Project Manager - Process Management

Canadian Blood Services; Hamilton; Hybrid; CAD 89,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization is seeking a Temporary Full-Time Project Manager to join their Process Management team. This role, focused on supporting blood collections, requires solid project management skills and at least 6 years of experience. You will oversee projects, coordinate stakeholders, and ensure effective implementation while working in a hybrid environment, contributing to life-saving efforts across Canada.

Benefits

Payment in lieu for benefits and vacation

Annual performance award up to 8%

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee discounts and wellness program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of related experience.
• Certification in Project Management, such as PRINCE2 or PMP, is an asset.
• Ongoing professional development in project management is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, design, and implement projects supporting blood collections.
• Coordinate activities of stakeholders for project objectives.
• Monitor and document project plans and budgets.

Skills

Project management experience

Collaboration skills

Communication skills

Risk management expertise

Decision-making expertise

Education

University degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Project Professional

MS Project Online

Job description

Overview

Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate must be located near a Canadian Blood Services site and will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work based on the parameters for our operations to meet the needs of our donors, our staff and our communities. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time. This requirement may vary depending upon circumstances.

What You Need to Know

• Job category: Continuous improvement and project management
• Job posting ID: 7769
• Employment status: Temporary full-time
• Position's anticipated end date: 2026-12-31
• Classification: PTS / MGT / IT B
• Salary / Rate of pay: $89,894 - $108,493
• Application deadline: 2025-09-26

Application requirements

• Your up-to-date resume.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the .

Together, we can make all the difference in the lives of others.

Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.

If you are looking for a rewarding experience with a values and mission-driven team, join Canada’s Lifeline and make a meaningful difference.

We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.

About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Temporary Full-Time Project Manager to join our dynamic Process Management team supporting collections.

The Process Management team manages process ownership and enhancements for operations functions.

In this role, you will be responsible for the planning, management, design, development, and implementation of projects supporting the whole blood collections process management change agenda. You will coordinate, lead and manage the activities of all stakeholders involved in the project team to achieve project objectives in accordance with established cost and time parameters. You may manage two or more large projects simultaneously.

Formula for Success

• Leveraging your project management experience, you will oversee the execution of the project proposal or business case to realize the vision, proposed solution, risk mitigations, resources, and benefits for the proposed project.
• Utilizing your collaboration skills, you will work with the project team and steering committee to recruit project team members, while leveraging your leadership and engagement skills to oversee, support and direct project team members in staying engaged with the plan and effectively accomplishing the goals and objectives of the project.
• Drawing on your project leadership experience, you will monitor and document the overall project plan and budget, ensuring the project meets timelines, targets and expectations based on the established parameters, providing regular project status updates to all key partners on behalf of the project team.
• Utilizing your communication, teamwork skills, and project experience, you will coordinate the activities of the project team, steering committee, internal and external partners to develop the project plan, define deliverables, identify roles and responsibilities, establish timelines and communications, training strategies, implementation and evaluation strategies, risk management, costs, transition, and close-out plans.
• Drawing on your decision-making expertise, you will make decisions that impact project deliverables, costs, and timelines, which will impact other business areas.
• Using your risk management expertise, identify, monitor, and mitigate substantial risks, with implications beyond the project.

Desired Education & Skills

• Post-secondary level education, preferably a university degree in a related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of related experience.
• Certification in Project Management, such as PRINCE2 or PMP, is an asset.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in program or project management and leadership skills is required.
• Proficiency with related software tools including Microsoft Project Professional; MS Project Online (MSPO) is an asset.
• General management experience including accountability for budgets and people.
• Ability to analyze complex problems, interpret business needs, and develop integrated, innovative solutions.
• Ability to create a cross-functional team environment that promotes high performance.
• Ability to deal with senior management and external stakeholders on highly complex or sensitive issues.

What We Offer You

• Payment in lieu for benefits and vacation
• Annual performance award up to 8%
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

What You Can Expect

• This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at Canadian Blood Services location at least 40% of the time / 2 days of the week.
• Travel will be required for project commitments, rollouts and team meetings.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

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