Senior Project Manager (Reliability, 10+ years) to support CRO Model Modernization initiatives using SAS-based models, mainframe environments, C++, and Rust

S I Systems; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 83,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

S I Systems is seeking a Senior Project Manager (Reliability, 10+ years) to lead CRO Model Modernization initiatives across SAS-based models, mainframe environments, C++, and Rust in a public sector setting. The contract role requires coordinating cross-functional teams, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management in Ottawa.

The position offers hybrid work within 125km of the client office and EST working hours. Start date: Oct 30, 2026; End date: Oct 30, 2027.

Qualifications

• 10+ years as a Senior Project Manager leading complex technology projects.
• Valid Government of Canada Reliability security clearance.
• Experience delivering projects within Government, Financial Services, Crown Corporations, or regulated sectors.
• PM oversight across SAS-based models, mainframe environments, C++, Rust; certifications such as PMP/PRINCE2/Agile/Scrum Master.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated project documentation, schedules, and budgets.
• Provide governance for project documentation and alignment with client requirements.
• Track progress against goals, budgets, timelines, and objectives.
• Assess change requests affecting scope, cost, schedule, quality, and risk.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation and contingency plans.
• Deliver integrated change management support throughout project delivery.
• Support contract management oversight including deliverables and milestones.

Skills

Senior Project Manager

Complex technology projects

SAS-based models

Mainframe environments

C++

Rust

PM certifications

Education

PMP / PRINCE2 / Agile / Scrum Master

Tools

SAS-based models

Mainframe environments

C++

Rust

Job description

Senior Project Manager (Reliability, 10+ years) to support CRO Model Modernization initiatives using SAS-based models, mainframe environments, C++, and Rust

Job Type: Contract

Positions to fill: 1

Start Date: Oct 30, 2026

Job End Date: Oct 30, 2027

Pay Rate: Hourly: Negotiable

Job ID: 155006

Our public sector client is seeking a Senior Project Manager (Reliability, 10+ years) to support CRO Model Modernization initiatives using SAS-based models, mainframe environments, C++, and Rust

Join a modernization initiative focused on improving the performance, logic, and sustainability of enterprise models within a regulated public sector environment. This role supports complex technology projects involving code migration, modernization, optimization activities, and multi-team delivery across SAS-based models, mainframe environments, and related technologies. The Senior Project Manager will oversee project delivery activities including budgeting, scheduling, stakeholder engagement, procurement activities, risk management, and quality assurance. The engagement supports collaboration across technology, risk management, communications, business stakeholders, SMEs, and third-party vendors.

Contract, Ottawa, Hybrid (if residing within 125km of client office), Working Hours: EST

Must Haves

• 10+ years as a Senior Project Manager leading complex technology projects


• Valid Government of Canada Reliability security clearance


• Project delivery experience within Government, Financial Services, Crown Corporations, or other regulated industries


• Project management oversight across SAS-based models, mainframe environments, C++, Rust, and related systems


• Relevant education and professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, or Scrum Master

Nice to Have

• Bilingual English and French communication proficiency


• Experience working with third-party technology vendors


• Experience supporting accessibility requirements and Accessible Canada Act objectives


• Experience preparing executive briefings, presentations, and status reports

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated project documentation, schedules, and budgets


• Implement project documentation governance aligned with client requirements


• Track project progress against goals, budgets, timelines, and objectives


• Develop and assess change requests impacting scope, budget, schedule, quality, and risk


• Identify project risks and implement mitigation and contingency plans


• Provide integrated change management support throughout project delivery


• Support contract management oversight including deliverables, milestones, deadlines, and contractual obligations

Our public sector client is seeking a Senior Project Manager (Reliability, 10+ years) to support CRO Model Modernization initiatives using SAS-based models, mainframe environments, C++, and Rust

Join a modernization initiative focused on improving the performance, logic, and sustainability of enterprise models within a regulated public sector environment. This role supports complex technology projects involving code migration, modernization, optimization activities, and multi-team delivery across SAS-based models, mainframe environments, and related technologies. The Senior Project Manager will oversee project delivery activities including budgeting, scheduling, stakeholder engagement, procurement activities, risk management, and quality assurance. The engagement supports collaboration across technology, risk management, communications, business stakeholders, SMEs, and third-party vendors.

Contract, Ottawa, Hybrid (if residing within 125km of client office), Working Hours: EST

Must Haves

• 10+ years as a Senior Project Manager leading complex technology projects


• Valid Government of Canada Reliability security clearance


• Project delivery experience within Government, Financial Services, Crown Corporations, or other regulated industries


• Project management oversight across SAS-based models, mainframe environments, C++, Rust, and related systems


• Relevant education and professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, or Scrum Master

Nice to Have

• Bilingual English and French communication proficiency


• Experience working with third-party technology vendors


• Experience supporting accessibility requirements and Accessible Canada Act objectives


• Experience preparing executive briefings, presentations, and status reports

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated project documentation, schedules, and budgets


• Implement project documentation governance aligned with client requirements


• Track project progress against goals, budgets, timelines, and objectives


• Develop and assess change requests impacting scope, budget, schedule, quality, and risk


• Identify project risks and implement mitigation and contingency plansProvide integrated change management support throughout project delivery


• Support contract management oversight including deliverables, milestones, deadlines, and contractual obligations

Disclaimer: AI may be used in evaluating candidates. This posting is for an existing vacancy.