IT Project Manager

StandardAero; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation solutions provider in Winnipeg is seeking an organized IT Project Manager to lead complex technology initiatives. This role includes managing the project lifecycle and collaborating with diverse teams while offering a hybrid work schedule. The ideal candidate will have a degree in IT, strong communication skills, and proficiency in project management tools.

Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare

Company pension with 100% match

Paid Time Off

Bonus opportunities

Learning & Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in IT Project Management in complex environments.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies like Agile and Waterfall.
• Ability to travel internationally (up to 10%).

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, development, and execution of IT projects.
• Translate business needs into actionable project plans.
• Define project scope, schedules, and budgets.

Skills

IT Project Management

Business analysis

Change management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Education

Post-secondary degree in computer science or IT

Tools

Smartsheet

MS Project

Job description

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.

We are seeking a highly organized and adaptable IT Project Manager to lead and deliver complex technology initiatives across diverse teams and business functions. In this role, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of IT projects, from initial planning through execution and successful delivery.

You’ll collaborate closely with both technical and non-technical stakeholders to drive projects forward, manage change, and ensure alignment with strategic goals.

Hybrid Flexibility

This role offers a flexible hybrid schedule, allowing a mix of remote and in-office work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, development, execution, and administration of assigned IT projects across a range of methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid)
• Translate business needs into actionable project plans by working closely with cross-functional teams
• Define project scope, create schedules, assign resources, estimate costs, and manage budgets
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues to maintain momentum and ensure timely delivery
• Maintain effective communication with all stakeholders through regular status reports, progress updates, and executive briefings
• Facilitate and document key meetings including kickoffs, stand-ups, stakeholder reviews, and retrospectives
• Support or lead individual workstreams within larger programs run by other Project or Program Managers
• Manage project documentation, meeting minutes, task tracking, benefits realization metrics, and closure reports
• Ensure successful handover of projects to operations and production support teams
• Follow and contribute to the Continuous Improvement initiatives of the IT PMO, helping to evolve and refine project delivery practices

Position Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in IT Project Management or Project Leadership experience in fast-paced, complex environments
• Demonstrated experience in business analysis and change management
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and industry-standard project management tools (e.g.: Smartsheet, MS Project)
• Experience working within a variety of project management methodologies (e.g.: Waterfall, Agile)
• Post-secondary degree, certificate, or equivalent education and experience in computer science and/or information technology
• Ability to travel internationally (up to 10%)

Preferred Characteristics

• 5 years or more related experience preferred but not required.
• PMP or equivalent certification (or in progress)
• Experience leading ERP or other software implementations
• Proven ability to manage projects across co-located and remote teams
• Familiarity with data analytics tools, SDLC tools, or enterprise software platforms
• Background in Aerospace, Manufacturing, or MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) is an asset

Benefits that make life better

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• Company pension with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities