Senior Project Manager

Postmedia Network Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability accommodations

Job summary

Postmedia Network Inc. in Toronto, ON (Remote) is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead strategic planning and execution of complex cross-functional initiatives, including IT and fintech projects, with multi-vendor coordination and governance.

You will manage the full project lifecycle, coordinate internal teams and external partners, monitor budgets and timelines, and report progress to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive project/program management experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• PMP certification strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end management of complex projects across IT, finance, product and operations.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and external vendors to deliver on time and budget.
• Develop project plans, governance, risk management and status reporting.
• Mentor teams and advance PMO practices.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

PMP certification

Job description

Position: Senior Project Manager

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent (Existing Vacancy)

Location: Toronto, ON (Remote)

The Company: Postmedia is a Canadian news media company representing more than 110 brands across multiple print, online and mobile platforms. Award-winning journalists and innovative product development teams bring engaging content to millions of people every week whenever and wherever they want it.

The Opportunity

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading the strategic planning and execution of complex, cross-functional initiatives that drive organizational growth and operational excellence. Projects may include mergers and acquisitions, IT initiatives (such as infrastructure, networking, financial technology, application implementations and upgrades), multi-vendor system integrations, regulatory and administrative process improvements, and product-related initiatives.

In this role, the Senior Project Manager oversees the full project lifecycle, from initiation through implementation and completion. Responsibilities include developing project plans, coordinating cross-functional teams and external vendors, managing budgets and timelines, mitigating risks, facilitating project governance, and providing regular status updates and executive-level reporting. The role ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives.

The ideal candidate is an experienced project management professional with a proven ability to lead large, complex initiatives across multiple teams. They possess strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, along with hands-on experience delivering IT and/or fintech projects. Success in this role requires a collaborative approach, sound business judgment, and the ability to influence and deliver results in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

What you’ll do

• Lead all aspects of assigned projects from initiation, planning, solutioning/end-state design, execution, testing, and successful delivery of assigned project scope
• Manage initiatives across all involved parties: external vendors, internal departments including but not limited to: Information Technology, Finance, Product, Editorial, Operations, Sales, Subscription Services team, and Marketing.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives, timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to create project documentation including, but not limited to: project scope, requirements, decisions, process-design, assumptions, milestones, etc.
• Monitor project performance, identify risks, assumptions, issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment.
• Lead and mentor multi-disciplinary teams throughout the project lifecycle, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the evolution of project management practices and PMO maturity through documentation, knowledge sharing, and process optimization.
• Deliver insights and recommendations that enhance client service and support data-driven decision-making.

Who you are

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field; PMP certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum 7+ years of progressive experience in project and program management, including leadership of cross-functional initiatives.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, matrixed organization.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with a track record of meeting deadlines and managing competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical mindset with experience interpreting data and identifying trends to inform strategy.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, coach others, and foster collaboration across departments.

Compensation

Employment offers presented to the selected candidate are based on a combination of qualifications, experience, responsibilities of the role and the candidate's location.

Base Salary: $85,000 - $105,000

We thank in advance all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. Only candidates legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered. No phone calls or agencies please.

Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all areas of the hiring process. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please make your needs known in advance. Accommodation requests will be provided on an individual basis.

Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to employment equity and an inclusive barrier-free selection process and work environment. Postmedia Network Inc. encourages applications from women, indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.