Project Manager
JOB_53860501124301Job type
ContractLocation
OttawaProfession
Banking And Financial ServicesIndustry
Banking & Financial ServicesPay
$160,000-$180,000
CONTRACT || PROJECT MANAGER || OTTAWA ON HYBRID
ENGAGEMENT OVERVIEW
Client
Bank of Canada
Role Title
Project Management Specialist
Work Type
Full-Time (37.5 hrs/week)
Work Model
Hybrid – 3 days on-site per month (Ottawa)
Planned Start
May 18, 2026
Contract End
December 31, 2027
Security Clearance
Enhanced Reliability (must reside in Canada 5+ years)
Language
English
Submission Deadline
April 2, 2026, by 11:59 PM (Ottawa local time)
ROLE SUMMARY
The Client is seeking an experienced Senior Project Management Specialist to lead and oversee large-scale IT and business projects within the Supervision Portfolio. The successful consultant will bring proven expertise in delivering complex, multi-year initiatives using Agile and hybrid methodologies, working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide project management expertise for all project activities, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders and cross-functional teams using proven PM best practices.
- Oversee projects throughout planning, solution selection, configuration, implementation, and transition to operations, ensuring timelines, budget, and performance targets are met.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans; prioritize work to achieve defined objectives and ensure collaboration across teams.
- Monitor and manage project risks, issues, and interdependent while maintaining scope and quality standards.
- Prepare and present proposals, status reports, risk logs, and progress charts to senior management and project sponsors.
- Build and sustain effective working relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear understanding of client needs and timely resolution of concerns.
- Manage unplanned project activities including re-planning and recalibration as required.
- Operate independently with limited senior management involvement, providing regular status and value-delivery updates.
- Ensure all project deliverables and associated documentation are completed to standard.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
- University degree or college diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business Administration.
- Minimum 10 years of recent demonstrated experience as a Senior Project Management Specialist overseeing large projects (40+ resources, multi-year) in complex environments.
- Minimum 5 years of experience applying Agile or hybrid (Agile/Waterfall) delivery approaches for strategic IT projects.
- Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Azure Cloud solution implementations.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to translate business needs into clear project objectives and application solutions.
- Excellent written communication skills — ability to produce clear documentation for both senior leadership and technical audiences.
- Demonstrated facilitation and problem-resolution skills.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (ASSETS)
- PMP Certification
- SCRUM Master Certification
- Knowledge of Bank of Canada's core functions and business processes. Mongan Chase
- Experience establishing effective working relationships with key stakeholders.
- French language proficiency is considered an asset.
TECHNICAL / EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS
- Windows 11 laptop/computer with USB-A and USB-C ports and high-speed internet.
- Latest version of Windows App installed for Azure Virtual Desktop access.
- Smartphone supporting the Microsoft Authenticator app (required for MFA/second-factor verification).
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Project ManagerJOB_538605011243012026-04-022026-07-02
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