Project Manager, Project & Program Management, IT Project Manager

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is inviting applications for the permanent, full-time position of Project Manager with the Project Management Office in Information Technology.
Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2

SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.
The IT Project Manager is responsible and accountable for the successful delivery of strategic and critical, medium to large size business unit and corporate IT and IT related projects. The IT Project Manager is also responsible for responding to client and corporate needs by providing effective and economical project alternatives and solutions for their IT needs. This role encompasses all stages of the project life cycle from initiation to delivery of the products or services and close-out of the project.

They are accountable to deliver projects within budget, on schedule, in accordance with the established scope of work and to the sponsors satisfaction.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plans, coordinates, organizes, directs and controls project activities to achieve the desired results
Provides leadership and advice in expert areas to the project sponsor/s
Manages the overall projects and coordinates all of the various activities required to complete the projects on time, within budget, in accordance with the established scope of work, and to the client/sponsor's satisfaction
Prepares cost estimates and project budgets
Identifies, negotiates for and attains required resources (people, equipment, space, consultants, etc.)
Builds teams
Leads the project team by motivating, managing and providing guidance/coaching (technical & performance) to team members and setting work schedules
Directs and co-ordinates technical employees or consultants in the preparation of studies, designs, plans, specifications and cost estimates
Defines and manages project scope
Resolves client issues and manages client expectations regarding the project
Identifies project risk factors in a timely manner and develops appropriate risk mitigation strategies (including contingency planning)
Monitors and controls project timeline, budgets and deliverables
Maintains accurate and complete records, and reports on all operational and contractual matters monthly, or more frequently as required
Conducts project status meetings
Promotes strong customer service and ensures that high standards of customer service and satisfaction are achieved
Prepares technical reports, staff reports to HRM Council, liaises and consults with the general public, other government agencies, consultants, etc., as required in performance of the responsibilities of the position
Ensures adherence to quality standards and appropriate technical documentation through all phases of the project
Ensures high standards of ethical and professional conduct within the project
Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relations with Halifax Regional Municipality management and staff, members of Council and the general public
Monitors and evaluates the performance of project staff
Addresses project performance issues
Manages complex stakeholder relationships
Works with the Steering Committee and Business Units in the development of new processes and policy relative to benefits realization, customer service and information management
Ensures that the highest level of integration with other corporate tools and systems is achieved
Achieve business and project objectives
QUALIFICATIONS  

Education and Experience   Undergraduate degree in commerce or computer science (preferred) or diploma in information technology from a multi-year program at a recognized institution
Minimum five (5) years’ experience as project manager of IT and IT related projects of significant size and scope
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