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Department:

Project Management

Position Type:

Full-Time Administrative

Salary Range:

$104,333.00-$139,110.00-Annual

Sc heduled Weekly Hours:

36.25

Anticipated Start Date:

March 02, 2026

Length of Contract:

Posting Information

This job posting is now accepting applications from all qualified individuals.

Posting Closing Date:

February 19, 2026

Please note: jobs are posted until 11:59 pm on the job closing date.

Land Acknowledgment:

Algonquin College campuses in Ottawa, Perth and Pembroke are located on the traditional unceded, and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin People. The Algonquin People have inhabited and cared for these lands since time immemorial. We take this time to express our gratitude and respect to them and to the land for all that it has provided and will continue to provide.

Job Description:

***Please note that applicants must submit their application by the evening before the closing date mentioned above. The posting closes at 12:01am on the morning of the closing date***

As a Senior Project Manager, the incumbent is able to manage large, multi-faceted, complex projects or multiple projects concurrently and is capable of managing expectations and stakeholder interests that span several areas of the College. The projects managed by the Senior Project Manager are strategic and transformational in nature. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for ensuring that best practices are undertaken and the benefits are being fully realized through the institution. The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for defining the project requirements and is accountable for all project work during each process of the project lifecycle: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and controlling, and close-out. In addition, the incumbent is responsible for key milestones for roll out, change management and communications plan, training required within the College as well as the definition and implementation of support models, if required.

The Senior Project Manager is accountable for delivering the identified project objectives on time and within budget. The incumbent is responsible for identifying, resourcing, and retaining project resource requirements and for managing the project work. The Senior Project Manager is also responsible for identifying stakeholders and managing the stakeholder engagement.

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for providing professional project management leadership and for coaching and contributing to the professional development of project resources. The Senior Project Manager is expected to contribute significantly to the development of standard business processes, such as business case templates with measurable KPIs and project management standards, processes, and tools to grow the foundation of the Project Management Office (PMO) as well as contributing to the development of organizational service delivery and change management models.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum four (4) year degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or Business Administration

• Project management certification is required i.e. PMI Project Management Professional (PMP);

• At least 9 years of project management experience with a strong record of delivering quality project outcomes within the defined scope, time, and cost parameters;

• Experience leading business transformation projects;

• Experience leading teams and managing deliverables in a matrix environment;

• Experience delivering automation solutions combined with business process improvement initiatives;

• Experience working with and presenting to upper management and senior executives;

• Experience with large enterprise projects and budgets of up to 5 million;

• Agile or Scrum Master designation is an asset;

• Business transformation experience;

• Project/Program management demonstrated capability;

• Excellent communication skills. Able to communicate well at varying levels of the College hierarchy;

• Excellent understanding of application development and systems development life cycle methodologies;

• Strong process engineering/design skills;

• Strong facilitation, interpersonal, and presentation skills;

• Results driven and self-motivated;

• Critical thinking and problem solving skills;

• Customer focused with strong analytical skills;

• Excellent leadership, motivational, and conflict resolution skills;

• Position is at Pay Band 12

• Position vacancy is for P23084

This position is eligible for hybrid work in conjunction with the College's Flexible Work Arrangement . https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/files/2022/08/HR26.pdf (subject to change).

Why Join Algonquin College?

• Compensation: Many roles offer a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans designed to support your well-being. Eligibility for benefits vary by position. Benefits | Careers
• Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training, tuition assistance programs (Algonquin College Courses and Degree Completion ), certifications, workshops, and professional courses that allow you to grow and advance in your career. About Us | Employee Learning and Development . Availability depends on role and employment status .
• Company Culture : Our values of caring, learning, integrity, and respect define how we interact with one another. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment. Algonquin College has been recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025 and one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity for 2024
• Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) : We are proud to be the first Ontario college to implement an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion policy, fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected and valued. Affinity Group Conversation Communities | Inclusion & Diversity & Truth and Reconciliation
• Flexible Work Arrangement Policy . Select positions are eligible for hybrid work in accordance with the College’s Flexible Work Arrangement Policy https://www.algonquincollege.com/policies/hr26/ (subject to change) .

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Accessibility:

Algonquin College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and culturally respectful workplace. We offer an inclusive work environment and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of racialized groups, and individuals from diverse communities. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources department at humanresources@algonquincollege.com . While we thank all those who apply, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.