Intermediate Project Manager to support the full software vendor lifecycle from evaluation and [...]

S I Systems; Ottawa, Victoria, Calgary, Vancouver, Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an Intermediate Project Manager in Ottawa to oversee the full vendor lifecycle. Responsibilities encompass project delivery related to technology vendor sourcing, governance, and performance assessments. The ideal candidate will possess a PMP certification and relevant PM experience, particularly in an SDLC setting.

Qualifications

• PMP certification required.
• Experience in Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) environment necessary.
• Strong background in vendor sourcing and contract negotiations preferred.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end project delivery for technology vendor sourcing and management.
• Contribute to negotiations with software vendors and ensure compliance.
• Define and track KPIs for vendor performance.

Skills

Reliability clearance

Project Management

Vendor Management

Education

PMP certification

Tools

ServiceNow

PeopleSoft

SharePoint

Job description

Intermediate Project Manager to support the full software vendor lifecycle from evaluation and selection to onboarding, performance management, and contract renewal

Job Type: Contract

Positions to fill: 1

Start Date: Aug 04, 2025

Job End Date: Mar 20, 2026

Pay Rate: Daily: Negotiable

Job ID: 146611

Our valued client is looking for an intermediate Project Manager to support the full software vendor lifecycle from evaluation and selection to onboarding, performance management, and contract renewal.

Tasks include:

• End-to-end project delivery for initiatives involving technology vendor sourcing, onboarding, and contract management.
• Develop and implement technology vendor strategies and that align with enterprise objectives. Establish governance frameworks and performance metrics.
• Contribute to complex negotiations with major software vendors, ensuring favorable terms, risk mitigation, and compliance with procurement policies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Legal, Procurement, Finance, and Technology teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Identify and address risks related to vendor engagements, ensuring adherence to internal controls and external regulations.
• Define and track KPIs for vendor performance, ensuring continuous improvement and value realization

Must have:

• Reliability clearance
• PMP certification
• PM experience in an SDLC environment

Nice to have:

• Extensive experience in vendor sourcing, onboarding, and lifecycle management
• Proven track record negotiating software contracts with mega vendors (e.g., Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, Salesforce)
• Strong understanding of licensing models, subscription agreements, and managed services
• Familiarity with procurement tools and platforms (e.g., ServiceNow, PeopleSoft, SharePoint)