Senior Project Manager (Halifax based job)

Ateko, backed by Bell Canada; Halifax; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ateko, backed by Bell Canada, is seeking a senior Project Manager to lead large-scale initiatives across business and IT. The role requires 7+ years of PM leadership, strong stakeholder management, and a background in Waterfall delivery with software deployment experience.

The candidate will drive scope management, QA/testing collaboration, and ensure alignment across diverse teams while upholding privacy and confidentiality standards. Strong communication and ownership are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of direct Project Management experience.
• IT background with Waterfall project delivery experience.
• Experience selecting/deploying new software or integrating existing systems.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles, standards, processes, tools, techniques, and methodologies.
• Experience proactively managing changes in project scope.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Self-directed with a strong sense of accountability and ownership.
• Strong analytical and decision‑making abilities.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to build consensus among groups with different priorities.
• Experience with Quality Assurance and testing methodologies.
• Proficiency with project management software/tools.
• Strong awareness of privacy and confidentiality.
• Strong presentation, facilitation, communication, and influencing skills while managing multiple initiatives.
• Project Management certification such as PMP or PgMP

Skills

Project management

Waterfall methodology

Software deployment

PM standards & methodologies

Scope management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Energy and engagement

Accountability

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Time management

Organization

Stakeholder alignment

QA/testing

PM software/tools

Privacy awareness

Presentation skills

Facilitation

Communication

Influencing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, IT, or related field

Tools

PM software/tools

Job description

Controlled Goods and Reliability Status will be required

Job Description / Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of direct Project Management experience, including leading large-scale projects and teams
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, IT, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• IT background with Waterfall project delivery experience
• Experience selecting/deploying new software or integrating existing systems
• Strong knowledge of project management principles, standards, processes, tools, techniques, and methodologies
• Experience proactively managing changes in project scope
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• High level of energy and engagement
• Self-directed with a strong sense of accountability and ownership
• Strong analytical and decision‑making abilities
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to build consensus among groups with different priorities
• Experience with Quality Assurance and testing methodologies
• Proficiency with project management software/tools
• Strong awareness of privacy and confidentiality
• Strong presentation, facilitation, communication, and influencing skills while managing multiple initiatives

Assets

• Project Management certification such as PMP or PgMP

ACCESSIBILITY

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and supported, and has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email your recruiter directly or [e-mail] to make arrangements.

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