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Quadbridge is a fast-growing North American IT solutions provider, empowering businesses to navigate complex challenges daily, through strong partnerships with leading technology providers and close collaboration with our team and customers. With locations in Kitchener, Montreal and Vancouver, we strive to create an energetic, fun workplace where ambitious, like-minded teammates collaborate, innovate, and thrive as we continue to grow our national footprint.

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We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of strategic technology transformation initiatives across our Services portfolio. This individual will be responsible for managing complex consulting and professional services engagements involving Modern Infrastructure, Modern Work, Security, Azure Cloud, Data & Analytics, and AI solutions.

The ideal candidate combines exceptional project management discipline with strong leadership, business acumen, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced, customer-focused environments. They will serve as a trusted advisor to clients, lead cross-functional delivery teams, drive executive stakeholder engagement, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, on budget, and aligned with desired business outcomes.

This role requires a collaborative and adaptable leader who is comfortable managing multiple concurrent projects, navigating ambiguity, and supporting the delivery of transformational initiatives across diverse industries and customer environments.

This role reports to the Technical Team Lead.

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex technology projects
• Manage multiple concurrent projects across Modern Infrastructure, Modern Work, Security, Azure, Data & AI solution areas.
• Develop and maintain project charters, project plans, schedules, budgets, RAID logs, scope documents, and communication plans.
• Ensure projects are delivered according to agreed scope, timeline, budget, quality standards, and business objectives.
• Manage project governance, stakeholder communications, risk management, issue resolution, and change control processes.
• Apply Agile, Hybrid, and Waterfall delivery methodologies as appropriate.
• Monitor project health, dependencies, and resource capacity while proactively addressing delivery risks.
• Facilitate project working sessions, governance reviews, steering committee meetings, and executive presentations.

Client Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary delivery lead for customer stakeholders and executive sponsors.
• Build trusted advisor relationships with business and technology leaders.
• Ensure alignment between business objectives and project outcomes.
• Manage customer expectations through proactive communication and transparent governance.
• Drive customer satisfaction and identify opportunities to enhance business value.

Financial & Operational Management

• Manage project budgets, forecasts, profitability, and resource allocation.
• Track project milestones, contractual obligations, and statement of work deliverables.
• Support revenue forecasting, invoicing, and project financial reporting.
• Ensure effective utilization of project resources and adherence to delivery standards.
• Maintain accurate project documentation throughout the engagement lifecycle.

Team Leadership

• Lead multidisciplinary delivery teams including:
• Infrastructure Architects
• Cloud Engineers
• Security Consultants
• Data Engineers
• AI Specialists
• Change Management and Adoption Consultants
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Escalate resource constraints and project risks appropriately while driving resolution.

Governance & Reporting

• Maintain project dashboards, executive summaries, and status reporting.
• Communicate project progress, risks, financial performance, and key milestones to stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to PMO standards, delivery frameworks, and organizational best practices.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across project delivery methodologies and tools.

Solution Areas

The successful candidate will have experience managing projects involving one or more of the following solution domains:

Modern Infrastructure

• Data Center Modernization
• Hybrid Infrastructure Solutions
• Server and Storage Deployments
• Virtualization Platforms
• Backup & Disaster Recovery
• Business Continuity Planning
• Network Transformation
• Infrastructure Optimization and Consolidation

Modern Work

• Digital Workplace Transformation
• Collaboration Platforms
• Content and Document Management
• Productivity Solutions
• Adoption and Change Management
• Automation and Workflow Solutions

Security

• Identity and Access Management
• Endpoint Security
• Security Operations and Monitoring
• Threat Detection and Response
• Governance, Risk & Compliance
• Data Protection and Information Governance
• Zero Trust Initiatives
• Security Assessments and Remediation Programs

Azure Cloud

• Cloud Migration and Modernization
• Cloud Infrastructure Services
• Cloud-Native Solutions
• Virtual Desktop Solutions
• Backup & Disaster Recovery
• Governance and Cost Optimization
• Hybrid Cloud Implementations
• Cloud Security and Operations

Data & AI

• Data Platform Modernization
• Data Warehousing
• Data Governance
• Business Intelligence and Analytics
• Artificial Intelligence Initiatives
• Generative AI Projects
• AI Readiness and Strategy Programs

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of project management experience within a technology consulting, systems integration, managed services, or professional services organization.
• 5+ years managing infrastructure, cloud, security, workplace transformation, data, or AI-related projects.
• Proven experience leading complex technology transformation initiatives.
• Experience managing projects with budgets exceeding $250,000.
• Demonstrated success managing cross-functional technical and business teams.
• Strong understanding of project governance, financial management, stakeholder engagement, and service delivery best practices.

Nice-to-have:

Project Management Certifications

• PMP (Project Management Professional)
• PRINCE2 Practitioner
• PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
• SAFe Agilist

Technical Certifications

• Azure Administrator or Azure Solutions Architect
• Cloud Platform Certifications
• Security Certifications (CISSP, CISM, Security+ or equivalent)
• Data, Analytics, or AI Certifications
• ITIL Foundation or IT Service Management Certifications

Preferred Skills & Competencies

Leadership & Relationship Management

• Strong executive presence and professionalism.
• Ability to build trusted advisor relationships with client executives and stakeholders.
• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and lead without direct authority.
• Strong coaching and mentoring capabilities.

Communication & Collaboration

• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, business leaders, and executive stakeholders.
• Strong facilitation and workshop leadership capabilities.
• Proven ability to build alignment across diverse stakeholder groups.

Adaptability & Agility

• Thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments with competing priorities and evolving client requirements.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability when managing changing project scope, timelines, and business priorities.
• Comfortable operating in environments with ambiguity and rapidly evolving technologies.
• Maintains composure and sound judgment during critical project escalations.
• Successfully balances multiple concurrent projects while maintaining delivery excellence.
• Acts as a change leader who guides customers and teams through transformational initiatives.
• Embraces continuous learning and quickly adapts to emerging technologies, industry trends, and evolving customer needs.

Problem Solving & Execution

• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Proactive approach to identifying risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies.
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on measurable business outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex delivery challenges while maintaining customer confidence.

Business Acumen

• Strong understanding of professional services delivery and project financial management.
• Experience balancing customer satisfaction, project profitability, risk management, and resource utilization.
• Ability to align technology initiatives with strategic business objectives.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and professional experience will be considered.

Success Metrics

Success in this role will be measured by:

• On-time and on-budget project delivery
• Customer satisfaction and stakeholder feedback
• Project profitability and margin attainment
• Effective risk and issue management
• Resource utilization and delivery efficiency
• Quality of executive communications and governance
• Achievement of customer business outcomes and adoption objectives

Why Quadbridge:

• Invest in Your Future – Benefit from our RRSP program to help you plan ahead
• Grow With Us – Take advantage of ongoing professional training and development opportunities.
• Comprehensive Coverage – A complete health, dental, life, STD and LTD insurance plan
• Top-Tier Equipment – We provide everything you need to do your best work.
• A Vibrant Workplace – Join us for monthly social and team building events.
• Bring Your Best Friend – Our offices are pet-friendly!

Quadbridge is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in compliance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and Employment Equity Act. If you require accommodations under the applicable Canadian laws during the interview process, please inform us, and we will ensure your needs are met

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Full-time, permanent, Hybrid or Remote

Salary Range: $100,000 to $115,000 + bonus

Application Deadline: Applications reviewed on a rolling basis.

This posting is for a newly created role.

We may use technology, including AI tools, to support aspects of the recruitment process.