Project Manager Intermediate

There is a 2 year contract opportunity for a Intermediate Project Manager, in Toronto.
This is a classic PM + Scrum Master role delivering a multi-million dollar project.
Work would be done remotely until the pandemic situation normalizes.
Please reply if you’re available. In case you are not the right resource, please refer someone. Thanks

Must haves:

• Reliability level Security clearance is mandatory
• 7-8 years of experience in leading a range of mid- size to large initiatives with above-average levels of complexity and business criticality
• Certifications : PMP, Agile/Scrum
• Comprehensive knowledge of Agile/ Scrum project management methodologies and tools

If you are available, please send your resume to [email protected] or [email protected] OR refer someone interested.

Thanks

Job Posting Title: Project Manager – Intermediate

Site: Toronto

Description: NOTE:
– This is a classic PM + Scrum Master role delivering a multi-million dollar project

– Ideal candidate would have experience integrating 3rd part vendor products into companies landscape of applications.

– Ideal candidate should have 7 to 8 years of relevant experience

– Hiring Manager is open to market rates

– Hired contractor will initially start working remotely. However, when Innovapost resumes onsite work, contractor will have to be full-time onsite (1 Dundas St West, Toronto) as well.
Hiring Manager will be looking for local candidates only

We are looking for Project Manager/Scrum Master to join our team. The successful candidate will be accountable for high-quality execution and delivery of new projects in a fully Agile/Scrum team environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage all aspects of project management from discovery through delivery implementation and stabilization:
o Create and manage schedules, budgets, quality, communication, resource and risk management plans
o Provide the direction required to meet the project objectives and commitments
o Analyze and make decisions on projects, considering project benefits, scope, cost, schedule, and quality
o Prepare reports regarding status of project
o Ensure appropriate management of stakeholders throughout the project
• Lead Scrum ceremonies such as daily Scrum standup meetings, sprint planning and retrospective sessions
• Work with the Business Product Owner to define scope for MVP and subsequent releases
• Collaborate with the IT PMO to ensure compliance with project standards, processes, tools and methodology
• Work with the BSD IT Partner to ensure compliance with engagement processes and business partner requirements
• Oversee integration of the agile team’s deliverables with the project at large, as well as how deliverables may have touchpoints in other sub-domains
• Ensure all groups are being provided with timely and accurate project information such as reporting of project status, issues, risks

QUALIFICATIONS
• Project Management: experienced in managing projects/programs
• Comprehensive knowledge of Agile/ Scrum project management methodologies and tools
• Financial Management: strong understanding of key concepts of financial processes such as budgeting, forecasting, etc.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
• Academic : Post-secondary degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Technology or related field (required)
• Certifications : PMP, Agile/Scrum

EXPERIENCE
• 7-8 years of experience in leading a range of mid- size to large initiatives with above-average levels of complexity and business criticality

OVERALL SKILLS – ABILITIES
• Facilitate and encourage collaboration in a cross-disciplinary Scrum team environment, across multiple projects and multiple locations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong time-management skills