Project Manager, IT Building Technologies

Extendicare; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Mentorship & growth

Career advancement opportunities

Employee Family Assistance Program

Robust benefits package

Job summary

Extendicare, based in Markham, Ontario, is seeking a Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of IT initiatives with cross-functional impact across long-term care and home health divisions. You will lead the full project lifecycle and act as a hands-on leader.

The role requires strong problem-solving, vendor coordination, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven decision making to meet milestones, budgets, and objectives.

Qualifications

• Hands-on project leader with strong problem-solving and prioritization skills.
• Experience with CCTV, Telephony, network installations, Office 365, software deployments, and hardware refresh.
• Bachelor's degree in information technology related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience with electrical and low voltage drawings, site construction, budget forecasting, and in-field project management.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills; proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams/SharePoint and PowerPoint.
• Data-driven approach to problem-solving and clear communication to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple simultaneous IT projects with cross-functional teams and strict timelines.
• Oversee vendor contracting, solution design, implementation, and change management planning.
• Engage stakeholders, run cross-functional meetings, and secure buy-in from leadership.
• Identify project risks and collaborate with internal and external teams on risk mitigation.
• Communicate milestones, timelines, and updates to operations and senior leadership.
• Build partnerships with internal partners and support teams to foster shared responsibility and transparency.

Skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Vendor management

Risk management

Communication

Data-driven problem solving

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in information technology

Tools

Word

Excel

Teams/SharePoint

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to theDirector, IT PMO,theProject Managerbe responsible for overseeing the successful completion of a variety of complex IT projects with cross-functional operational impact for our Long-term Care and Home Health divisions.The Project Manager will be a hands-on leader, responsible for leading the full project lifecycle management.

This position will be located at our Head Office in Markham, Ontario. Extendicare offers a hybrid working environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• The Project Manager will be responsible for leading multiple simultaneous projects and will require a high degree of skill in prioritization and problem-solving.
• Accountable for all project objectives which may include vendor contracting and management, solution design and implementation, communication and change management planning.
• The Project Manager will be required to lead the stakeholder engagement activities and lead cross-functional meetings, obtaining buy in from all key stakeholders.
• Responsible for identifying all project risks and working collaboratively with Internal and external vendor teams in developing and implementing risk management plans.
• Communicate key project milestones, timelines, and updates to all key stakeholders across the organization from operations to senior leadership.
• Build and maintain professional partnerships with internal business partners and support teams, that are characterized by shared responsibility and success, open communication, and transparency.

What we’re looking for:

• Hands-on project leader, able to apply critical thinking, understand complex situations, and drive solutions that help achieve project objectives.
• History of executing projects pertaining to; CCTV, Telephony, network installations, Office 365, software deployments, and hardware refresh.
• Bachelor's degree in information technology related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with electrical and low voltage drawings, new site construction, and budget forecasting, and in-field project management
• Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills, with proven competence in using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Teams/SharePoint and PowerPoint.
• Able to make sense of data and use a data-driven approach to problem-solving.i
• Highly organized, with superior communication skills and the ability to clearly communicate to various stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and to pivot quickly given changing industry trends and priorities.
• Valid G driver’s license in good standing and have access to a reliable vehicle.
• Occasional travel to sites, homes, and new locations.

What Extendicare has to offer:

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
• Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Robust benefits package

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of long-term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over 11 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 150,000 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs nearly 30,000 qualified, highly trained and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.

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Time Type

Full time

Compensation Details

Compensation will be discussed during the recruiting process.

At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail].

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.