IT Project Manager (Infrastructure and AI)

Insight Global

Ottawa

On-site

CAD 60,000 - 80,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A prominent staffing agency in Canada seeks an experienced IT Project Manager to lead technology initiatives in a higher education environment. The role emphasizes managing project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder communication. Candidates should have significant project management experience, especially in educational contexts, and be skilled in methodologies like Agile. This position offers a chance to contribute to significant digital transformations within the sector.

Qualifications

8 to 10 years of experience in project or program management, including 5+ years on large projects.
Experience in higher education environments.
Proficiency in project management methodologies, such as Agile or Waterfall.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee technology initiatives for a higher education institution.
Manage project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder communications.
Coordinate cross-functional teams and navigate complex institutional structures.

Skills

Collaboration and communication skills

Project management methodology

Problem-solving skills

Detail-oriented

Vendor management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or IT-related field

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Job description

IT Project Manager (Infrastructure and AI)

This range is provided by Insight Global. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$45.00/hr - CA$55.00/hr

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Required Skills & Experience

· Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, Management Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or a related field within Information Technology.

· Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project exposure.

· 8 to 10 years of experience in project or program management, including 5+ years on large projects.

· Project, program and portfolio management, business transformation and process improvement experience on large, complex enterprise systems and products.

· Strong collaboration and communication skills working with various stakeholders

· Experience leading cross-functional teams and working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders.

· Proficiency in project management methodology, with the ability to identify and resolve issues, manage risk, develop detailed work plans and specifications, manage resource allocations, and facilitate productive team meetings.

· Proven capacity to juggle multiple projects simultaneously and collaborate effectively with a Product Manager.

· Detail-oriented with an unwavering focus on the big picture and delivering results.

· Demonstrated leadership abilities, with the power to inspire teamwork and motivate project teams.

· Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to address complex issues through keen instincts and organizational

· Ability to manage business stakeholders' expectations and understand business processes and requirements to ensure project scope, business and technical requirements are clear, and agreed on, by each stakeholder.

· Vendor Management experience and skills – ability to build relationships, regular check-ins and manage expected deliverable timelines to documented SOW

Job Summary

Insight Global is hiring an IT Project Manager to lead and oversee technology initiatives for a higher education institution. The role involves managing project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder communications to ensure successful delivery of IT solutions. Candidates should have experience in higher education environments and be skilled in project management methodologies like Agile or Waterfall. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities are essential for coordinating cross-functional teams and navigating complex institutional structures. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to impactful digital transformation efforts within the academic sector.

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