Project Lead – Technology Advisory & Digital Transformation

ALTEN Canada; Montreal , Toronto; On-site; CAD 114,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN CANADA is seeking a Project Lead – Technology Advisory & Digital Transformation to manage a portfolio of client-facing engagements. The role blends strong project leadership with expertise in digital technologies, data and analytics, and responsible AI adoption.

You will build relationships with executives and business leaders, translate challenges into technology-enabled recommendations, and guide delivery across ERP, CRM, BI, and automation initiatives in Canada.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in management consulting, technology advisory, digital transformation, or a similar client-facing environment.
• Proven experience managing multiple technology or transformation projects simultaneously.
• Strong stakeholder management and experience working with executives and business leaders.
• Solid understanding of business applications, digital platforms, data and analytics, automation, and technology adoption.
• Working knowledge of AI strategy, AI readiness, use-case identification, governance, ethics, adoption, and risk.
• Strong project management, facilitation, change management, and quality assurance capabilities.
• Ability to work through ambiguity, structure business problems, synthesize information, and develop practical recommendations.
• Experience working with SMEs across multiple industries is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple technology advisory and digital transformation engagements from launch through completion.
• Manage project scope, timelines, resources, risks, dependencies, deliverables, and stakeholder communications.
• Lead initiatives involving digital adoption, technology assessments and roadmaps, business system selection, data and AI readiness, and transformation planning.
• Build trusted relationships with entrepreneurs, executives, and business stakeholders.
• Translate operational and business challenges into practical technology-enabled recommendations.
• Coordinate with consultants, technology specialists, and external partners to ensure successful delivery.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews of advisory recommendations and deliverables.
• Support organizational adoption through change management, executive alignment, and capability transfer.
• Advise at a business level on solutions such as ERP, CRM, MRP, WMS, BI, e-commerce, automation, analytics, and industry-specific platforms.
• Help organizations assess AI readiness, including processes, data, governance, risk, and organizational capabilities.
• Identify and prioritize practical AI use cases based on feasibility, business value, adoption requirements, and risk.
• Translate complex technology and AI concepts into clear recommendations for business leaders.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Executive engagement

Digital transformations

AI readiness

Problem solving

Job description

In just three decades, ALTEN has become a global leader in Research & Development, Engineering, IT Services, Life Sciences, and Network Services. With a presence in more than 30 countries and a team of over 60,000 employees, we are trusted by industry leaders worldwide to deliver pioneering solutions and drive technical excellence.

ALTEN CANADA, a proud subsidiary of ALTEN headquartered in France, is dedicated to serving the Canadian market. With offices in Montreal and Toronto, we combine global expertise with local insight to accelerate innovation across Canada.

At ALTEN CANADA, our consultants thrive on solving complex, highly technical challenges across diverse industries. From Life Sciences to Energy, Automation to Manufacturing, Aviation, Defense. Automotive, Rail and Transportation to Information Systems and Telecommunications, our unwavering commitment to excellence shaping the future of technology and industry.

Job Description

Context:

We’re looking for an experienced Project Lead – Technology Advisory & Digital Transformation to lead a portfolio of advisory engagements. This is a client-facing consulting role ideal for someone who combines strong project leadership and business acumen with an understanding of digital technologies, business applications, data and analytics, and responsible AI adoption.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple technology advisory and digital transformation engagements from launch through completion.
• Manage project scope, timelines, resources, risks, dependencies, deliverables, and stakeholder communications.
• Lead initiatives involving digital adoption, technology assessments and roadmaps, business system selection, data and AI readiness, and transformation planning.
• Build trusted relationships with entrepreneurs, executives, and business stakeholders.
• Translate operational and business challenges into practical technology-enabled recommendations.
• Coordinate with consultants, technology specialists, and external partners to ensure successful delivery.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews of advisory recommendations and deliverables.
• Support organizational adoption through change management, executive alignment, and capability transfer.
• Advise at a business level on solutions such as ERP, CRM, MRP, WMS, Business Intelligence, e-commerce, automation, analytics, and industry-specific platforms.
• Help organizations assess AI readiness, including processes, data, governance, risk, and organizational capabilities.
• Identify and prioritize practical AI use cases based on feasibility, business value, adoption requirements, and risk.
• Translate complex technology and AI concepts into clear recommendations for business leaders.

Requirement

• 3–5+ years of relevant experience in management consulting, technology advisory, digital transformation, project delivery, or a similar client-facing environment.
• Proven experience managing multiple technology or transformation projects simultaneously.
• Strong stakeholder management and experience working with executives and business leaders.
• Solid understanding of business applications, digital platforms, data and analytics, automation, and technology adoption.
• Working knowledge of AI strategy, AI readiness, use-case identification, governance, ethics, adoption, and risk.
• Strong project management, facilitation, change management, and quality assurance capabilities.
• Ability to work through ambiguity, structure business problems, synthesize information, and develop practical recommendations.
• Experience working with SMEs across multiple industries is a strong asset.

ALTEN Canada fosters a dynamic, collaborative work environment where every team member is empowered to reach their full potential. We are deeply committed to investing in our people by offering meaningful experiences and supporting continuous learning, growth, and career development.

At ALTEN Canada, your skills are celebrated, your ambitions supported, and your growth continuously nurtured. Join us and discover the difference of working with a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, where endless possibilities await.

ALTEN CANADA is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide a work environment where every individual feels welcomed, valued, and respected, allowing them to thrive to their full potential. This includes our dedication to offer accessibility measures to those who require them. Should you require any accommodation during our recruitment process, please reach out to us.

Alten uses artificial intelligence tools to support certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process, such as interview note-taking and résumé formatting. These tools do not make hiring decisions. Candidate consent is always obtained prior to use.

In accordance with our compensation practices, ALTEN is providing the salary range associated with this opportunity. Final compensation will be determined after considering several factors, including professional experience, skill set, educational background, certifications, and geographic market conditions. The current target salary range for this role is $100/HR.

This job posting corresponds to an active and immediate vacancy currently open with one of Alten’s clients.