing, training, and communication to ease transitions and encourage engagement.

Project Post Mortem : Evaluate project success against KPIs, conduct post-implementation reviews, and suggest improvements.

What You'll Bring :

• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience, with a track record of delivering complex cross-functional projects.
• Project Management Certification (e.g., PMP)
• Strong organizational skills: ability to coordinate multiple priorities and stakeholders with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills: ability to work with stakeholders at all levels and communicate clearly.
• Proficiency in project management tools
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, collaborative environment
• Analytical and problem-solving skills

Assets You May Have :

• Process improvement certification, such as Lean Six Sigma
• Experience with HR Shared Services (HRSS), including launches or reengineering
• Corporate or retail experience

Interested but don’t meet 100% of the criteria? We encourage you to apply!

We value a diverse, inclusive culture and seek candidates who will learn, grow, and contribute to our community.