Project Manager - Azure Tech Stack

Leadingtalent; Bedford (Ville); On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Leadingtalent is seeking a Services Delivery Manager in Bedford, Quebec, Canada. This role requires managing client relationships, overseeing complex projects, and driving cloud modernization initiatives using Azure DevOps.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in the technology sector, with a strong background in Agile methodologies and cloud projects. Key responsibilities include client management, project oversight, and team leadership.

Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship and should be committed to inclusive employment practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in managing complex, client-facing technology projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in Agile methodologies.
• In-depth knowledge of Azure DevOps tools.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Oversee the entire project lifecycle.
• Utilize Agile methodologies for project management.
• Lead cloud refactoring or migration projects.
• Guide and mentor cross-functional teams.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Azure DevOps

Client management

Project management

Cloud modernization

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

Azure Boards

Azure Repos

Azure Pipelines

Azure Test Plans

Job description

Introduction

IBM is a leading provider of global hybrid cloud, AI, and consulting expertise. It helps clients in over 175 countries capitalize on insights from their data, streamline business processes, reduce costs, and gain a competitive edge in their industries. More than 4,000 government and corporate entities in critical infrastructure sectors such as financial services, telecommunications, and healthcare rely on IBM’s hybrid cloud platform and Red Hat OpenShift to drive their digital transformations quickly, efficiently, and securely. IBM’s breakthrough innovations in AI, quantum computing, industry‑specific cloud solutions, and consulting provide open and flexible options for our clients. All of this is supported by IBM’s long‑standing commitment to trust, transparency, responsibility, inclusivity, and service.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Services Delivery Manager to join our team. This individual will be responsible for a client Azure tech stack and Azure DevOps on a refactor and transformation project.

Your role and responsibilities

1. Client Management: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication, managing expectations, and maintaining positive relationships throughout the project lifecycle.
2. Project Management: Oversee the entire project, from planning to execution, ensuring all tasks are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the defined scope and quality standards.
3. Agile Delivery Management: Utilize Agile methodologies to manage projects, ensuring smooth transitions between sprints and releases. Serve as the Agile delivery manager, guiding teams on Scrum ceremonies, backlog management, and continuous improvement practices.
4. Azure DevOps Expertise: Leverage your expertise in Azure DevOps for project management, including using Azure Boards for project tracking, Azure Repos for source control, Azure Pipelines for CI/CD, and Azure Test Plans for test management.
5. Cloud Modernization Projects: Lead cloud refactoring or migration projects, ensuring these initiatives align with business objectives, and utilizing Azure for application development and deployment.
6. Team Leadership: Guide and mentor cross‑functional teams, fostering a collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and efficiency.
7. Stakeholder Communication: Regularly report project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders at all levels, including executives and technical teams.
8. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success and minimize disruptions.
9. Process Improvement: Continuously improve project management processes and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Required education

Bachelor’s Degree

Preferred education

Master’s Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

1. Proven experience (5+ years) in managing complex, client‑facing projects, within the technology sector.
2. Demonstrated expertise in Agile methodologies and their practical application.
3. In‑depth knowledge of Azure DevOps tools and experience managing software development projects using them.
4. A successful track record of managing cloud modernization projects, specifically involving refactoring or migration.
5. Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.

Preferred technical and professional experience

1. Relevant certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or AZ‑400 (Azure DevOps Engineer Expert) are a plus.

Other relevant job details

Must have the ability to work in Canada without sponsorship.

This role will involve working with technology that is covered by Export Regulations sanctions. If you are a Foreign National from any of the following US sanctioned countries (Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, and the Crimea, Luhansk, Donetsk, Kherson, and Zaporizhia regions of Ukraine) on a work permit, you are not eligible for employment in this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

IBM is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, or other characteristics protected by the applicable law. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.