Project Manager- 2026-29 emergiTEL
2 days ago
Calgary AB, Calgary Census Division, AB; Alberta, Canada
Project Management Institute - Southern Alberta Chapter (PMI-SAC)
Full-time
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Core Responsibilities Stakeholder & Scope Management: Partner with Technology Enablement, Business, and third-party stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables. Strategic Alignment: Collaborate with the Program Manager to set program standards (focusing on quality management) and ensure all activities align with broader portfolio goals. Execution & Planning: Developand execute detailed project plans, including resource allocation, timelines, and budget oversight. Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify and address risks/issues throughout the project lifecycle; deliver data-driven reports highlighting achievements, risks, and financial status. Team Leadership & Vendor Management: Lead cross-functional teams and external vendors, providing the guidance necessary to meet milestones while fostering strong stakeholder relationships. Artifact Excellence: Produce and maintain project artifacts to the highest standards, ensuring continuity and clarity for the duration of the engagement Requirements Professional Certifications: PMP, PMI-ACP, Etc. Professional Experience: 6+ years leading IT projects with a focus on business process and organizational change; 3+ years managing cross-functional teams for large-scale, high-visibility initiatives. Technical Fluency: Solid understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) to effectively manage internal dev teams and third-party vendors. Methodological Versatility: Proficiency in Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid methodologies, with the ability to select the appropriate framework based on project needs. Communication Excellence: Exceptional written/verbal skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business language for non-technical audiences. Rapid Discovery: Ability to perform “week one” discovery to identify hidden risks. Objectivity: Willingness to provide candid, unbiased feedback on timelines and project health without regard for internal politics. Outcome-Oriented: Focused on tangible milestones rather than “busy work.” Scope Guarding: Expert at managing scope creep while maintaining stakeholder satisfaction. Tool Agnostic: Proficient across multiple platforms High EQ: Ability to read the room and manage diverse personalities immediately without the benefit of long-term rapport. Precision Documentation: All documentation and reporting must be sufficiently impeccable and clear so that a successor could step in and resume work without a loss in momentum. #J-18808-Ljbffr