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The IT Project Manager is responsible for leading projects from initiation to close, working extensively with internal/ external business partners to ensure their respective efforts are coordinated, balancing the constraints of time, quality and budget. Primary duties include:

• Lead the development of project plans, schedules, budgets and deliverables, including the work breakdown structure, timeline, resourcing, training, risk management and communication plans.
• Coordinate meetings between internal and external interested parties.
• Direct and manage projects by monitoring project team adherence to project plans, schedules and budgets and quality performance; resolves issues, conducts analysis and provides quality assurance checks on project deliverables.
• Make recommendations to various interested parties on risks and mitigation solutions.
• Determine resource requirements and participate in the hiring of staff resources.
• Manage the day-to-day activities and provide direction to project team members, assigning responsibilities, ensuring completion of assigned duties and assessing the abilities and performance of team members.
• Facilitate discussions with various sponsors and interested parties to determine project scope and objectives as well as resolve issues as they arise.
• Prepare procurement, project related and technology driven documents for various audiences.
• Prepare and provide reporting or status updates and recommendations to various involved parties to ensure the success of the project.
• Develop and promote change and transition initiatives related to the project.
• Engage with various resources and teams within The City to ensure policies and procedures are followed.

Qualifications

• A completed 2 year diploma in Business Administration or Information Technology plus at least 10 years of experience; OR
• A degree in Computer Science, Commerce, Business Administration, Math, Engineering, or Science plus at least 8 years of experience.
• A project management certification such as a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), or Project Management Certification (PMP) will be considered an asset.
• Preference will be given to applicants with experience in project management software (for example: Microsoft Project or similar) and previous experience developing and implementing processes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills capable of maintaining strong relationships. Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Pre-employment Requirements

• A security clearance will be conducted.
• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Workstyle: This position may be eligible to work from home for at least part of the time as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. These arrangements depend on the operational requirements of the role, employee suitability, and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.

Union: CUPE Local 38

Business Unit: Information Technology

Position Type: 2 Permanent

Location: 133 6 Avenue SE

Compensation: Pay Grade 12 $47.01 - 62.84 per hour

Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day

work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.

Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week

Audience: Internal/External

Apply By: July 10, 2025

Job ID #: 312095