Rq11121

RQ11121 - Sr. Project Manager/Leader

1-year contract (250 business days) - possible extension

ONSITE 5 days - 222 Jarvis St

Must Have:

  1. Experience delivery in a tight deadline and high-pressure environment
  2. Strong communication skills, leading and hands-on exp.
  3. Demonstrated experience in successfully managing complex, multi-phase projects in a regulated or public sector environment.
  4. Proven ability to meet project timelines, deliverables, and budgets, especially on multi-year, multi-million-dollar projects, multi-stakeholder engagements.
  5. Skilled in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could impact project timelines, budget, or deliverables.
Nice-to-have:
  • Public Sector experience
Sr. Project Manager for DPT

Overview:

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Senior Product Manager to lead the planning, development, and delivery of high-impact products. The successful candidate will be responsible for gathering and prioritizing product requirements, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring the timely delivery of features and enhancements that meet organizational goals. This role requires a deep understanding of product management methodologies, strong leadership skills, and a passion for leveraging technology to revolutionize public service delivery.

Join us in transforming how government services are accessed and experienced by businesses across the state. Additionally, the Senior Product Manager will mentor a junior Product Manager, providing guidance and fostering their development within the team.

Key deliverables will include

  • Product Roadmap Development: Create and maintain a strategic product roadmap, detailing feature releases, enhancements, and long-term product vision.
  • Feature Prioritization: Prioritize features based on their impact, value, and feasibility, balancing short-term needs with the long-term product strategy.
  • Project Management: Coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines, and ensure alignment with project goals and organizational objectives.
  • Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks to ensure successful product delivery and alignment with organizational standards.
  • Stakeholder Communication: Facilitate regular updates and feedback sessions with stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Mentorship and Team Development: Mentor and collaborate with junior Product Managers, providing guidance on best practices and helping them grow in their roles. Foster a collaborative environment to ensure team development and knowledge sharing.
Objective:
  • Complete work and achieve milestones within the assigned deadlines.
  • Notify the Cluster/Ministry Project Manager in writing of any issues or material concerns related to the Assignment Deliverables, as soon as they become aware of them.
  • Submit Deliverables for the Cluster/Ministry approval as they are completed.
  • Comply with the Ontario Government and Cluster/Ministry security procedures and practices.
  • Comply with the Ontario Government and Cluster/Ministry architecture/technology standards and best practices.
  • Adhere to the Ontario Government Conflict of Interest and Confidentiality Guidelines.
  • Provide knowledge transfer and skill development to designated Cluster/Ministry staff as part of the project delivery process.
  • Follow the Ontario Government I&IT Directive, Operational Policy on the I&IT Project Gateway Process, and other applicable Guidelines, Standards, and Procedures.
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Note: The higher end of the range is intended for absolutely exceptional candidates who meet all must-have requirements and most or all nice-to-have qualifications. The client will evaluate candidates based on both rate expectations and overall skill set when shortlisting.

INCORPORATED RATE RANGE (7.25 billable hours per day)

  • $96.65/hr - $115.98/hr Inc.
T4 RATE RANGE (7.25 billable hours per day)
  • $77.32/hr - $92.78/hr T4
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