Sr Project Manager

CO3000 CDW Canada Corporation; Toronto; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

CDW Canada is seeking a Sr. Project Manager to independently manage medium-to-large, complex IT engagements from inception to completion.

You will lead cross-functional teams, develop communications plans, monitor scope, budget, and schedule, and ensure delivery with quality. The role requires eight+ years in IT program management, PMP or equivalent credentials, and experience across enterprise IT infrastructure, cloud, and security projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or computer science required.
• PMP or equivalent certification (CSM) preferred.
• 8+ years progressive IT PM/IT services management experience.
• 4+ years managing Enterprise IT Infra/Cloud/Security projects.
• Experience as an Enterprise IT consultant for an OEM or VAR.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage medium-to-large sized complex project.
• Develop project communications plan and execute it utilizing existing templates as a baseline.
• Establish, monitor/control, adjust, and communicate tasks and schedule to project team.
• Ensure scope is delivered in full and with quality throughout the project life cycle.
• Assume responsibility for project profitability and monitor/control, interpret, and communicate project budget.
• Identify, document, track, and communicate project risks/ issues and lead in bringing to resolution.
• Lead and facilitate internal/ external meetings, adapting communication style to fit audience needs.
• Assist with creation of RFPs/ proposals responses related to hardware, software, and services.
• Assist with other pre-sales initiatives as required.

Skills

PMP certification

CSM certification

Project management

MS Office 365

Salesforce

Certinia

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or computer science

PMP or equivalent certification (CSM)

8+ years IT Program/Project Management experience

4+ years Enterprise IT Infra/Cloud/Security Projects experience

Experience as Enterprise IT consultant for OEM/VAR

Tools

MS Office 365

Salesforce

Certinia

Job description

At CDW, we highly value the energy and commitment you bring to your job every day. Our Sr. Project Manager role is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated self-starter to grow and advance their career at an innovative Fortune 200 leader. The #1 name in Canada for IT solutions, we’re driving meaningful technological change for companies in every industry. In this key role you will independently manage medium-to-large sized, complex, engagements for our clients, leading all aspects of service delivery from inception to completion. Typical projects include deploying mainstream, and emerging technologies within hybrid-infrastructure, cyber security, cyber risk, and business transformation verticals. As a Sr. Project Manager, you will partner with some of the most dynamic, strategic, and talented professionals working in IT today. Leveraging strong relationships with SME, Solution Architects, Sales, and other members of cross-functional teams, you’ll act as a point-person and project advocate to ensure successful project completion and results.

What you’ll do

• Independently manage medium-to-large sized complex project.
• Develop project communications plan and execute it utilizing existing templates as a baseline.
• Establish, monitor/control, adjust, and communicate tasks and associated schedule to project team.
• Ensure scope is delivered in full and with quality throughout the project life cycle.
• Assume responsibility for project profitability and monitor/control, interpret, and communicate project budget.
• Identify, document, track, and communicate project risks/ issues and lead in bringing to resolution.
• Lead and facilitate internal/ external meetings, adapting communication style/medium to fit audience needs.
• Assist with creation of RFPs/ proposals responses related to hardware, software, and services.
• Assist with other pre-sales initiatives as required.

What you need to succeed

Must-have

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or computer science.
• An active Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent industry recognized credentials - ie. Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certifications.
• Over Eight (8) years progressive experience in IT Program/Project Management and/or IT services management (experience in multiple solution areas).
• Minimum Four (4) years managing Enterprise IT Infrastructure/ Cloud/ Security Projects/ Programs.
• Proficiency with tools such as MSFT Suite and O365, Salesforce, Certinia or other PSA software.
• Ability to work weekends and/or off hours as necessary to meet clients' needs.
• Relevant experience working as an Enterprise IT consultant for an OEM or VAR.

Nice-to-have

• Other industry standard certifications in project management and/or ITSM.

At CDW, we strive to offer market-competitive total rewards packages to attract and retain talent. As such, we are committed to pay transparency and ensuring fair compensation for all our coworkers. Each of our roles is assigned a salary range that is informed by multiple sources of market data. We determine individual pay within a given range based on a candidate's prior experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. This approach allows us to offer competitive and equitable salaries that reflect the value and responsibilities of each role at CDW. Salaries are based on a 40-hour workweek and paid on a bi-weekly payroll schedule.Pay range: $103,000- $143,000, depending on experience and skill set.

CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization

We’re looking for people who bring curiosity, a learner’s mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner, openness to experimentation, and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances-human creativity and decision-making. You don’t need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore, adapt, and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work. Additionally, CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, our goal is to understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. As an AI forward company, we see AI not just as a tool, but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking, creating, and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset, one that’s curious, adaptive, and ready to explore what’s possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story, while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background, judgment, and voice.

About Us

CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses, government, education, and healthcare organizations achieve what’s possible through technology. What makes CDW different isn’t just what we do—it’s how we do it. At CDW we act as one - building trust, speaking candidly, and working together to achieve more. We play to win - focusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. We think forward - staying curious, moving fast, and continuously learning. We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported, heard, and empowered to contribute. That’s why we think of ourselves as coworkers, not just employees - working together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities. As a full‑stack, full‑lifecycle technology partner, CDW brings deep expertise, strong relationships, and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW, you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your contributions help shape what’s next. Together, we deliver the full promise of what technology can do. Together, we Make Amazing Happen. CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law. At CDW, we make technology work so people can do great things. We are a leading multi-brand technology solutions provider to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. Our coworkers across the globe are working together to bring technology to life for our customers by solving complicated IT business challenges, providing outstanding service, and orchestrating the technology landscape to optimize our customers’ performance.

CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.