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Job Description LeverageTek is actively seeking a Project Manager for a 12-month contract with its Ottawa-based customer. Work Location Remote Security Requirement Must hold a Government of Canada Enhanced Reliability Clearance. Key Tasks Prepare and maintain Project Charter, Project Plan and Resource plans; Prepare and maintain RAID logs and work with Business Lead to ensure mitigation actions are defined and followed; Lead the full project lifecycle from initiation to closure, including project planning, resource allocation, risk management, and quality assurance within previously agreed time, cost and performance parameters; Define project objectives, scope, deliverables and budgetary requirements in collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring alignment with organizational goals; Develop and maintain detailed project plans, visual diagrams, schedules, and budgets, and monitor progress against established milestones; Conduct regular project status meetings, prepare progress reports, report progress of the project on an ongoing basis and at scheduled points in the life cycle; Stay current with emerging technologies and project management tools, industry trends, and best practices in IT project management; Assist the Delivery lead for overall project delivery and coordinate fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment; Facilitate effective communication and ensure stakeholders are informed about project status, risks, and changes; Track and monitor go-live, UAT readiness and transition activities; and Support development of project management procedures and tools, evaluate project outcomes, conduct post-implementation reviews, and identify lessons learned for future projects.

Key Qualifications 10+ years of proven End-to-End IT Project Delivery Experience Experience delivering or supporting Databricks implementation or other enterprise data platform initiatives (large scale data migrations) Strong expertise in project management methodologies, including PMP or PRINCE2, with hands-on experience in SDLC and Agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum, Kanban), and the ability to operate effectively in both structured and iterative environments while bringing process discipline and adaptability, particularly within IT and data-focused projects. Qualifications Post-secondary degree/diploma in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience; PMP or PRINCE2 certification; Proven experience as an IT Project Manager; Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques; Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies and experience working with agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum, Kanban); Proficiency in project management software, collaboration tools, and Microsoft Office suite; and Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing priorities. Assets Experience as an IT Project Manager in a government or public sector environment

Hourly Rate Negotiable This is an existing position vacancy. About LeverageTek Staffing Solutions Founded in 2003, LeverageTek provides end-to-end, cross-functional staffing solutions throughout North America. We are a trusted partner to leading private and public sector organizations and experts in talent solutions that create optimal business outcomes.

Don't let our name fool you. Our roots are in technology, but we are also a proven leader in accounting and finance, sales and marketing, human resources, supply chain, and legal talent acquisition. We offer contract and permanent staffing, executive search, talent mapping, management consultancy, and contractor payroll management.

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