Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

Focus Systems is supporting a client in seeking a Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of major technology initiatives. This role is ideal for a PM who thrives in complex environments, brings strong governance discipline, and can provide executive-level reporting and financial performance insights.

• Location: Remote within Canada
• Schedule: Full-time (business hours)
• Contract Term: Mar 23, 2026 – Feb 22, 2027 (1 year)
• Extensions: Two (2) additional 12-month renewal options

Reporting to the Director, Major Program Delivery, the Project Manager will manage full lifecycle delivery across scope, schedule, and budget. A key focus of this role is financial forecasting, cost control, variance tracking, performance reporting
, and ensuring major programs are delivered with strong governance and predictability.

• Lead full project lifecycle delivery, managing scope, schedule, and budget
• Build and manage integrated project plans across cross-functional teams
• Develop financial forecasts, track budgets, analyze variances, and report performance
• Support governance reviews, compliance audits, and program assurance activities
• Drive continuous improvement through lessons learned and best practices
• Track contractual milestones and deliverable acceptance tied to funding release
• Manage Change & Decision Requests (CR/DR) and ensure proper approvals
• Audit and maintain RAAIDD logs to ensure governance compliance

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related discipline

• 7–10 years delivering large-scale technology projects and programs
• Proven experience leading end-to-end planning, execution, and financial oversight
• Advanced expertise in financial forecasting, budget management, cost control, and variance analysis
• Experience establishing or improving governance frameworks, reporting models, and delivery controls
• Experience working within a PMO environment
• Experience supporting Agile or SAFe delivery models
• Experience working in regulated, public-sector, or large enterprise environments

• Advanced proficiency in MS Project (schedule baselining, tracking, optimization)
• Strong financial modeling and Excel analysis capabilities
• Experience preparing executive-level dashboards and decision-ready reports
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent work streams with competing priorities
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with senior leaders and cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously in complex, fast-paced environments

Please complete your initial application by February 23, 2026
, at 11:00 PM CST. Only candidates selected to proceed to the next stage will be contacted and invited to complete your application package.