Senior Project Manager Infrastructure

Domtar; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pulp and paper producer in Montreal is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead infrastructure projects from initiation to closure. You will coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure compliance with IT security policies. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of project management experience in a large corporate environment, preferably in manufacturing. Bilingual proficiency in French and English is preferred. This role offers competitive compensation and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus

At least three weeks of vacation

Full range of group insurance

Telemedicine services

Defined-contribution pension plan

Employee and family assistance program

Education assistance program

Health club reimbursement program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT project management with a focus on large-scale infrastructure initiatives.
• Strong understanding of ITIL, enterprise architecture, and hybrid cloud environments.
• Bilingual proficiency in French and English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of infrastructure projects from initiation to closure.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and facilitate steering committee meetings.
• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies.

Skills

Project planning and scheduling

Risk management and mitigation

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Team leadership and collaboration

Problem-solving and decision-making

Excellent written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Tools

ServiceNow

Smartsheet

O365

Job description

Domtar is a leading producer of pulp, paper, packaging, tissue and wood products. Through our focus on safety and sustainability, as well as our commitment to operational excellence and our network of facilities across Canada and the United States, Domtar delivers high-quality and cost-effective products to customers around the world.

Our workforce is comprised of 14,000 talented and hardworking individuals. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, a supportive working environment, rewarding career paths and plenty of opportunities for learning and growth.

Overview :

With the recent formation of the IT Digital and Data Transformation organization coupled with Domtar’s prioritized strategic focus of driving business value from our data assets, the opportunities have never been greater. With an envisioned strategic roadmap and a highly motivated business community, team members have the opportunity be part of an exciting development and transformation of our organizations Data and AI execution.

Your Challenges : Project Leadership

• Lead the full lifecycle of infrastructure projects, from initiation to closure.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with technical and business stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, budgets, and resource allocations.

Stakeholder & Team Coordination

• Coordinate cross-functional teams including infrastructure engineers, cybersecurity, vendors, and business units.
• Facilitate steering committee meetings and ensure alignment with strategic priorities.
• Manage vendor relationships and third-party service providers.

Risk & Compliance Management

• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Ensure compliance with IT security policies, regulatory requirements, and change management protocols.

Reporting & Communication

• Provide regular updates to leadership on project status, KPIs, and escalations.
• Maintain clear documentation and communication across technical and non-technical audiences.

Your skills :

• Project planning and scheduling
• Risk management and mitigation
• Budget management
• Stakeholder management
• Team leadership and collaboration
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Excellent written and verbal communication

Your Profile :

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT project management, with proven track record managing large-scale infrastructure initiatives (e.g., cloud migration, data center transformation, network modernization).
• Strong understanding of ITIL, enterprise architecture, and hybrid cloud environments (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Extensive experience in a large corporate environment within the manufacturing sector.
• Strong knowledge of waterfall project management methodology.
• Strong knowledge of LEAN project management practice.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results on time and within budget.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual proficiency in French and English is preferred.
• PMP or similar project management certification is a plus.

Nice to Have :

• Experience with tools like ServiceNow, Smarsheet and O365.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and disaster recovery planning

What we are offering

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• At least three weeks of vacation and three floating holidays a year from the first day of work, depending on your experience
• Full range of group insurance from the first day of work
• Telemedicine services
• Defined-contribution pension plan with generous employer participation from the first day of work
• Employee and family assistance program
• Education assistance program
• Health club reimbursement program
• Hybrid workplace : in-person and remote work
• Work environment based on respect, inclusion and diversity
• Office accessible by public transit
• English bilingual : If listed, this qualification is required since this function requires regular verbal and / or written interaction with customers, partners and / or our American subsidiaries.

Domtar is firmly committed to placing greater emphasis on the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion to empower all employees to reach their full potential. We form a dynamic team whose diverse backgrounds and wealth of perspectives are one of the keys to our success. We offer an inclusive, rewarding and safe work environment with opportunities that will help grow your skills.

To learn more about our company, consult the Domtar Company Web Site and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter.