Project Manager

Abacus Service Corporation; Regina; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead large-scale data conversion and migration projects. This role involves overseeing project performance, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring successful project delivery on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in project management, vendor management, and data governance, along with excellent communication and organizational skills. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will drive impactful results and contribute to the success of complex initiatives. If you are passionate about project management and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience managing large-scale data conversion projects.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Proven ability to analyze complex problems and find innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage project scope, cost, schedule, and deliverables for data conversion.
• Collaborate with project team to ensure alignment in project goals.
• Create and manage comprehensive project documentation and budget.

Skills

Project Management

Vendor Management

Risk Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Data Governance

Agile Methodologies

Attention to Detail

Multitasking

Education

Project Management Certification (PMP)

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

Job Description: This Project Manager will join an existing team and be responsible for leading the team, which consists of technical, business subject matter experts, and vendor partners; and managing the end-to-end process of data conversion and migration for a large-scale project. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in the project management of complex data conversion and migration initiatives; establishing strong working relationships with the business subject matter experts, technical teams, and vendors; and successfully delivering these large-scale data conversion and migration initiatives on time, within scope, and budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Has overall project performance responsibility for managing scope, cost, schedule, and deliverables which includes applying techniques for planning, monitoring, and reporting, change control, and risk and issue management of a large-scale data conversion and migration project.
• Works closely with the project team members to collaborate and ensure alignment in project goals and successful delivery of the project.
• Assigns clear roles and responsibilities and provides effective oversight of the data conversion and migration deliverables and tasks.
• Accountable for the management and working effectively with external vendor partners in their delivery of solutions and services.
• Ensures projects deliver specified outcomes and meet quality expectations.
• Creates and manages the overall project budget.
• Regularly updates stakeholders with reports on the progress and performance of projects. Reports and escalates as needed through the appropriate channels.
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risk to avoid delays and cost overruns.
• Create and manage comprehensive project documentation. Follow all WCB standards, practices, and processes related to projects and ensure compliance.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of seven (7) years of proven project management experience in the role of a Project Manager managing large-scale data conversion and migration projects.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of proven experience managing cross-functional project teams.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of proven vendor management experience.
• Excellent written skills and employs a disciplined approach to managing project records.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, management, and communication skills at all levels of the organization.
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.
• Proven project and resource planning capabilities.
• Proven ability to analyze complex problems and find innovative solutions.
• Proven knowledge of data conversions and migration processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Proven knowledge of data governance and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing predictive, agile, and hybrid projects.
• Project management education and/or certifications (PMP).
• Proficiency with project management software.

Documentation Required for Submission: Provide a minimum of two (2) up to a maximum of three (3) references for each project manager. These references should be from large-scale data conversion projects at organizations similar in size and industry to WCB, demonstrating relevant work experience that aligns with the specified requirements and qualifications.

Work Hours: This role is located on-site at WCB Head office in Regina.

Additional Notes: This is a Canadian opportunity; preferably want Canadian personnel with experience relevant to performing project management for large-scale data conversion projects.