Project Manager

With over 20 years of experience, S3 Technologies is proud to be a recognized leader in managed IT services in Montreal and one of the largest independent managed IT service providers in Canada. We serve a bilingual SMB clientele across various industries and are proud to be an employer of choice with a team of over 100 employees. S3’s sustained growth is driven first and foremost by referrals from satisfied clients.What sets us apart is our commitment to prioritizing business outcomes over technology. While we’re passionate about IT, our true motivation comes from clients telling us that our work had a concrete and positive impact on their business.Our ambition is clear: to become theleading managed and co-managed IT services provider for SMBs in Quebec, and to contribute to their success by making them more secure, productive, and future-ready. In our primarily remote work environment, you’ll have the opportunity to challenge yourself daily alongside colleagues who share your passion and are determined to be the best. If you want to join a team where continuous improvement is a core value and where clients are at the center of everything we do, we want to meet youAt S3 Technologies, our Project Managers operate within a Managed Services Provider (MSP) environment, delivering projects that integrate seamlessly with ongoing operations and long-term client relationships.The RoleAs a Project Manager at S3 Technologies, you will be responsible for the full project lifecycle, with accountability for delivering projects on time, within budget, and in line with client expectations. You will proactively manage budgets, schedules, and communications while effectively identifying and addressing issues, risks, and change requests.Your ability to lead, collaborate, and influence will be critical to ensuring smooth project execution during meetings and follow-ups with both internal teams and clients.This Project Manager role is carried out in a Managed Services (MSP) environment, where projects are delivered alongside active operations and within ongoing client relationships. Success in this role depends on the ability to manage shifting priorities, coordinate shared resources across multiple clients, and deliver projects while accounting for the operational and contractual realities inherent to managed services.Main Job Responsibilities1. Proactive Budget ManagementMonitor and manage project budgets to ensure adherence to agreed financial constraints.Quickly identify budget risks and implement appropriate corrective measures.Ensure client communications clearly reflect project costs and prepare change requests when required.2. Schedule ManagementDevelop and maintain detailed project plans, including key milestones and deadlines.Ensure all tasks and deliverables are completed within established timelines.Adjust schedules as needed, taking proactive measures to prevent or minimize delays.3. CommunicationMaintain regular, proactive communication with clients.Provide clear status reports on timelines, budgets, and overall project health.4. Change and Risk ManagementIdentify risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.Ensure all change requests are properly documented, approved, and communicated to clients.5. Coordination and LeadershipCoordinate and collaborate with teams across multiple departments to ensure all project components are delivered according to required standards.Ensure alignment among all stakeholders on project objectives.Demonstrate comfort and effectiveness in facilitating and leading both internal and client-facing meetings.Maintain a high-level understanding of technologies commonly used by system administrators, without being responsible for their design or implementation, in order to effectively grasp project-related technical challenges.Act as a liaison between technical teams and clients by understanding, simplifying, and clearly communicating technical concepts.Support analysts and technical resources by contributing to planning, coordination, and informed decision-making related to the technical aspects of projects.Skills and ExperienceRequirementsUniversity or college degree in project management, information technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).Proven experience in project management.General technical knowledge comparable to that of a system administrator.Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to adapt to both technical and non-technical audiences.Fluency in French and proficiency in English, both spoken and written.Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.Strong capability in managing budgets, schedules, and resources.Ability to identify, mitigate, and rigorously track risks and change requests.Success CriteriaBy 3 monthsYou have mastered internal tools and processes and successfully completed your probation period.You work closely with your manager, project analysts, and the account management team to deliver projects successfully.You ensure a smooth transition of projects into operations.You are able to independently manage a small project portfolio.By 6 monthsYou confidently manage multiple types of projects and have established trusted relationships with clients.You collaborate closely with project analysts to fully understand overall technical execution.You effectively communicate key project phases and deliverables to clients in clear, accessible terms.Perks and BenefitsCompetitive salary, based on your experienceMonthly cell phone allowance5 minute walk from Place des Festivals, in downtown MontrealGroup insuranceAmbitious and dynamic corporate cultureSeveral social and sporting activities throughout the yearGames and relaxation area in the officeGym and showers on siteOnly selected candidates will be contacted.Think you\'re the perfect candidate for us?We are always looking for new talent, so if the above sparks your interest, fill out the application form. #J-18808-Ljbffr