Project Manager

Nakisa; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI-powered SaaS company in Montreal is seeking a Project Manager to oversee client onboarding and project delivery. You will manage cross-functional teams, ensuring projects meet client expectations and are delivered on time and within budget. The ideal candidate has a degree in a related field and 3–5 years of project management experience. Benefits include hybrid work options, generous vacation, and health insurance.

Benefits

Generous vacation time

Comprehensive health insurance

Gym access

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of Project Management experience.
• Excellent communication skills in English and French.
• Experience managing multiple international projects.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary client contact during onboarding.
• Manage scope, schedule, risks, issues, and budgets.
• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure timely outcomes.

Skills

Project Management

Client Communication

Budget Management

Risk Management

Negotiation

Education

University degree in BA, MIS, or Computer Science

Tools

SAP FICO

AWS

Azure

Job description

Job Description

Nakisa is a global leader in AI-powered enterprise software for Human Resources, Financial Management, and Commercial Real Estate (CRE). Our cloud platform powers mission-critical operations for 1,100+ organizations in 135 countries and serves millions of users.

We are building the next wave of enterprise applications with Nakisa AI. Our products use retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) with secure API integrations to large language models. Customer data stays private and auditable, and we never use client data to train third‑party models. This privacy‑first design gives enterprises trustworthy AI they can run in production.

What sets us apart is a single platform that connects these functions on shared data models, a focus on high‑stakes, compliance‑heavy workflows, and a culture anchored in Fairness, Integrity, Service, and Humility. Recognized among Canada’s top employers, we offer hybrid work, supportive leaders, and clear growth paths. Join us to ship reliable, privacy‑first AI at global scale.

Join us to deliver reliable, privacy‑first AI for enterprises at scale.

About the role

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for management, supervision, and implementation of Nakisa SaaS solutions for our clients. Leading the project from conceptualization through implementation, you will manage and supervise project teams and internal cross‑functional project teams to deliver solution offerings that meet / exceed customer expectations. The Project Manager will be responsible for ensuring that projects are delivered on time, on schedule and on budget while fostering positive project team dynamics.

What you’ll be doing

• Serve as the primary client contact during onboarding.
• Ensure smooth delivery of onboarding and migration projects per Nakisa’s methodology.
• Manage scope, schedule, risks, issues, and budgets, invoking change requests when needed.
• Oversee project activities, reporting, and invoicing.
• Lead cross‑functional teams, ensuring timely, quality outcomes.
• Facilitate project transitions to support and submit weekly reports.
• Approve timesheets, respecting budget constraints.
• Contribute to improving project management processes.

What you bring

• University degree in BA, MIS, Computer Science, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years of Project Management experience.
• Excellent communication skills in English and French, including a high degree of comfort interacting at C‑Level internally and externally.
• Software industry experience preferably delivering SaaS Solutions.
• Understanding of accounting principles and terminologies within an ERP ecosystem.
• Experience managing multiple international projects in complex environments at the same time.
• Excellent negotiating skills to be able to reach agreements where all parties are satisfied, and good relationships are maintained.

Nice‑to‑haves

• Knowledge of SAP FICO.
• Knowledge of Leasing and Real Estate domain.
• Knowledge / Certification of AWS / Azure.
• PMP Certification.
• MBA.

What’s in it for You?

• Opportunity to join a growing and fast‑paced, SaaS company.
• Chance to make a difference because you are empowered to do so.
• Work with Fortune 500 companies as your clients.
• Growth opportunities within the same field or even at other departments.
• Work with a team of incredibly talented and forward‑thinking people who value hard work and know‑how. to celebrate the wins – No matter small or big.
• Amazing benefits & perks.

Why Nakisa?

Flexibility: Hybrid work (1–2 days in our downtown Montréal office) plus up to 8 weeks of "work from anywhere" each year.

Time off: Starting at 3 weeks' vacation, a paid week off at year end, an extra paid summer day off, personal and volunteer days, and generous sick leave.

Health & wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance including telemedicine from day one.

Financial security: RRSP matching up to 4% from day one and a home internet allowance.

Active lifestyle: Free gym access in our downtown office building and half‑price Bixi membership.

Social perks: Regular events to unwind with colleagues such as game nights, summer picnic, holiday party, excursions, and more.

Career growth: Mentorship, education assistance (80% up to $1,500 per year) and reimbursement of role‑relevant professional dues.

Culture: A supportive, values‑driven team with leaders who care.

🚀 Make your impact at Nakisa.

If building privacy‑first AI for global enterprises motivates you, apply today and help shape the future of enterprise software.

Location and logistics

• Location: Montréal (hybrid)
• Visa or relocation: not available
• Hiring process: recruiter conversation, hiring manager interview, and a panel or skills assessment depending on the role
• Apply even if not a perfect match: potential and drive matter here

Apply today.

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