Manager, Project Portfolio

**About Us**

**Join the Plannera Team: A Career with Purpose. A Future with Possibilities.**

Join our team of passionate pension and benefits professionals dedicated to helping members build a secure financial future Plannera Pensions & Benefits (Plannera), formerly known as the Public Employees’ Benefits Agency, is on the lookout for talented individuals to become part of our dynamic team of 150 employees. Headquartered in Regina, Saskatchewan, Plannera oversees $16 billion in assets across 11 pension plans and 16 benefits programs in the province. As a not-for-profit corporation, we take pride in administering two of Canada's top 100 pension plans—the Public Employees Pension Plan (PEPP), the country’s largest defined contribution plan, and the Municipal Employees' Pension Plan (MEPP). We serve over 900 employers and more than 105,000 plan members, everyone from small-town firefighters to crown corporation executives.

**The Opportunity**

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will be responsible for:

- Developing and maintaining a comprehensive project portfolio that aligns with the corporate strategic goals.
- Preparing and managing the budgets for all projects within the portfolio.
- Assessing and recommending projects to the Plannera Executive Committee, ensuring proper sequencing and use of human and financial capital.
- Oversight of all internal and external project managers.
- Reporting on the status of all active projects as well as close out reports for completed projects.

You will be:

- A strategic thinker with the ability to align projects to organizational priorities and drive measurable outcomes.
- Skilled in project portfolio management, with experience in coordinating multiple projects across diverse teams and functions.
- An effective communicator who can present project recommendations and updates clearly to senior executives and stakeholders.
- Proficient in budgeting, resource allocation, and financial oversight to ensure projects remain within scope and cost constraints.
- Adept at fostering collaboration among internal and external project managers to maintain alignment and deliver results.

Typically, the knowledge and experience required to achieve the above is obtained through a combination of:

- A post-secondary degree in business administration, project management, or a related field.
- A professional designation such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or PfMP (Portfolio Management Professional)
- At least 5-7 years of progressive experience in project management, portfolio management, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrated success in managing complex project portfolios and leading diverse teams.
- Familiarity with financial management principles and tools to support effective project budgeting
- Please briefly indicate in your cover letter the reasons you are interested in, and qualified for, this position.

**Why Choose Plannera?**
- Industry Leader: Plannera is recognized as a leader in pension and benefit administration, providing personalized service and consistently achieving high member satisfaction scores.
- Global Partnerships: Our investment fund managers collaborate with some of the world’s leading fund managers, providing strong and diversified pension plan funds.
- Diversity and Inclusion: We believe in the strength of diversity and inclusion. Join a team that values and celebrates the unique perspectives each member brings.
- Making a Difference: As a Plannera employee, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to the success of our organization and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our members.

**What We Offer**
- A competitive salary that reflects your expertise
- Comprehensive benefits package including pension to secure your financial future
- Career development, advancement and learning opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Vacation, scheduled days off (SDO) and other types of leave to support your well-being

**Posting Closes: January 20, 2025