Sr IT Project Manager

Description Our client is looking for an engaging and experienced Senior IT Project Manager to come join us and support our exciting program development. This 12-month contract with a mandate to develop and manage agile and waterfall IT/Telecommunications project plans, including defining project scope, objectives, deliverables, and timelines. Identify and document project requirements, risks, and dependencies. Assignments will be in the IT Infrastructure domain, and will include the implementation of BSS/OSS and tax solutions. Must be willing to travel to the Ottawa office 4 days/ week. Main Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans, including defining project scope, objectives, deliverables, and timelines. Identify and document project requirements, risks, and dependencies.
• Communicate and collaborate with project stakeholders, including clients, team members, and Senior management, to ensure a shared understanding of project goals, progress, and expectations.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure effective communication channels.
• Lead and motivate project teams, assigning tasks and responsibilities, and providing guidance and support throughout the project lifecycle. Foster a collaborative and positive work environment to maximize team productivity and performance.
• Identify and allocate project resources, including personnel, budget, and equipment, to ensure project tasks are effectively and efficiently executed. Monitor resource utilization and adjust as needed.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues. Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to minimize project disruptions. Regularly monitor and report on project risks and issues to stakeholders.
• Establish and enforce quality standards for project deliverables. Conduct regular quality reviews to ensure that project outcomes meet defined requirements and expectations.
• Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring cost control throughout the project. Provide regular financial reports to stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress, tracking key milestones and deliverables. Prepare and present regular project status reports to stakeholders, highlighting progress, risks, and issues.
• Manage project changes, including assessing change requests, evaluating their impact on project scope, timelines, and resources, and implementing approved changes while maintaining project goals.
• Coordinate the successful closure of projects, including conducting post-project evaluations, capturing lessons learned, and documenting best practices for future reference.

Skills Project management, Pmp, Stakeholder management Top Skills Details Project management Additional Skills & Qualifications Education and Experience Requirements

• Proven experience as an IT Project Manager, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget, including the implementation of BSS and/or OSS systems
• Experience managing IT-related and Telecommunications projects is essential
• Understanding of the business domain (lead to cash)
• Experience managing both waterfall and agile projects
• Experience with external vendor management
• In-depth experience with Jira/Confluence/MS Office tools
• Possessing a recognized project management certification, such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or PRINCE2 is an asset
• Strong understanding of information technology concepts, systems, and methodologies. Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC), infrastructure management, and IT service management (ITSM).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong presentation and negotiation skills are also essential.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and manage cross-functional project teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve project related issues and risks.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in identifying and managing project risks and issues. Experience in developing risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Exceptional ability to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities, demonstrating flexibility and resilience in a dynamic work environment.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, business administration, or a related field.

Experience Level Expert Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Ottawa, ON. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $100.00 - $100.00/hr. Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Ottawa,ON. À propos de TEKsystems et TEKsystems Global Services Nous sommes un fournisseur de services aux entreprises et de technologies. Nous accélérons la transformation de nos clients. Notre compétence en stratégie, conception, exécution et opérations libère la valeur de l’entreprise par un éventail de solutions. Nous sommes une équipe de 80 000 personnes qui collaborent avec plus de 60 000 clients, notamment 80 % du Fortune 500 en Amérique du Nord, Europe et Asie, qui collaborent avec nous dans le cadre de nos capacités full-stack et notre rythme. Nous sommes des penseurs stratégiques, des collaborateurs pratiques qui aident les clients à exploiter le changement et maîtriser le dynamisme de la technologie. Nous bâtissons le futur en livrant les résultats et en créant un impact positif dans nos communautés mondiales. TEKsystems et TEKsystems Global Services sont des entreprises d’Allegis Group. Découvrez d’autres informations à TEKsystems.com. About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.