Senior Business Analyst

LanceSoft Inc; Fredericton; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Fredericton, Canada is seeking a Business Analyst to support system replacement and modernization initiatives. Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience in similar projects, strong documentation skills, and must be bilingual in English and French. The role involves coordinating stakeholders and ensuring effective collaboration across teams. Immediate availability is preferred, alongside the ability to commit to the full contract duration of 12 months with an option for extension.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience as a Business Analyst.
• Proven experience managing multi-stakeholder projects.
• Ability to produce high-quality business and technical documentation.
• Strong experience with methodologies like BABOK, PMI, Agile, and Waterfall.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and French.

Responsibilities

• Support system replacement and modernization initiatives.
• Lead requirements analysis and documentation.
• Coordinate project activities and facilitate communication among teams.
• Define and execute a clear work plan aligned with project objectives.

Skills

Business analysis methodologies

Project management

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Process mapping

Education

Relevant certifications such as CBAP, PMI-PBA, PMP

Job description

Position: Business Analyst Location: Fredericton, NB, Canada Duration: 12 Months Contract (Option for Extension)

Role Overview

The Business Analyst will support system replacement and modernization initiatives by leading requirements analysis, stakeholder coordination, documentation, and project support activities. The role involves working closely with business, technical, and vendor teams within a government or large enterprise environment to ensure effective collaboration, governance compliance, and timely delivery.

Mandatory Experience & Skills

• Minimum 7 years of experience as a Business Analyst, including leading or supporting system replacement or modernization projects
• Proven experience managing or coordinating multi-stakeholder projects involving business, technical, and vendor teams
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality business and technical documentation, including process maps, requirements specifications, project plans, and risk registers
• Strong experience working within recognized business analysis and project delivery methodologies such as BABOK, PMI, Agile, and Waterfall
• Excellent facilitation, analytical, and communication skills in English, suitable for complex project environments
• Ability to commence work within two (2) weeks of contract award and commit to the full engagement duration

Detailed Experience Requirements

• Experience leading or supporting system replacement or modernization initiatives, including requirements gathering, business process analysis, vendor engagement, implementation support, and stakeholder management, on projects of comparable size and complexity
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate project activities, manage schedules and dependencies, and facilitate effective communication among cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Experience using tools and methods to maintain alignment, monitor progress, and manage risks and issues
• Experience working within government or large enterprise environments, particularly those involving structured procurement and RFP processes
• Strong understanding of public sector governance, decision-making frameworks, and reporting requirements

Approach & Delivery

• Ability to define and execute a clear work plan aligned with project objectives and timelines
• Use of appropriate tools and methodologies for analysis, coordination, documentation, and reporting
• Structured, methodical approach to stakeholder engagement and project delivery

Certifications & Credentials

• Relevant certifications such as CBAP, PMI-PBA, PMP, or equivalent professional experience and training in business analysis or project coordination
• Demonstrated application of certifications or training in the successful delivery of similar projects

Language Requirements

• Bilingual proficiency in English and French
• Experience delivering services, producing documentation, facilitating discussions, and engaging stakeholders in both official languages, particularly in public-sector or multi-stakeholder environments