Senior Project Manager - Infrastructure and Technology

Job Description

Senior Project Manager – Infrastructure and Technology

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About the Job

Job Description

Our client has a requirement for a Senior Project Manager – Infrastructure and Technology for a six month contract opportunity. The position can be located in either London,ON or Toronto ON.


Role

Our Technology & Network Services is an organizational group within ITS which manages key components of our organization's technology infrastructure (desktop services, email, Instant Messaging, Web Conferencing and Social Mediated Services, and Remote Access). We are responsible for defining and evolving the strategy and the roadmap for each of these services including the overall accountability for the pricing and recovery of the services. While not performing the engineering, architecture and operations functions, the team has overall accountability for the direction, quality of service and performance of the product. We work in conjunction with these groups or any external vendor to ensure all key operating metrics are performed as described. We ensure a plan exists to deliver consistent service to all of our employees.

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to work within the Workspace Service Delivery (WSD) Team, who would be responsible for delivering complex workspace components for Technology projects. The candidate will have strong working relationships with Delivery teams, vendors, and/or Project Managers for the projects to which she/he is assigned. The position requires a self-starter with strong leadership qualities, and proven experience delivering complex technology projects.


Responsibilities

The specific responsibilities include:

•Accountable for the project management process and deliverables for multiple projects
•Ensures 100% compliance to the organization’s project management methodology by ensuring that recognized project management processes, discipline and controls are consistently applied and adhered to for assigned projects
•Identifies all project dependencies and risks, ensuring that they are effectively managed
•Ensures mitigation/contingency plans are in place for identified risks
•Executes project management deliverables within budget and as per the approved project plan, working with business partners to develop the content of those deliverables
•Controls change to project scope through accepted change management processes and documentation
•Investigates, escalates and ensures that all project issues are effectively resolved
•Provides advice and guidance to business partners as required regarding best practices in project management
•Develops an understanding of the technical/business aspects of the project in order to effectively manage the project and resources
•May be expected to initiate and manage contracts for products or services
•Provides project reporting, and status and issues requiring attention to senior management
•Demonstrates strong communications skills (written & verbal), proven ability to effectively interact with individuals across business units and at various levels within the organization (technical, business, including Senior & Executive Management).


Requirements or Qualifications

Qualified Candidates will have:

•6+ years project management experience, with at least 3 years managing Technology projects
•Experience managing Desktop/Server technology projects would be an asset
•Knowledge of Retail, Financial or Corporate business areas and applications would be an asset
•Proficiency with MS Office PC software applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio)
•Knowledge of Business best practices and related tools/processes.
•College / University or equivalent work experience.
•Accredited Project Management Professional (PMP) is an asset


How to Apply

Online:

To apply for this and other suitable exciting opportunities with Zylog Systems (Canada) Ltd., you can register and apply online at www.ZylogCanada.com.

Email:

If you would like to email a copy of your resume for review, please reference this posted Job Number or Job Description in the subject line of your email for prompt identification and send your email with attached resume to Resumes@zylog.ca.


Company Overview

Zylog is internationally ranked within the top 100 in the Global Recruitment Industry, and one of the top five IT Professional Staffing Firms in Canada. Zylog is a leading provider of human capital resource management applications, and technology solutions with global delivery capability and proudly represents Fortune 500, Government, and Healthcare organizations actively seeking top talent for contract and permanent positions. Zylog leverages ISO 9001:2000 certified processes, industry best practices, and ownership of one of the largest professional talent databases in Canada; we are dedicated to the progress of our clients, consultants, and our community. Apply now or contact one of our experienced professional resource managers to help you find the perfect career to make the most of your unique skills and experience.


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