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A leading company in offender management solutions is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee large-scale software implementation projects. The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, with a focus on delivering projects on time and within budget. Candidates should have extensive experience in managing enterprise-level projects and a background in software development methodologies. This position offers a remote work option and a comprehensive benefits package.
Abilis Solutions is an independent business unit within Harris Computer Group. We are a leading provider of offender management solutions (OMS) for the global corrections market. Our commercial-off-the-shelf solution is called CORIS OMS.
Abilis is searching for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team.
Overview
As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead delivery of large-scale software implementation projects that are critical to our clients' operations. This role involves managing complex projects, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, and ensuring the successful delivery of our software solutions. Leveraging established project management methodologies, the Project Manager will be results-driven, accountable for delivering projects on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with defined scope and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
• Drives project momentum by proactively identifying obstacles, resolving issues, and ensuring critical milestones are met.
• Manages dependencies across workstreams, ensuring all teams stay aligned and accountable to project timelines.
• Lead end-to-end project delivery for large-scale software implementations.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plan, schedule, budget, and resource allocation.
• Facilitate requirements gathering, scope definition, and change management processes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, managing expectations and building trusted relationships.
• Coordinate cross-functional internal teams (developers, business analysts, QA, support) and external vendors/partners.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks and issues proactively.
• Report regularly on status, KPIs, and project health to senior leadership.
• Responsible for working capital, ensuring that milestones and work in progress are approved, invoiced, and paid in a timely manner.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience managing enterprise-level software implementation projects.
• Proven success leading multi-million-dollar, multi-phase implementations in a SaaS or enterprise software environment.
• Strong knowledge of software development lifecycles (SDLC, Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
• Experience with client-facing delivery, including contract interpretation and scope management.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project.
• PMP or equivalent certification preferred.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with government or regulated industries (preferred but not required).
What we can offer:
• 3 weeks' vacation and 5 personal days
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits starting from your first day of employment
• Employee stock ownership and RRSP/401k matching programs
• Lifestyle rewards
• Remote work and more!
Location/Travel
Individual will work remotely or in a nearby office, if available.
Travel may be required, typically <10%.
A valid passport is required for this role.
Harris provides mission critical software solutions for the Public Sector, Healthcare, Utilities and Private Sector verticals throughout North America, Europe, Asia and Australia.
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