Job Description:
Who we are:
The IT Project Manager will be responsible for planning and managing the execution of IT projects to ensure that the deployed project deliverables meet the intent of the business requirements. We will require someone who has experience with waterfall and agile project management preferably a scrum master.
As part of the role as an IT Project Manager, this position is responsible for:
Work Mode & Job Location:
It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies.
The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.
Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology
Kindly ensure to regularly monitor your spam and junk email folders, as important communications regarding your application may be directed there.
If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.
About Us:
Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.
Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.
Additional Information:
Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.
IT Project Manager
Corporate Services - IT Solutions
Status: Regular Full Time
Salary Range: $103,175.00 - $128,969.00 per annum plus comprehensive benefits
Hiring Range: $103,175.00 - $116,072.00
Work Mode: Hybrid*see below for more details about this work mode.
Location: 10 Peel Centre Drive, Brampton
Hours of work: 35 hours per week
Who we are:
Reporting to the Manager, Strategic Client Services Information Technology. We are responsible for designing, developing and implementing IT solutions. Working collaboratively with our partners to deliver highly effective IT project management services that are delivered on schedule, on budget and on scope, and incorporate change management and benefits management.
The IT Project Manager will be responsible for planning and managing the execution of IT projects to ensure that the deployed project deliverables meet the intent of the business requirements. We will require someone who has experience with waterfall and agile project management preferably a scrum master.
As part of the role as an IT Project Manager, this position is responsible for:
- Ensure all phases of project delivery are performed within IT and corporate standards, timeframes and budget requirements.
- Coordinate the logistics (e.g. preparation of tenders and contracts, develop project plans, work schedules and determines priorities) and operational elements (e.g. budgets and resource requirements) for IT projects
- Determine priorities and resource allocation
- Work with other IT business areas to develop the Project Charter and Business Case in consultation with subject matter experts within the organization
- Ensure that applications, information, system, technology and security architectures meet current standards by working with the architecture, security, privacy and operations teams
- Design the overall project strategy, create, execute and control project plans, manage the project change control process, and administer the project's budget.
- Provide regular project reporting to senior management, the IT Strategic Client Managers, Project Sponsors, Senior Project Managers, Steering Committees, or other Regional Committees and other stakeholders, as appropriate
- Motivate project team(s) to work as a cohesive unit and ensures the completeness of the project's deliverables.
- Design and implement project communications management plans, manage risks and co-ordinate training plans
- Manage and resolve project issues or escalate to the appropriate level
- Close projects properly in accordance with corporate standards
- Develop and deliver presentations to audiences at different levels of the organization, as required
- Provide subject matter expertise and/or technical or professional advice if appropriate
What the role requires:
- A university or college degree or diploma in IT, computer science or a related discipline
- A minimum of three years of prior experience managing IT projects
- Experience with agile project management
- Combination of education and experience may be considered
Skills/Abilities:
- Strong skills in the use of project management software applications such as Microsoft Project
- The ability to manage small to medium well-defined projects and to develop project budgets
- Understanding of IT processes and methods such as:
- Progressive technical knowledge and knowledge of best practices in Information Technology service delivery such as SDLC, COBIT and ITIL
- Excellent communication skills to work with clients, technical teams, management and executive level staff in order to communicate technological principles and information in an audience-friendly manner
- An understanding of financial management, capital budgeting, business planning and purchasing and contract management processes
- Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias
Nice to have:
- Experience with Microsoft 365 (SharePoint) integrations, data migration and digital transformation projects
- Scrum Master
- PMP Designation
Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health, effective start date
- Voluntary enrolment into OMERS pension plan
- Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis starting at 3 weeks per annum
- 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays
- Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing
- Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance
- Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion
- Access to tuition reimbursement and learning and development resources
Be bold. Think big. Join us.
Work Mode & Job Location:
In this role, you’ll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected, with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time.
It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies.
The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved.
Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology
Kindly ensure to regularly monitor your spam and junk email folders, as important communications regarding your application may be directed there.
If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line.
Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.
We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.
Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support.
Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.
Additional Information:
Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.
Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact [email protected]
Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact [email protected]
Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.
Report job
