LeverageTek is actively seeking a Senior Project Manager for a 12-month contract with its Ottawa-based customer.

Work Location

Hybrid or Remote

Security Requirement

Must have a Government of Canada Secret Clearance

Key Tasks

• Develop and maintain the project plan for each project. (Including documentation of scope, goals, schedule and project tasks).
• Ensure tasks are delivered on-time.
• Manage project resources and the delivery of tasks related to the project schedule(s).
• Hold regular project meetings. Publish meeting agendas, maintain action items lists, risk and issues logs, briefing notes when required, decision records and weekly updates to all management.
• Assist in the development of performance indicators to measure and report on the project(s) against the established project plan(s).
• Manage budgets and reporting on budgets.
• Create reports as required for management and senior management on the progress of the transition(s).
• Work with IT to define the appropriate test plans, UAT plans, deployment plans and communication plans; and
• Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, internal or external.

Key Qualifications

• Must have 10 years of demonstrated experience working in a senior role in project planning, coordinating activities and logistics, status briefing and establishing contingency plans
• Must have 5 years of experience years working with MS Project and Project Server, creating, tracking and updating project schedules and reporting
• Must have 3 years of experience successfully leading Information Technology transition projects such as SharePoint Online transitions

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a minimum of seven years of experience in IT Project Management.
• Experience analyzing business issues and providing recommendations to management.
• Experience writing clear and concise reports and briefing materials with a strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite of applications including advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project skills.
• Ability to perform well under pressure, work on multiple projects simultaneously, adapt to change, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to understand clients' needs.
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate concepts and results to non-technical and business audiences.
• Ability to prioritize and plan work.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment; and
• Ability to lead and manage resources.

About LeverageTek Staffing Solutions

Thank you for taking the time to apply! Since our company's inception in March 2003, LeverageTek Staffing Solutions has worked to become a trusted partner with our consultants and customers. LeverageTek provides end-to-end, cross-functional staffing solutions throughout North America. With thousands of successful engagements to our credit with leading public and private sector organizations, we are the experts in identifying, deploying, and supporting IT and business talent on a contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent basis.

Our responsive service and ability to deliver the right fit, on time and within budget, often leads to repeat engagements and a long-standing relationship.

Accessibility accommodations are available upon request