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Title posted on CareerBeacon - Project Manager
Posted on December 18, 2024 by Employer details Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM)
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9499BR - Project ManagerHalifax 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 2SLGBTQ+ 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:Under the direction of the Manager, Project Management Office (as assigned):Plans, coordinates, organizes, directs and controls project activities to achieve the desired resultsProvides leadership and advice in expert areas to the project sponsor/sManages 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 satisfactionPrepares cost estimates and project budgetsIdentifies, negotiates for and attains required resources (people, equipment, space, consultants, etc.)Builds teamsLeads the project team by motivating, managing and providing guidance/coaching (technical & performance) to team members and setting work schedulesDirects and co-ordinates technical employees or consultants in the preparation of studies, designs, plans, specifications and cost estimatesDefines and manages project scopeResolves client issues and manages client expectations regarding the projectIdentifies project risk factors in a timely manner and develops appropriate risk mitigation strategies (including contingency planning)Monitors and controls project timeline, budgets and deliverablesMaintains accurate and complete records, and reports on all operational and contractual matters monthly, or more frequently as requiredConducts project status meetingsPromotes strong customer service and ensures that high standards of customer service and satisfaction are achievedPrepares 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 positionEnsures adherence to quality standards and appropriate technical documentation through all phases of the projectEnsures high standards of ethical and professional conduct within the projectEstablishes and maintains positive and effective working relations with Halifax Regional Municipality management and staff, members of Council and the general publicMonitors and evaluates the performance of project staffAddresses project performance issuesManages complex stakeholder relationshipsWorks with the Steering Committee and Business Units in the development of new processes and policy relative to benefits realization, customer service and information managementEnsures that the highest level of integration with other corporate tools and systems is achievedAchieve business and project objectivesQUALIFICATIONSEducation and Experience:Under- LocationHalifax, NS
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$88,690YEAR annually
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CareerBeacon #MB2412068314
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