Senior Project Controls Lead – System Migration

Robertson & Company Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A banking client in Toronto seeks a detail-oriented Project Control Officer (PCO) for a 12-month contract to support a critical system migration initiative. The role involves ensuring strong governance, managing project risks, and compliance with standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree, relevant certifications, and 5+ years of project controls experience in financial services. Strong analytical and communication skills, proficiency in project management tools, and attention to detail are critical. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting system migration, IT transformation, or large-scale initiatives.
• 5+ years of experience in project controls, PMO, or similar roles.
• High accuracy in tracking budgets, schedules, risks, and deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to established project management methodologies.
• Develop and maintain project status reports and dashboards.
• Manage scope changes through formal change request processes.

Skills

Project governance

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Financial services knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, IT, or related field

PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Smartsheet

Power BI

Excel (advanced)

Job description

A banking client in Toronto seeks a detail-oriented Project Control Officer (PCO) for a 12-month contract to support a critical system migration initiative. The role involves ensuring strong governance, managing project risks, and compliance with standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree, relevant certifications, and 5+ years of project controls experience in financial services. Strong analytical and communication skills, proficiency in project management tools, and attention to detail are critical. Competitive compensation offered.