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About the Role

Empire Life is seeking a Senior Project Manager for a 12-month contract to manage projects supporting business objectives under minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the definition of project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Define project tasks and resource requirements.
• Acquire necessary project resources and assign tasks.
• Provide direction, coaching, and support to the project team.
• Create and manage project budget, tracking expenses.
• Schedule and track project timelines and milestones.
• Develop project plans and communication documents.
• Monitor and report project progress to stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve project issues, escalating when necessary.
• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.
• Proactively identify and manage project risks and mitigation strategies.
• Apply project management methodology, processes, and standards.
• Manage changes to project scope, budget, or timelines.
• Define project success criteria and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Conduct post-implementation project reviews.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive project management experience, with advanced expertise in managing large, complex business transformation and/or IT projects.
• Knowledge and expertise in Project Management methodologies and development practices (e.g., agile, scrum, waterfall).
• Familiarity with tools such as Smartsheets, JIRA, and Confluence.
• Conversant in different platforms, architectures, languages, and modern development toolkits.
• Proven track record of developing and leading dynamic, high-performing teams.
• Proven ability to drive and influence change through innovation and process improvement.
• Substantial experience building, developing, and growing relationships at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated experience leading discussions and working effectively with senior leaders.
• Self-motivated with resilience to work independently, manage priorities, and guide plans.
• Previous consulting experience and/or proven engagement skills.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• University degree or college diploma in Business, Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is an asset.
• English language proficiency required for communication across Canada.

Skills

• Project Management Methodologies
• Agile
• Scrum
• Waterfall
• Smartsheet
• JIRA
• Confluence
• Relationship Building
• Influencing
• Negotiation
• Presentation
• Consulting
• Engagement

Location

• Hybrid, Ontario

Work Type

• 12 month contract
• Hybrid

Experience Level

• Senior
• 5+ years

Education Level

• University degree or college diploma in Business, Technology or another related field or equivalent experience

Salary/Compensations

• $108,300 - $158,300 (for permanent roles, base salary only for contract roles)

Benefits

• Competitive salaries with annual pay increases
• Competitive uncapped commission (for sales positions)
• Comprehensive employer-funded benefits package (life insurance, disability, health, dental, generous health account)
• Flexible work arrangements
• Annual allotment of personal health days
• Four weeks annual vacation from hire date
• Defined contribution pension plan with generous employer matching
• Top up programs for parental leave and compassionate leave
• Employer-sponsored wellness and recognition programs
• Cash employee referral program

About the Company

• Empire Life is a medium-sized Canadian company in a stable industry that is rapidly transforming.
• Visit https://www.empire.ca/workatempire for more information.

Equal Opportunity

• Empire Life is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
• We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment.
• We welcome everyone to participate in our application process.
• We encourage those of all backgrounds and experiences to apply, even if you don't believe you meet each unique qualification outlined.
• Applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.
• Empire Life welcomes applications from people with disabilities and disabled people.
• Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the screening and selection process.
• If you need this job posting in an alternative format or have any accessibility questions, please contact recruitment@empire.ca.