Senior Project Manager

Altis; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 131,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time engagement

Remote work opportunities (approved)

Impactful transit technology projects

Cross-functional collaboration

Job summary

Altis Technology seeks an experienced technology project manager for a part-time, 12-month contract in Ottawa. The role focuses on payment systems, ticketing solutions, and complex IT infrastructure, guiding API development and integration with cross-functional teams.

Flexible remote work approved by the hiring manager. You will lead stakeholder coordination, ensure timely milestones, and apply expertise in payment and ticketing systems to deliver high-impact transit technology initiatives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience implementing complex technology infrastructures.
• 2+ years of project management experience implementing new technology solutions.
• Demonstrated experience working with payment or ticketing systems.
• Hands-on experience developing applications using APIs.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Administration, Commerce, or equivalent; PMP/PRINCE2 certified is valued.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and implementation of complex technology solutions, ensuring delivery.
• Coordinate stakeholders, technical teams, and vendors to support milestones.
• Contribute expertise in payment and ticketing systems for technology integration.
• Guide API-related application development and integration activities.
• Monitor timelines, risks, and progress with clear stakeholder communication.

Skills

Payment systems

Ticketing systems

API development

Stakeholder management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems or related field

Job description

Location: Ottawa, ON, Hybrid (on-site and remote work as approved by the hiring manager)
Language: Bilingual, English and French (reading and writing required; spoken proficiency not specified)
Duration: 12-month, part-time contract (up to 1,200 hours), with the possibility of two additional one-year extensions
Expected Start Date: December 1, 2026

About the Opportunity

Are you an experienced technology project manager with a background in payment systems, ticketing solutions, and complex IT infrastructure? This is an exciting opportunity to support a public sector organization in Ottawa as it advances technology solutions that enhance transit operations and the customer experience.

Working alongside technology specialists, operational teams, and key stakeholders, you'll help guide the implementation of innovative solutions that support reliable, accessible, and efficient public transportation. This part-time contract offers an opportunity to apply your technical expertise while contributing to meaningful projects that serve the community.

Whats In It for You

• A flexible, part-time engagement with opportunities for approved remote work
• The chance to contribute to high-impact transit technology initiatives
• Collaboration with experienced professionals across technology, operations, and project delivery
• Potential contract extensions based on organizational needs and performance

Your Responsibilities

• You'll oversee the planning and implementation of complex technology solutions, ensuring successful project delivery.
• You'll coordinate stakeholders, technical teams, and vendors to support project milestones and objectives.
• You'll contribute expertise in payment and ticketing systems to support technology integration.
• You'll guide API-related application development and integration activities.
• You'll monitor project timelines, risks, deliverables, and progress while maintaining clear stakeholder communication.

Skills and Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience implementing complex technology infrastructures.
• 2+ years of project management experience implementing new technology solutions.
• Demonstrated experience working with payment or ticketing systems.
• Hands-on experience developing applications using APIs.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Administration, Commerce, or an equivalent qualification.
• PMP or PRINCE2 certification.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and French, including reading and writing.

Candidates must provide details of three successfully completed projects of comparable scope and complexity undertaken within the past five years. A minimum project experience evaluation score of 70% (21/30) is required to qualify.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions.

Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly.

However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.

All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment.

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