Project Manager / Leader

Posted 4 Days Ago
5 Locations
In-Office or Remote
Expert/Leader
Information Technology • Professional Services • Sales • Consulting
The Role
Lead planning and delivery of complex public-sector projects using PMI and Agile. Manage scope, schedule, budget, risks, vendors, and cross‑functional teams. Drive stakeholder engagement, change management, accessibility and regulatory compliance, and executive reporting.
Summary Generated by Built In

Position: Project Manager / Leader

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)

Job ID#: RQ10842 

Duration: 10 Months

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager / Leader to drive successful delivery of complex initiatives aligned with public sector priorities. This role focuses on ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, while maintaining compliance with established project management methodologies and frameworks.


Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure project deliverables meet business requirements within timelines, scope, and budget
  • Communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders across business units
  • Facilitate business process improvements using structured methodologies
  • Plan and lead project execution using Agile and digital delivery approaches
  • Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, scope, and deliverables
  • Monitor and forecast project costs; ensure financial targets are met
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues proactively
  • Lead stakeholder engagement, including steering committees and executive reporting
  • Manage project teams, assign responsibilities, and oversee performance
  • Resolve resourcing, operational, and interpersonal conflicts
  • Support procurement processes and vendor management activities
  • Promote adherence to project management best practices and standards
  • Drive organizational change management and stakeholder adoption
  • Provide program and portfolio reporting to senior leadership
  • Ensure compliance with accessibility standards and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

Mandatory Skills

  • 10+ years of experience in project management
  • Strong knowledge of Project Management Institute (PMI) frameworks (PMBOK)
  • Knowledge of Information Management principles, policies, and practices
  • Understanding of accessibility legislation and related standards (AODA)
  • Experience recommending and managing technology solutions (software/hardware)
  • Proven experience managing full project lifecycle (planning, execution, monitoring, closing)
  • Strong ability to manage stakeholder relationships and expectations
  • Experience identifying and resolving project risks and conflicts

General Skills

  • Experience in strategic planning, business case development, and funding support
  • Strong project budgeting, forecasting, and financial management skills
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and ensure delivery compliance
  • Expertise in project governance, reporting, and stakeholder communication
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-stream projects
  • Experience establishing processes, procedures, and operational guidelines
  • Strong leadership and team-building capabilities

Desirable Skills

  • Additional experience in PMI-aligned methodologies
  • Advanced understanding of information management and accessibility standards
  • Proven ability to optimize project outcomes through effective planning and controls

Evaluation Criteria

  • Project Management Experience – 25%
  • Engagement and Communication Skills – 25%
  • Leadership and Change Management – 25%
  • Procurement and Vendor Management – 20%
  • Public Sector Experience – 5%

About Symbiotic Digital

Symbiotic Digital provides the IT Experts you need that solve problems and get things done. See what the top 2% in their field can do for you. (Symbiotic Digital is a division of Symbiotic Group Inc.)

We serve customers in two ways, we provide:

  1. Digital Experts: IT Consulting expertise. Bright Minds That Produce Proven Results
  2. Recruitment: Find The Right People You Need

Serving IT & Business leaders, Symbiotic Digital provides a business system that enables us to provide expert technical staff needed to solve challenging business and IT problems. IT leaders in reputable organizations across Canada rely on Symbiotic Digital to staff difficult assignments with proven experts evaluated through our QMS - Quality Management System Staff Development Model. We are a 100% Indigenous-owned company.

Learn more online at: https://www.symbioticgroup.com/home-sd/

Please submit your most recent resume to: [email protected]

View all jobs online at: https://www.symbioticgroup.com/view-jobs/

 



Skills Required

  • 10+ years of project management experience
  • Strong knowledge of PMI frameworks (PMBOK)
  • Experience using Agile and digital delivery approaches
  • Knowledge of Information Management principles, policies, and practices
  • Understanding of accessibility legislation and standards (AODA)
  • Experience recommending and managing technology solutions (software/hardware)
  • Proven experience managing full project lifecycle
  • Strong stakeholder relationship and expectation management
  • Experience identifying and resolving project risks and conflicts
  • Project budgeting, forecasting, and financial management skills
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and ensure delivery compliance
  • Experience in strategic planning, business case development, and funding support
  • Experience with procurement processes and vendor management
  • Strong leadership, team-building capabilities, and change management experience
  • Additional PMI-aligned methodologies and advanced information management/accessibility knowledge
  • Proven ability to optimize project outcomes through effective planning and controls
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The Company
10 Employees
Year Founded: 1998

What We Do

Symbiotic Group Inc. is a consulting company that helps SMBs drive measurable results in sales, digital marketing, and operations. They also provide IT consulting services and focus on advancing business and career opportunities for Indigenous peoples.

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