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Job Title: RQ00703 – Intermediate Project Manage rClient: City of Toront oDuration: August 28, 2026 – February 26, 2027 (6 months, with potential for extension )Work Model: Hybrid: 3 days in office (Anchor days: Mondays and Wednesdays )Location: Metro Hall, 55 John Street, Toronto, O NWorking Hours: 7 hours/day, 5 days/wee
k Must Hav e Post-secondary education in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experienc e.Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is require d.Extensive experience managing all aspects of transformational enterprise-wide IT projects in complex multi-departmental environments (including budget and timeline management, scope management, estimating and managing project resources, risk management, issues management, organizational change management, timely decision making, critical path identification, business transformation, data transformation/migration, user experience optimization, etc .)Oversee all aspects of assigned projects, including project charter development, detailed planning and scheduling, budgeting, risk and issue management, resource allocation, quality assurance, and stakeholder engagemen
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nce Qualificat ionsPost-secondary education in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experie nce.Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is requi red.Extensive experience managing all aspects of transformational enterprise-wide IT projects in complex multi-departmental environments (including budget and timeline management, scope management, estimating and managing project resources, risk management, issues management, organizational change management, timely decision making, critical path identification, business transformation, data transformation/migration, user experience optimization, e tc.)Considerable experience with contract negotiations, procurement procedures and Vendor and Contract Managem ent.Experience working in a matrix project management environment using tools such as Microsoft Enterprise Project Management, SharePoint, or other equivalent project schedule and project document management to ols.Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification considered an a
sset Experience managing a project focused on a large technology procure ment.Knowledge of using project management tools for planning and implementing complex projects and pack ages.Ability to manage large-scale multi-divisional technology proj ects.Excellent communication and presentation skills including ability to effectively communicate project status to multiple streams of Executive and Senior management, business, and technical stakeholders for assigned proj ects.Excellent people management skills and experience working with and managing technical project teams in application development, implementation of infrastructure solut
ions. Assignment of DutiesLead and manage enterprise-level transformation projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, business needs, and industry best prac tices.Oversee all aspects of assigned projects, including project charter development, detailed planning and scheduling, budgeting, risk and issue management, resource allocation, quality assurance, and stakeholder engag ement.Lead the preparation, review, and execution of key contractual documents, including REOI, RFI, RFP, RFQ, SOW, MOU, and SLA, ensuring compliance with procurement and financial pol icies.Drive procurement processes for technology software solutions, including the development of procurement strategies, requests for proposals (RFPs), vendor evaluations, and contract negotiations to ensure optimal technology invest ments.Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring financial controls, forecasting, and adherence to corporate financial policies and proce dures.Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while ensuring timely resolution of issues that may impact project su ccess.Establish and maintain effective partnerships with executive stakeholders, business units, IT teams, vendors, consultants, and cross-functional teams to drive collaboration and project su ccess.Direct teams of technical staff, client representatives, contractors, consultants, and vendors to execute project plans effectively and deliver results within scope, time, and budget constr aints.Supervise and provide leadership to project teams, including workload management, performance oversight, and professional development initia tives.Develop and execute change management strategies to ensure smooth adoption of new technologies and business processes across the organiz ation.Define and implement best practices, governance frameworks, and project management methodologies aligned with PMI standards and the organization's strategic prior ities.Manage vendor relationships and performance, ensuring service level agreements are met, deliverables are achieved, and continuous improvements are rea lized.Negotiate and document project scope changes, ensuring transparency in impacts on budget, timelines, and reso urces.Provide executive-level reporting on project progress, financial performance, risk exposure, and strategic alig
nment. Serve as a trusted advisor to senior management, educating and influencing decision, making related to technology solutions, innovation, and digital transformation initi
atives. Deli verablesMajor deliverables include standard project management reporti ng toolsManaging proje ct plansCompleting status reportspreparing presentation decks for executive leadership when requiredSupporting EARB and CAB meetings and ac tivitiesPreparing other project a
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