Project Manager-Senior

Project Manager-Senior

·        Location: Toronto ON

·        Contract Length:18 months

Work Type: Hybrid

We at Raise are hiring right now for one of our Government Sector Clients. If you’re interested, apply below for your chance to join a great place to work. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Manage and oversee project deliverables (scope, budget, resources, schedule, communication).
2. Provide leadership, expertise, and motivation to project teams throughout the lifecycle.
3. Assign roles, responsibilities, and authority to project personnel.
4. Lead cross-functional teams (Solution Delivery, BAs, SMEs, vendors, contractors).
5.  Produce project artifacts per IT PM Framework (schedules, status reports, risk/issue logs, closeout docs).
6. Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation plans.
7. Define and schedule deliverables, milestones, and tasks (WBS, resource/cost plans, PM plans).
8.  Validate project plans for timelines and processes.
9. Establish work plans, staffing, and recruitment/assignment of personnel.
10. Manage and report on project budgets; support TTC financial planning.
11. Maintain accurate, accessible budget documentation.
12. 12.  Ensure program deliverables are met efficiently and cost-effectively.
13.  Prepare project reports (weekly/ad-hoc) and Steering Committee presentations.
14.  Collaborate with managers and coordinators for communication and resource alignment.
15.  Monitor activities for accuracy, quality, and integrity.
16. Summarize external service provider contributions.
17. Create and implement communication plans.
18. Support gating process and PMO duties (portfolio reviews, budget submissions).
19.  Exercise autonomy and initiative in responsibilities.
20. Ensure project goals align with business objectives.
21. Direct and coordinate personnel to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
22.  Review status reports and support staff to meet plans.
23. Participate in ITS PMO activities as required.

Skills and Certifications

Mandatory Skills/Certifications

·      Must hold current Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from PMI

·      A degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or related discipline

·      Three+ years’ experience implementing Service Now solutions

·      Successfully delivered at least 5 separate initiatives that are each complex, cross functional in nature

Other Skills/Certifications

·      Experience: 5–7 years managing complex, cross-functional application and infrastructure projects.

·      Project Management: Strong knowledge of principles, practices, scheduling, and resource allocation.

·      Procurement: Experience with RFP development, evaluation, and awarding.

·      Leadership: Proven ability to lead diverse, multi-disciplinary teams and resolve complex issues.

·      Communication: Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills; adept at stakeholder management.

·      Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and mediation capabilities.

·      Business Knowledge: Familiarity with administration, fiscal and HR policies, and relevant legislation (safety, human rights, employment).

·      Technical Skills: Expertise in MS Project, SharePoint, and Microsoft Office Suite.

·      Regulatory Knowledge: Ability to quickly acquire knowledge of Ontario Human Rights Code and accessibility requirements.

·      Additional Assets: Public service and transit experience; familiarity with TTC environment and subway network.

Deliverables

·      Governance and initiation/maintenance deliverables.

·      Procurement support per ITS guidelines.

·      Communication and stakeholder management outputs.

·      Project artifacts (schedules, status reports, risk/issue logs, closeout docs, etc.).

·      WBS, resource/cost plans, schedule.

·      Ad-hoc, weekly and monthly reporting.

·      Budget reporting (probable/actual, estimates, resource allocation).

·      Schedule documents and performance reports.

·      Risk analysis reports.

·      Steering Committee and stakeholder presentations.

·      Project and product meeting materials.

Closeout documentation and other required project documents.

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