RQ09212 - Project Manager/Leader - Senior

S M Software Solutions Inc; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee high-impact digital transformation projects within the Ontario Public Service. The role involves planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement to enhance government service delivery. Candidates should have extensive project management experience and familiarity with public sector protocols.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing large-scale, multi-phase projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans from concept through deployment.
• Coordinate efforts across diverse teams to ensure project alignment.
• Identify potential project risks and create actionable mitigation strategies.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Tools

Microsoft Project

Jira

Trello

Azure DevOps

Microsoft Teams

Miro

Atlassian Confluence

Job description

RQ09212 - Project Manager/Leader - Senior

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Client: Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement
Work Location: Toronto, Ontario, Hybrid
Estimated Start Date: 2025-05-19
Estimated End Date: 2026-03-31
#Business Days: 350.00
Extension: Probable after the initial mandate
Hours per day or Week: 7.25 hours per day
Security Level: No Clearance Required

Must Haves

• Experience with end-to-end projects (multi-year projects - large duration/large budget)
• Hands-on documentation experience
• Stakeholder management and cross-functional teams / multiple stakeholders
• Prior OPS experience

Description

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Project Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and successful delivery of high-impact digital transformation projects within the Ontario Public Service (OPS). The successful candidate will oversee project execution across various phases, coordinate cross-functional teams, manage project timelines, and ensure alignment with organizational goals. This role requires a strong background in project management methodologies, risk management, and government processes to support the delivery of modernized public services. Join us in enhancing how government services are delivered and accessed by businesses and individuals across Ontario.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning and Execution:

• Develop, execute, and maintain detailed project plans from initial concept through deployment.
• Define project scope, timelines, and deliverables, balancing short-term objectives with long-term goals.
• Monitor project milestones, manage dependencies, and adjust plans as needed to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Coordinate efforts across diverse teams, including technical, design, and operational teams, ensuring clarity and alignment with project objectives.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the project team and key stakeholders, facilitating ongoing communication and issue resolution.

Risk and Issue Management

• Proactively identify potential project risks and create actionable mitigation strategies.
• Conduct regular project health assessments, ensuring transparency of project status and risks with senior stakeholders.

Stakeholder Engagement and Reporting

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, facilitating regular updates and feedback sessions.
• Prepare and present project reports, highlighting key milestones, risks, and changes to ensure alignment with project goals and stakeholder expectations.

Public Sector Compliance and Documentation

• Ensure adherence to relevant public sector standards, guidelines, and policies, including I&IT Directive and the PMO Stage Gate process.
• Complete required documentation for project phases, including business cases, risk assessments, and impact analyses, ensuring compliance with Ontario Government protocols.

Roadmap Creation and Executive Updates

• Develop comprehensive project roadmaps outlining key milestones, deliverables, and timelines.
• Provide regular updates to management and executive teams, ensuring they are informed of project progress, risks, and any necessary adjustments.

Key Deliverables

• Detailed Project Plan: Outline timelines, deliverables, resource allocation, and risk assessment.
• Regular Status Updates: Provide stakeholders with consistent project updates and progress reports.
• Risk Management Plans: Identify and document potential project risks, with proposed mitigation strategies.
• Compliance Documentation: Ensure timely completion of all necessary project documentation, aligned with government standards.
• Project Roadmaps: Create and maintain roadmaps to guide project execution and communicate key milestones.

Experience and Skill Set Requirements

Project Management Expertise:

• Proven experience managing large-scale, multi-phase projects, with a track record of on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Strong knowledge of project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, Trello, Azure DevOps) for tracking and managing progress.

Stakeholder Communication and Relationship Management:

• Ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders across multiple departments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including delivering executive-level project updates and reports.

Risk and Budget Management:

• Skilled in risk identification, assessment, and mitigation.
• Proficiency in project budget planning and monitoring.

Public Sector Experience:

• Familiarity with Ontario’s PMO Stage Gate process and government protocols.
• Experience managing projects within regulated environments, adhering to policies and security practices.

Technical and Tool Proficiency:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Azure cloud platform and related practices.
• Proficiency with collaboration tools like Microsoft Teams, Miro, Atlassian Confluence.

Soft Skills:

• Adaptability and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership and collaboration abilities.
• Attention to detail in managing complex deliverables.

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Familiarity with ITIL framework and related procedures.
• Experience with privacy, security, and compliance documentation.

Note

• Hybrid: 3 days onsite / 2 days remote

Application Steps

If interested, please send the following documents to [e-mail]:

• Updated Resume in Word format (Mandatory)
• Skills Matrix and References (Mandatory)
• Expected hourly rate (Mandatory)
• Visa Status (Mandatory)
• LinkedIn Profile (Mandatory)

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