Project Manager

Company Description

vTech Solution Canada is a Winnipeg-based, CAMSC-certified, minority-owned firm specializing in Managed Workforce Solutions and IT Consulting Services. With extensive experience in partnering with private and public sector clients, vTech aligns business needs with innovative solutions that create value for stakeholders. The company emphasizes flexibility, dynamic collaboration, and the expertise of exceptional professionals to deliver high-quality results. By focusing on understanding client needs, vTech strives to provide tailored staffing and technology solutions that drive success and improve service levels continuously.

Service Description:

We are seeking a
Project Manager
to lead and coordinate internal activities related to the renovation and/or relocation of the organization's head office.

This role will ensure that internal planning, execution, and change management efforts are aligned with organizational goals and timelines.

Responsibilities

The Project Manager will:

• Lead internal planning and change management efforts for the head office renovation/relocation project, including space planning, occupancy coordination, staff engagement, and coordination with internal stakeholders and leadership.
• Partner closely with the external design firm to ensure workspace and office design incorporates employee and leader feedback, operational requirements, and future growth needs.
• Support RFP development for the general contractor and other third-party vendors, ensuring alignment with functional requirements and strategic objectives.
• Act as the primary internal liaison between internal teams, the design firm, and the general contractor, ensuring deliverables and decisions are synchronized with construction milestones and timelines.
• Facilitate organizational change management activities related to relocation or reconfiguration of workspaces, including staff communication, workspace readiness, and transition planning.
• Provide planning support and oversight for internal teams (e.g., Communications, IT, Facilities) responsible for specific deliverables tied to the project.
• Monitor and proactively manage project scope, schedule, budget considerations, risks, and dependencies; escalate issues and provide regular status reporting to project leadership.
• Ensure alignment with strategic priorities, including safety, accessibility, operational efficiency, sustainability, and future scalability.

Qualifications:

Strong project management expertise, with a proven ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives from planning through execution. This includes:

• Developing and maintaining detailed project plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Tracking progress against milestones and deliverables.
• Proactively identifying risks and issues, and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Providing clear, timely, and accurate reporting to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Working closely with project sponsors, business owners, and leaders within the organization to ensure strategic alignment, timely decision-making, and sustained momentum.
• Experience managing internal organizational projects, particularly those involving operational transitions, relocations, or infrastructure upgrades.

Strong change management skills
, grounded in the Prosci methodology, including:

• Designing and executing structured communication and engagement plans.
• Facilitating stakeholder readiness and adoption.
• Supporting teams through transition phases with empathy, clarity, and measurable outcomes.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to coordinate across departments, ensuring alignment of internal deliverables with contractor timelines and dependencies.
• Proficiency in risk identification and mitigation, especially under tight timelines and evolving requirements.
• Availability for on-site presence as required to support coordination, stakeholder engagement, issue resolution, and decision-making.

Preference Will Be Given To Candidates With:

• Familiarity with construction project workflows and terminology to effectively liaise with the design firm's and the general contractor's project managers.
• Experience contributing to or leading RFP development, including defining scope, evaluation criteria, and vendor coordination.

Education, Accreditation, and Work Experience

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Health Care Administration, or equivalent.
• Diploma in Business Administration, Computer Technology, or equivalent.

Accreditation:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation preferred.
• Other certifications (e.g., PRINCE2) may be considered.
• Prosci certification is considered an asset.

Experience:

• 7–10 years of experience managing integrated projects and teams.
• Experience working in a highly integrated environment.

"Interested candidates are encouraged to update their resumes and apply, sharing their availability and relevant experience."