Project Manager

Strategic Risk Solutions, Inc.; Nova Scotia; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Risk Solutions Inc. is seeking a Data Science Project Manager to lead planning, coordination, and delivery of software development and data-driven initiatives within the Data Science team.

You will collaborate with developers, analysts, product leads, and business stakeholders to keep projects on time and within scope. This role suits a junior-to-mid level project professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, bridging technical and nontechnical teams while driving clarity and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 2-4 years of project management experience in software/tech environments.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban).
• Experience managing projects with modern software architectures and cloud technologies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to coordinate across technical and nontechnical teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project planning, scope, resources, scheduling, and delivery tracking.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and status reports.
• Coordinate multiple concurrent projects and manage priorities.
• Ensure delivery aligns with scope, quality standards, and business goals.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies and support effective execution.
• Communicate status, risks, and decisions to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Agile methodologies

Communication

Risk management

SDLC knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Cloud technologies

APIs

Microservices

Job description

Strategic Risk Solutions Inc. (SRS), the world’s leading independent captive insurance manager, is growing and looking for a Data Science Project Manager to join our Advisors consulting team.

In this role, you will lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of software development and data-driven initiatives within the SRS Data Science team. Working closely with developers, analysts, product leads, and business stakeholders, you will help ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives.

This opportunity is ideal for a junior project management professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys collaborating across technical and nontechnical teams, and is passionate about creating clarity and efficiency in complex technology projects.

Why Join SRS?

• Partner with talented data science, analytics, and technology professionals on impactful initiatives.
• Work on modern software development projects involving cloud technologies, APIs, and contemporary system architectures.
• Help shape project delivery practices and drive continuous improvement across teams.
• Gain exposure to innovative consulting and technology solutions within a growing global organization.
• Contribute to projects that directly support business strategy, client outcomes, and operational excellence.
• Join a collaborative culture that values learning, innovation, and professional development.

Responsibilities

Project Planning & Delivery

• Lead end-to-end project planning, including scope definition, resource coordination, scheduling, and delivery tracking.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, status reports, and supporting documentation.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects while balancing priorities, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations.
• Ensure projects are delivered in alignment with agreed scope, quality standards, and business objectives.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning sessions, retrospectives, and backlog refinement.
• Partner with developers, analysts, product owners, and business stakeholders to support effective project execution.
• Promote collaboration, accountability, and transparency across cross-functional teams.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance project delivery and team effectiveness.
• Identify project risks, constraints, and dependencies and proactively develop mitigation strategies.
• Maintain consistent communication with stakeholders regarding project status, priorities, and key decisions.
• Ensure alignment between business goals, technical execution, and product requirements.
• Support change management efforts related to new features, enhancements, and system implementations.

Process Improvement & Documentation

• Maintain organized project documentation, decision logs, risk registers, and project records.
• Track project metrics and reporting to support informed decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve project management processes, delivery practices, and team collaboration.
• Help establish scalable approaches for managing technology initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of project management experience within software development, technology, or technical product environments.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban.
• Experience managing projects involving modern software architectures, cloud technologies, APIs, microservices, or similar technical environments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with both technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and risk management capabilities.
• Experience supporting data science, analytics, or technology consulting teams.
• Familiarity with contemporary software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices and delivery frameworks.

Location

Remote within Alberta or Nova Scotia, Canada.

About SRS

SRS is the world’s largest independent insurance company manager.

With over 25 years of experience, SRS provides management and consulting services to a wide range of insurance company entities, from single parent captives to complex commercial insurers and reinsurers.

SRS has operations in the United States, Canada, Europe, Barbados, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Latin America, and South Africa.

Offering a competitive salary, bonus plan, and a generous benefits package, SRS strives to provide every employee with opportunities for rewarding growth and advancement in an environment of genuine equity and inclusion.

The pace is dynamic and engaging, offering employees the opportunity to take on meaningful responsibilities, develop new skills, and grow their careers within a collaborative environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SRS is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, please visit www.strategicrisks.com. Strategic Risk Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a workplace built on respect, inclusion, and equal opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status.