GOAPRDJP00000589 - Project Manager (IT) - Senior

freelance.ca; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the IT sector is seeking a Project Manager for eHealth modernization projects. The role involves coordinating multiple projects, managing stakeholder relationships, and ensuring project objectives are met. Candidates should have strong project management skills and experience in IT solutions delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing IT projects, particularly in eHealth.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and resources effectively.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and complete strategic IT projects related to eHealth modernization.
• Prepare reports for upper management regarding project status.
• Manage project schedules, resources, and governance processes.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication

Risk Management

Job description

Estimated End Date : 22 / 05 / 2026

Business Days : 251.00

Maximum Duration of Extension : 12 Months

Note :

Per worker model below this is a Hybrid role.

Description

• Responsible for the coordination and completion of strategic IT projects related to eHealth modernization within the Consumer eHealth unit, primarily responsible for implementing Albertan-facing services including the MyHealth Records program. Oversees all aspects of project management including setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, and monitoring and reporting on project progress. Builds and maintains working relationships with team members, vendors, other departments including Provincial Health Agencies, and external stakeholders involved in projects. Prepares reports for upper management regarding project status.
• Compile project charters and business/project plans to support activities, including selecting the most suitable approach for each project to ensure business objectives and data integrity are achieved.
• Manage projects that document business requirements, design, and deliver IT solutions aligned with the Ministries’ enterprise architecture and overall objectives.
• Assist with developing recommendations, including resource requirements, dependencies, policy implications, and methodologies considering internal/external influences.
• Produce and package deliverables for presentations to internal support teams, steering committees, and other stakeholders, including external audiences.
• Develop strong partnerships through consultations and engagement sessions to gather input from diverse internal and external stakeholders on key issues and business requirements.
• Manage multiple projects, resources, and governance processes.
• Work with project sponsors to ensure effective communication throughout the project, including risk escalation.
• Manage relationships and address hurdles to ensure mutually beneficial solutions.
• Collaborate with business and IT leadership to develop clear project plans outlining objectives, scope, assumptions, timelines, resources, risks, benefits, and budgets.
• Work with project sponsors and the project management office to define roles and responsibilities for all stakeholders.
• Document and report project status against objectives, milestones, budget, and resources; facilitate issue and risk tracking and resolution.
• Develop project schedules, estimate resource needs, monitor work plans, and implement corrective actions.
• Guide project resources in setting priorities and delivering tasks promptly.
• Develop related requirements documentation as needed.
• Assess project outcomes with sponsors and identify opportunities for future improvements.
• Manage delivery components for projects and operational considerations for new system development, including stakeholder engagement, change management, and communication activities.

Mandatory documents for submission:

• Updated Resume in Word format
• Skills Matrix and References
• Expected hourly rate
• LinkedIn ID

Please apply only if you meet the qualifications above. Feel free to share this opportunity with your network or tag someone suitable for this role.