Project Manager

Strategize it Inc.

. Lead and manage project teams throughout all project life-cycle phases using waterfall, agile, and hybrid methodologies .

Posted 10/23/2026contractRemote • CanadaSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in managing Information Technology projects within public sector organizations, utilizing various project management methodologies such as Waterfall and Agile. Proficient in project planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication, ensuring successful project execution and delivery.

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PMP CertificationPrince2 Practitioner CertificationProject Lifecycle ManagementPublic Sector Project ManagementBudget Management

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningResource EstimationCost EstimationSchedule EstimationChange ManagementRisk ManagementQuality AssuranceProcurement PlanningContract NegotiationData Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsFacilitation SkillsCritical ThinkingProblem ResolutionCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Project Management SystemsData Reporting ToolsTendering SystemsVendor Management Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationPrince2 Practitioner Certification

Industry Keywords

Public SectorProject ManagementStakeholder CommunicationProject CloseoutChange Control

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage project teams throughout all project life-cycle phases using waterfall, agile, and hybrid methodologies
Communicate regularly with project stakeholders, including project owners, project teams, consultants, service providers, and Manitoba staff
Direct activities and deliverables of assigned project management resources
Manage contract change management within Manitoba authority and approval frameworks
Monitor project risks and opportunities and communicate them to stakeholders
Coordinate and manage all activities required to complete projects
Manage project entry and data in Manitoba project management systems
Develop and maintain detailed project schedules integrating capital and operating streams
Operate within approved project budgets and provide weekly or biweekly reporting on actual and forecasted spending
Manage implementation against approved project requirements, schedules, and coordination plans
Define project requirements, design documents, specifications, scope, quality, budget, schedule, and risk plans
Develop procurement plans and support tendering, vendor selection, contract negotiation, and contract issuance
Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, risks, communications, stakeholders, and change control during execution
Manage change orders, review and approve costs, track budgets and schedules, and obtain required approvals
Navigate Manitoba internal processes, including Architectural Review Board approval
Review and process progress claims, advise on final payments and holdback releases
Conduct startup meetings, attend bi-weekly client meetings, and report project status, budget, and schedule
Manage quality assurance and control, including mock-up and deficiency reviews
Coordinate staff training on new systems
Conduct project closeout reviews and assemble closeout information, including operational transfers, as-built documents, and training manuals
Facilitate lessons learned and final project closeout

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of ten (10) + years of experience managing Information Technology projects
Valid PMP Certification or Prince2 Practitioner certification
Expertise in project lifecycles and project planning, including resource, cost, and schedule estimation
Experience developing business cases
Experience planning and managing projects in a Public Sector organization
Experience managing multiple projects concurrently
Excellent interpersonal and listening skills
Strong facilitation skills
Strong critical thinking and problem resolution skills
Strong communication skills: oral, written, and presentation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Contract engagement for 6 months initially, extendable up to 24 months