Implementation Project Manager Jobs in Oakville, ON

Who We Are:

Every transaction matters. Every Canadian matters. At Interac, we protect both - driving trust, security, and inclusion, so our digital economy thrives.
Founded in 1984, Interac connects Canadians through secure digital payments, advanced identity verification and industry-leading fraud protection. Connecting banks, businesses, and individuals, Interac enables millions to send, receive, and manage money safely and effortlessly every day - across both digital and physical environments.

As the backbone of Canada's financial ecosystem, Interac facilitates over 20 million transactions daily, supported by trusted partnerships with government and financial institutions. Consistently ranked as Canada's most reputable financial technology brand, Interac is deeply embedded in the daily lives of Canadians.

Who You Will Work With:

The vacant Project Manager role will report to the Leader, Card Payments. The Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end project management of technical and business projects, within Interac's Payments product. The Project Manager drives the end-to-end project plan, from building out the specs to liaising directly with external partners, managing the details as well as the big picture. The Project Manager is capable of responding resourcefully to challenging situations and is able to foster a calming influence on others.

What You Will Do:

• End-to-end project management for multiple cross-functional projects supporting the Payments product, varying in size and complexity, including detailed planning, budgeting, reporting, implementation, and change management
• Plan and execute projects as per standard processes and methodology
• Effectively manage change to project scope, and take active leadership in timely decision making
• Manage, measure and report on project scope, schedule, risk and health indicators according to the defined reporting standards, KPIs, governance structure, and rules of engagement.
• Prepare, maintain, and report on project budgets, including leading the tracking and accounting of project-related expenditures.
• Establish project schedules, manage communications and scope and oversee the project delivery
• Drive the project communications to project sponsors and senior management.
• Lead and facilitate project retrospectives and requirement sessions, document outcomes and follow up on actions assigned to ensure completion
• Manage the project resources, and lead project team members, providing administrative oversight of the resources throughout the lifecycle of the project
• Manage vendor or third-party relationships, as required by the needs of the project
• Manage inter-team dependencies and resolve scheduling conflicts for activities that are performed by internal and vendor teams

What You Bring:

• You are decisive and a solution-focused project leader with 3+ years experience managing technical and business projects, preferably in the financial services industry, information technology, product development and/or business transformation.
• You have a university degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent combined relevant work experience and certifications.
• A PMP certification or Scrum Master certification is preferred.
• You have a strong working experience with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, Confluence, Planview PPM.
• You have experience in technology delivery in support of product development and infrastructure projects.
• You are highly detail oriented and meticulous. Your focus is on accomplishing every milestone while ensuring processes are followed and issues are proactively dealt with.
• You are a skilled negotiator and navigator. You respond calmly and resourcefully to challenging situations, roadblocks, conflicts and change requests.
• You have expertise in working closely with internal and external stakeholders to identify business challenges and to develop effective strategies to realise visions and increase adoption.
• You are an outstanding communicator in formal, informal, large, small, verbal and written communications. You can effectively influence and work with people at all levels.
• You can anticipate, understand and respond to the needs of internal and external project partners. You are driven to meet or exceed expectations. You are a forward thinker and can innovate solutions to keep the project - and the business - moving forward.
• You thrive in a changing environment and welcome the opportunity to lead and implement growth and opportunity.
• You can influence work in a multi-functional team environment with rapidly changing priorities under tight deadlines. You are flexible and open to the ideas of others.
• You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust, teamwork, open communication and accountability.
• Eligibility to work for Interac Corp. in Canada in a fulltime capacity.

What We're Offering:

The hiring range for this position is $90,000.00 - $105,000.00, and you will also be eligible for our short-term incentive plan. The exact amount will depend on factors such as skills, experience, and job-related knowledge, but Interac's commitment goes beyond compensation. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support your well-being and future, and includes:

• Generous vacation and wellness days to help you recharge
• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits coverage for peace of mind
• Market-leading employer-funded RRSP program to invest in your future
• Flexible hybrid work model for better work-life balance
• Access to a free and confidential 24/7 employee & family assistance program to offer support for you and your immediate family
• Pregnancy and parental leave top-up to support growing families
• Charitable donation matching with United Way to amplify your impact

Why Join Us?

At Interac, the impact we make, and the people who drive it, is profound. When you become part of our team, you're joining a purpose-driven organization that's shaping the future of digital finance in Canada. Here's what you can expect:

• Investing in the Future - Help us unlock digital prosperity for all Canadians.

• Innovative Thinking - Collaborate on products, practices, and platforms that redefine what's possible.

• Inclusive Culture - Be empowered to bring your whole self to work and realize your full potential.

• Inspiring Community - Work in an ecosystem where we lift each other up and rise together.

• Intentional Support - Enjoy flexible, supportive offerings that prioritize your total wellness.

Additional Pre-Employment Requirements:

To ensure the integrity of our organization, successful candidates will be required to complete background checks, which may include, Canadian Criminal Credit Check, Canadian ID Cross-Check, Public Safety Verification, 5-year Employment Verification, Education Verification, Credit Check, and Social Media Check.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Interac is also an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that innovation thrives when people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives come together. That's why we are committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities for all individuals, without discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, ethnic origin, place of origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital or family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you require accommodation during any stage of the application or recruitment process, please contact us at humanresources@interac.ca. We will work with you to meet your needs.

Please be aware that certain individuals are misusing Interac Corp.'s name and logo to promote fictitious employment opportunities. Interac Corp. never requests, solicits, or accepts any form of payment in exchange for employment. Any such offers are fraudulent and should be disregarded. Interac Corp. assumes no liability for any claims, losses, damages, expenses, or inconveniences arising from or related to these fraudulent activities. Such communications do not constitute an offer or representation by Interac Corp. or its subsidiaries and affiliates.