Sr Project Manager at Apex Systems, Inc. in Toronto, ON

Job#: 2071681

Job Description:

Senior Project Manager

Apex Systems is a global IT services provider, and our consulting practice has an opening for a Sr Project Manager.

Client: Big Five Bank.

Terms: 6 month, with possibility to extend

Location: Hybrid- 1 day in office Downtown

Application Process: It is best to apply via the medium on which you are seeing this posting. If you encounter technical difficulties submitting your resume, please send a Word version of your resume to Peter Lane [email protected]. Please reference Sr Project Manager.

Job Summary: The Sr Project Manager will have end-to-end accountability for the successful completion of technology projects. This role involves directing and coordinating team members in the creation of project deliverables, managing project scope, ensuring quality of deliverables, and overseeing governance controls.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management:

Advanced knowledge and experience in managing large-scale projects of significant complexity and high value ($1MM-$5MM) with low to moderate risk.
Expertise in project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Clarity, MS Project, SharePoint repositories, Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC)).
Knowledge of waterfall and agile methodologies.
Strong relationship management and consulting skills.
Solid presentation, written, and verbal communication skills.
Rigorously manage project scope to ensure commitments are achieved within agreed time, cost, and quality parameters, with an enterprise perspective.

Team Coordination:

Direct and coordinate business and technology resources, user groups, internal and external consultants, contractors, and vendors.

Quality Assurance:

Ensure end results are of the highest caliber with a clearly articulated scope and quantifiable business benefit.
Oversee governance controls to ensure projects meet all performance, quality, and compliance standards and conform to appropriate methodology.

Stakeholder Engagement:

Work with Communications stakeholders to drive change and communications planning.
Report administrative, financial metrics, and project status to Business Sponsors and related stakeholders to ensure transparency and accountability.

Project Cost Management:

Manage project budget up to the value of the approved funding.
Work in close partnership with Finance and key stakeholders for monthly reporting requirements (i.e., Finance, compliance, Status, Issues Management).

Project Resource Management:

Possess change management skills, including identifying people, processes, and technology implications to various end users/stakeholders and designing the change and implementation plan.

Project Risk Management:

Identify and track project risks and develop mitigation plans to manage risks (e.g., technology, change management, procurement, business process management, requirements management).

Project Schedule Management:

Deliver solutions on time.

Project Scope Management:

Identify project drivers and constraints.
Develop an understanding of organizational complexity to interact and engage with the appropriate matrix areas for the construction and delivery of the solution.

Project Quality Management:

Establish effective project oversight and other governance bodies.
Engage the appropriate stakeholders to support the direction of the project and enable superior customer experience.

Business Understanding:

Possess an understanding of at least one line of business within the bank.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelors degree in Computer Science or Information Systems (nice to have).
Project Management certification (must have).
Valid PMP designation from the Project Management Institute (must have).

Experience:

8+ years of experience in project management.

Skills:

Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Proven ability to manage project scope and deliver high-quality results.

This a great opportunity to join a Big Five Bank and continue your Project Management career in the financial domain. Be a part of a great work environment with a very well organized PMO and colleagues who will help you succeed.

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EEO Employer

Apex is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.