SharePoint Designer

CA-Procom; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A technology consulting company is seeking an experienced Front-End SharePoint Designer to enhance their SharePoint 2019 environment. The ideal candidate will focus on UI/UX redesign, improve search functionality, and introduce new features. This 6-month contract offers a hybrid work arrangement in Ottawa, requiring Enhanced Reliability Security Clearance. Candidates should have 5+ years of SharePoint design experience and proficiency in modern front-end technologies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in SharePoint design and development.
• Proficiency in front-end customizations including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript.
• Solid understanding of SharePoint 2019/SE architecture.

Responsibilities

• Redesign and modernize the SharePoint 2019 user interface.
• Implement responsive, mobile-friendly layouts.
• Optimize SharePoint search capabilities and content discoverability.

Skills

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript

SharePoint Designer

SPFx

Education

SharePoint Developer Associate certification

Job description

SharePoint Designer On behalf of our client, Procom is seeking an experienced Front-End SharePoint Designer to revitalize our existing SharePoint 2019 (on-premises) environment. This role focuses on enhancing the user interface, improving search functionality, introducing new features, and providing strategic guidance to optimize SharePoint usage across the organization. This is a 6-month contract, hybrid work in Ottawa. Enhanced Reliability Security Clearance is required. Essential Functions / Key Areas of Responsibility

• U UI / UX Redesign & Branding o Redesign and modernize the SharePoint 2019 user interface to align with current design standards. o Implement responsive, mobile-friendly layouts using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript. o Develop custom themes, master pages, and page layouts to ensure a cohesive and branded user experience. o Utilize SharePoint Designer and SharePoint Framework (SPFx) for customization and branding.
• Enhanced Search Functionality o Optimize SharePoint search capabilities to improve content discoverability at both the page and global site levels. o Implement refiners, metadata tagging, and custom search results pages. o Integrate Microsoft Search and other relevant tools to enhance search performance.
• Feature Enhancement & User Experience o Identify and introduce new SharePoint features or functionalities that benefit end-users. o Develop and deploy custom web parts, workflows, and forms using SPFx, Power Automate, and SharePoint Designer. o Ensure accessibility and usability standards are met across all SharePoint sites.
• Strategic Guidance & Best Practices o Provide recommendations on best practices for SharePoint 2019 deployment and usage. o Offer guidance on governance, security, and compliance within the SharePoint environment. o Assist in planning for the adoption of SharePoint Subscription Edition (SE), including content understanding and AI-driven capabilities. Minimum Requirements : Minimum 5 years of experience in SharePoint design and development, with a strong portfolio of front-end customizations. Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and modern front-end frameworks. Experience with SharePoint Designer, SPFx Solid understanding of SharePoint 2019 / SE architecture, including lists, libraries, content types, and permissions. Experience in implementing and customizing SharePoint search functionalities. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills to interact with stakeholders and end-users effectively Preferred Qualifications Experience with SharePoint SE and AI-based content services. Familiarity with Microsoft 365 ecosystem and integration with SharePoint. Knowledge of accessibility standards and responsive design principles. SharePoint certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified : SharePoint Developer Associate) are a plus