Project Manager – Hybrid

Job title:

Project Manager – Hybrid

Company

Randstad

Job description

The Operational Readiness Lead is a project manager with an intermediate level of experience in the range of 5 to 10 years’ project management experience, including experience with complex enterprise-scale programs in both the public and private sectors. The PM will work with closely with the Business Implementation Office team on the project as well as business stakeholder groups to coordinate all aspects of operational readiness.The PM’s role is to work closely with the Operational Readiness Manager to execute an operational readiness tactical plan, including engagement plans, communications and readiness measurement and reporting. In addition, the responsibilities of the Consultant include:

• Providing the PMO Pillar Lead with:

o Regular status reports
o Risk and issue details to be managed and mitigated.
o Adhering to CSDS Division policies and procedures

• Collaborate with other project teams to resolve issues and provide project management support as assigned by the Operational Readiness Manager.

AdvantagesResponsibilities
In support of this project, the overall responsibilities of the Operational Readiness Lead are as follows:

• Assist with the planning and coordination of cutover and operational readiness with primary focus on business preparedness.
• Support various stakeholder groups to identify operational readiness priorities, coordinate resolution of related issues and support operational readiness planning (such groups may include Functional Change Network, Change Leadership Network and Business Advisory Council).
• Coordinate closely with the Business Implementation Office and other project teams on operational readiness topics.
• Prepare required operational readiness deliverables under the guidance of the Operational Readiness Manager (e.g., readiness work plan, status reports, risk and issue reporting).
• Identify, monitor and manage project issues and risks related to operational readiness and escalate as necessary.
• Ensure deliverables are produced, approved, and accepted in accordance with organizational standards.

Qualifications
The PM will have the following qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a project manager role on complex projects/programs including the following: contributing to project strategies, program planning, and critical path management.
• Experience with cutover and operational readiness activities.
• Experience with stakeholder management and high-level competency in relationship management.
• Excellent facilitation and coordination skills. The Consultant must be comfortable working in a liaison role.
• Understanding of how business operational management priorities interact with project commitments, demonstrated by experience supporting/liaising with business leaders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:
The PM ideally should fulfill the following desirable qualifications:

• PMP certification is an asset.
• Organization change management experience is an asset.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP solutions is an asset.
• Prior experience with the Province of Nova Scotia would be valuable.
• Experience in managing projects/programs with a public sector organization is an asset.

SummaryRandstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada’s workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [email protected] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

Expected salary

Location

Halifax, NS

Job date

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 23:47:26 GMT

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