ERP Project Manager - 2 Year Contract

Ontario Northland; North Bay; On-site; CAD 88,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial transportation agency in North Bay is seeking an ERP Project Manager for a 2-year contract. The successful candidate will lead ERP integration projects, manage budgets, and ensure collaboration with various stakeholders. Qualifications include a college diploma and PMP designation, along with substantial ERP implementation experience. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, supporting a dynamic workplace focused on sustainable transportation solutions.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefit package

Defined benefit pension plan

Paid vacation

Discounted transportation services

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of project management experience across PMI knowledge areas.
• Minimum of 3 years of ERP implementation experience.
• Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end ERP implementation and integration projects.
• Define project objectives, deliverables, milestones, and success criteria.
• Manage project budgets, vendor contracts, and relationships with third-party providers.

Skills

Project Management

ERP Implementation

Risk Management

Agile Methodologies

Change Management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

College diploma in Business Administration, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field

Project Management Professional (PMP) designation

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Smartsheet

Job description

POSITION: ERP Project Manager – 2 Year Contract (2 Positions Available)

REPORTS TO: ERP Program Manager

DEPARTMENT: Corporate Services

LOCATION: North Bay

REFERENCE: 800-171-26

SALARY: $88,868 – $104,546

WHO WE ARE: Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We are a modern, forward-thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable transportation services. ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong connections to the communities we serve. With over 1100 skilled professionals, we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are sustainable for future generations. We offer a dynamic workplace culture, along with a competitive salary, excellent benefit package, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services.

ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT: The ERP Project Manager leads and oversees all aspects of ERP implementation, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and aligned with business objectives. This role drives positive business value by managing project execution and identifying opportunities for process improvements and minor initiatives.

MAJOR DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead end-to-end ERP implementation and integration projects across ONTC divisions, ensuring delivery within approved scope, schedule, and budget.
• Define project objectives, deliverables, milestones, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders, technical teams, and vendors.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including plans, schedules, risk registers, RAID logs, change requests, and progress reports.
• Manage project budgets, vendor contracts, and relationships with consultants and third‑party providers.
• Oversee vendor deliverables, testing, and cutover activities to ensure alignment with technical and functional specifications.
• Coordinate training material development with OCM and Learning & Development teams to support project training requirements.
• Support post‑implementation stabilization and transition to operations.
• Lead requirement‑gathering workshops, business process mapping, and gap analysis sessions in partnership with the Business Analysis Office.
• Validate business and technical requirements against ERP configuration and timelines, and coordinate fit‑gap resolution.
• Support data migration, integration, and testing activities, ensuring traceability and accuracy of requirements.
• Engage stakeholders to communicate project impacts, timelines, and benefits, promoting adoption of ERP processes and tools.
• Provide ongoing support to end users during implementation and stabilization, incorporating feedback for continuous improvement.

REQUIREMENTS:

• College diploma in Business Administration, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation (mandatory).
• Additional certifications such as CAPM, PMI‑ACP, Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, CSM, Prince2, or Prosci preferred.
• 3–5 years of project management experience across PMI knowledge areas (PMBOK).
• Minimum of 3 years of ERP implementation experience (for ERP Project Manager roles).
• Experience with organizational change management frameworks (e.g., Prosci ADKAR).
• Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet).
• Basic understanding of database concepts, integrations, and APIs.
• Knowledge of data migration and cleansing strategies; familiarity with reporting tools and BI dashboards.
• Valid G Driver’s License is considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
• Skilled in risk management, change management, and contingency planning.
• Ability to manage budgets, control costs, and analyze ROI.
• Experienced in process mapping, value stream mapping, and applying Lean principles.
• Strong conflict resolution, negotiation, and team leadership skills.
• Excellent communication, training, and presentation abilities.
• Highly adaptable with strong problem‑solving skills under pressure.
• Commitment to health and safety practices.

OTHER DETAILS: Open to partnering with organizations seeking to deliver comprehensive ERP Implementation Project Management services.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education verification.

CLOSING DATE: January 6, 2026, no later than 11:59 p.m.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number. Visit our career website to apply: https://www.ontarionorthland.ca/en/careers.

At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity. We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.

Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier‑free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

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