IT Project Manager

Compunnel Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm based in Ontario is seeking a skilled IT Project Manager. This role requires managing complex projects within a Risk & Compliance initiative for a major client. The ideal candidate should have 5–7 years of project management experience and hold a PMP certification. Responsibilities include budget management, stakeholder communication, and adherence to governance policies. This position allows for hybrid work in Toronto, with a focus on delivering solutions in structured environments.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of proven project management experience.
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic environment with competing priorities.
• Strong risk assessment skills for technology applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets, plans, and timelines effectively.
• Lead development teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Present updates and recommendations to stakeholders.

Skills

Governance policies knowledge

Project management tools proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder management skills

Team-building skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

PMP or PMI certification

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

The IT Project Manager is responsible for applying project management methodologies throughout all phases of the project lifecycle. This includes project design, scope management, cost control, quality assurance, and performance reporting. The role requires strong organizational skills, stakeholder management, and adherence to governance policies while supporting the audit and compliance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, track, and manage project budgets, plans, timelines, and scope
• Manage project resources, including procuring staff, motivating, coaching, and advising team members
• Collaborate with functional project teams to define business requirements
• Lead development teams in delivering high-quality software solutions that meet business needs
• Define and oversee test plans to ensure products are defect-free prior to User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
• Facilitate UAT processes and develop rollout plans and procedures
• Prepare and present cost-benefit analyses to stakeholders
• Ensure adherence to systems development and project management best practices
• Present updates and recommendations to steering committees or project sponsors

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field (MBA or advanced degree preferred)
• PMP or PMI certification required
• 5–7 years of proven project management experience
• Strong people management and team-building skills
• Ability to adapt and exercise sound judgment in a dynamic environment with competing priorities
• Quick learner of business processes and effective collaborator with stakeholders at all levels
• Strong risk assessment and management skills for technology applications and business functions
• Experience delivering technology and business application solutions in large-scale, multi-platform environments

Preferred Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies
• Ability to manage budgets and timelines effectively
• Technical background and/or compliance or risk experience
• Experience in financial institutions

Candidate Requirements

Must-Have Skills:

• Governance policies knowledge

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Technical background
• Compliance or risk experience

Client Call Notes:

• PM will support compliance work within a broader integrated Risk & Compliance initiative. This team supports the risk and compliance team at Manulife and is looking for an IT PM
• Includes Archer configuration project, budgeting, tracking, governance, and stakeholder communication.
• This role is for a Senior Project Manager supporting a multi-year Risk & Compliance program at Manulife.
• The PM will work closely with both business and technology teams to manage financials, governance, stakeholder communication, and delivery execution.
• The environment is structured, complex, and requires someone who can quickly understand governance processes, coordinate across teams, and ensure projects stay on time and on budget.
• A strong, confident PM with enterprise experience is essential.

Must-Haves

• 5–7+ years of hands-on Project Management experience (Must have led large, multi-million-dollar projects — not a junior PM or coordinator.)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills (Frequent interaction with Risk, Compliance, and Technology leadership.)
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple moving parts in a complex environment.
• PMP or PMI certification (required).
• Ability to work hybrid in Toronto; Waterloo acceptable with occasional site visits.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience delivering technology or IT-enabled projects.
• Background in Risk, Compliance, or Audit programs.
• Exposure to Archer (configuration or implementation).
• Experience in structured enterprise environments with governance-heavy PMO processes.