Senior Project Manager

Location: Toronto

We have partnered with a recognized leader in the Canadian Fintech space in search of a Senior Project Manager. The right candidate will be comfortable providing leadership by proactively managing the planning, coordination and successful implementation of large, complex business transformation projects or programs, in support of strategic business objectives.  . 

The Role: 

• Ensures that large, complex business transformation projects and/or programs are effectively managed and executed within agreed-upon scope, timelines and budget
• Ensure that program issues and risks are effectively identified, manage the resolution of escalated issues impacting the success of the projects and escalate when appropriate
• Ensures that program objectives and stakeholder expectations are proactively managed using change management concepts and approaches

The Requirements: 
 

• 5+ years of direct work experience managing large, complex business transformation projects and/or programs 
• Some PM leadership experience strongly preferred
• Extensive knowledge and expertise in project management methodologies and tools
• Extensive knowledge and expertise in change management concepts and approaches
• Technically competent with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and MS Project (or similar tools)
• Working knowledge of technical concepts like Agile, SDLC, software development, systems programming or other technical disciplines strongly preferred 
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is not required but is an asset
• University degree or college diploma required, in Business, Technology or a related discipline (MBA is an asset)
• Experience in digital transformation projects or previous experience working in the digital space is an asset 

 
How to Apply
All qualified and interested applicants can apply directly on our website at www.talentlab.com. Although we thank all applicants for their interest, only those in consideration will be contacted