Project Manager, Consultant

**About Project X**
The heart of what we do is drive for unique and innovative solutions that solve our customers problems. We are trusted advisors who create data and analytics solutions for complex client problems. We do this through collaboration, creativity and an innate need to solve tough data problems. Data runs deep in our veins and is what makes up who we are, individually and as a team, allows us to do the work we’re passionate about. We think differently.

**Role Summary**
The Project Manager works on client site, overseeing innovative solution implementations, from end-to-end. They use project delivery methodologies, change management and leadership skills to organize and motivate key players across multiple practices to mitigate risks, develop solutions, and deliver value to customers in a timely manner. This position does not have any direct reports.

**Major Areas of Responsibility**
- End-to-end ownership and accountability for your designated project(s)
- Use Waterfall and Agile methodologies to deliver projects on time, with quality and on budget
- Build out all of the key project management deliverables and processes, including Gantt charts, detailed project plans / WBS, workbooks, change management strategies, and communication plans
- Schedule calls or Sprint activities - break down, assign, and deploy project deliverables
- Coordination with key stakeholders (internal and external) to get alignment on effort, cost, scope, etc.
- Manage budgets by reviewing and approving costs, forecasting, establishing a strict scope and monitoring a set budget
- Leverage individual team members to ensure their contribution by setting expectations, supporting them through roadblocks, and escalating to managers where necessary
- Alleviate customer concerns in sensitive situations, clarify ambiguities and present information in a way that is structured and makes sense
- Contribute to Assets/Accelerators/Methodologies/Demos that drive sales.
- Critical thinking and level-headed -making capabilities
- Time management, prioritizing effectively while delivering high quality work
- Approaching situations with a consultative mindset: Being receptive to change while maintaining open communication on project scope, objectives, deliverables to manage expectations and achievability.

**Nice to Have**:

- Working as part of a PMO
- Management of Big Data and/or Infrastructure projects
- PMP, Agile certification
- Experience managing SAS projects
- Telecommunication, finance and/or digital experience

**Required Education and Experience**:

- Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Software, Business Administration or Computer Science/Engineering fields or related industry experience or acumen
- 3-8 years’ project management experience on technical projects
- Business Intelligence or Data Warehouse/Integration Projects
- Project documentation tools such as: project plans, workbooks, Gantt charts, risk matrices, issue logs, communications schedules, RACI charts
- Project Management tools such as: MS Project, Jira, Slack, SAP, Visio, MS Office suit

**Why Join Project X**:
Project X Ltd drives success by focusing on building teams of incredibly talented, fun, dedicated people. We reward hard work and forward thinking with recognition and a fun company culture. We offer the following incentives:

- Competitive Salary
- Health and Dental benefits package
- Additional Health and Wellness Benefit - (i.e., bikes, fitness classes, health / fitness club memberships)
- Opportunities to advance your career
- Employee Referral Bonus

In our commitment to promote fair and equitable treatment of all employees and applicants, Project X Ltd. provides equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of age, sex, disability, race, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sexual orientation, marital status or any other ground as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. In addition, accommodation will be provided during the hiring process.

**Due to the current COVID 19 Pandemic**:

- ** Interviews are conducted online**:

- ** Project X Ltd. staff are currently working from home**

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