Permanent Full Time

We are looking for a S enior Project Manager, Technology Project Management Office - Infrastructure & Operations Reporting to the Director, Infrastructure Delivery, this role leads large, high-risk infrastructure projects with significant business impact. The Senior Project Manager ensures projects are clearly defined, planned, and delivered, while managing scope, cost, schedule, and risk. They drive collaboration across business and technology teams, promote best practices,

This role leads the implementation of solutions that may require the modification of business processes, systems, and/or products, and can require significant departures from traditional approaches.

What you will do:

• Lead and execute infrastructure-related projects, as assigned, ensuring they are aligned with business and technology goals, with all projects managed and executed according to established plans, project standards and controls
• Manage the relationship with senior stakeholders, partnering in the development of strategic and operational plans
• Ensure the expected outcomes of the project are effectively communicated and considered in optimizing the pursuit of its intended benefit and value
• Oversee the management of resources, crossing multiple projects or initiatives
• Resolve scope, cost, schedule, resource, quality and risk issues within a shared governance structure
• Develop and manage an effective delivery network across project managers and other leaders, including providing feedback to people leaders on performance, development, resource assignment, etc.

What you will bring to the role:

• 5-10 years managing large infrastructure-related projects
• Demonstrated experience using various project management frameworks, including Waterfall, Hybrid and Agile, understanding how to best apply and adapt within high complexity projects
• Experience in business and technical executive stakeholder relationship management across diverse areas with converging interests, including the ability to informally lead and influence those stakeholders in a complex environment
• Business, technical and financial acumen with the ability to apply it to the project and business landscape
• Demonstrated understanding of and adherence to control standards, audit practices, compliance etc.
• University or College education in Project Management, Business Administration or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required
• Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP) certification is considered an asset
• Competency with Clarity preferred

The base salary for this position is between $63,500.00 - $117,400.00 maximum annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations.

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.