Project Manager

Pontoon; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Project Manager, where you will lead large-scale transformation initiatives and drive strategic planning. This role offers the opportunity to shape meaningful change, manage project lifecycles, and engage with stakeholders at all levels. If you have a delivery mindset and a passion for excellence, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact. Become a valued member of a dynamic team committed to fostering a positive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing large-scale change programmes in regulated environments.
• Demonstrated strength in project planning and financial forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of projects through all lifecycle stages.
• Oversee resource planning and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Project Management

Strategic Planning

Stakeholder Engagement

Resource Management

Risk Management

Financial Forecasting

Job description

Duration - 6 Months with scope to extend

About your role:

Are you an experienced Project or Programme Manager with a passion for delivering complex, large-scale transformation and a knack for strategic planning? Join our clients team, where your skills will shape meaningful change across our organisation.

What you'll do:

• Programme & Project Set Up/Closure:
  Play a critical role in initiating and closing programmes by feeding into business studies and cases. Ensure alignment with strategic goals, define measurable benefits, and track value post-implementation. Drive seamless transitions through well-planned business implementation and change handovers.
• Governance & Reporting:
  Work in close collaboration with Programme Leads to deliver tailored status updates for stakeholders at all levels. Adhere to CMT standards while proactively managing risks and contingency plans.
• Delivery & Execution:
  Lead the end-to-end delivery of projects through all lifecycle stages. Define clear delivery plans, gain team buy-in, and ensure high-quality execution using established methodologies.
• Strategic Planning & Financial Control:
  Own and manage comprehensive project plans and budgets. Monitor progress against milestones, address delays or overspend swiftly, and adapt plans to stay on track.
• Resource Management:
  Oversee resource planning and tracking including roles, responsibilities, and FTE profiles. Ensure the right people are in place at the right time to support delivery excellence.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  Identify and engage a wide range of stakeholders-including those at Grade G level and above-to shape and influence outcomes. Develop targeted communication strategies to foster collaboration and buy-in.
• Team Leadership & Development:
  Coach and lead your project teams to perform at their best. Foster a culture of growth, ownership, and innovation.
• Risk & Compliance Oversight:
  Ensure proactive risk identification and compliance adherence, responding dynamically to evolving project landscapes.
• Values in Action:
  Be a cultural ambassador, promoting the clients' values and encouraging a positive, inclusive environment.

What sets you apart:

• Proven experience managing large-scale change programmes, ideally in regulated environments
• Demonstrated strength in project planning, financial forecasting, and resource management
• Skilled communicator with strong stakeholder influence, up to senior leadership level
• A delivery mindset with a focus on benefits realisation and quality outcomes
• Deep understanding of change lifecycle and implementation within a matrixed organisation

If you are a motivated Project Manager seeking a challenging opportunity to contribute to the success of our client's projects, we want to hear from you. Apply now and join their team as a valued member.

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