Project Manager/ Business Analyst

Must be residing in Alberta or BC

Must have experience working for a fast paced tech firm or credit union or small financial/insurance firm that is either SaaS Platform or scalable software platform product based

Job Title: Senior IT Project Manager/Business Analyst

As a Senior IT Project Manager/Business Analyst, you will play a critical role in leading and overseeing IT projects of significant scale and complexity. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and technical experts to gather requirements, define project scope, and ensure the successful execution of projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in project management and business analysis, deep knowledge of IT solutions, and the ability to align technology initiatives with business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Leadership and Management:

o Lead and manage complex IT projects, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

o Define project objectives, scope, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.

o Develop comprehensive project plans, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.

o Provide strategic guidance and mentorship to project teams, fostering collaboration and high-performance culture.

o Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.

2. Business Analysis and Requirements Gathering:

o Collaborate with stakeholders to elicit, analyze, and document business requirements for IT solutions.

o Conduct in-depth analysis of business processes, systems, and user needs to identify optimal technology solutions.

o Develop functional requirements, use cases, and user stories to guide development efforts.

o Work closely with technical teams to ensure alignment between business requirements and technical deliverables.

o Conduct user acceptance testing to validate IT solutions and ensure they meet defined requirements.

3. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:

o Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including business users, executive sponsors, and technical teams.

o Conduct regular meetings, presentations, and communication channels to provide project updates and gather feedback.

o Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure effective alignment between business objectives and IT solutions.

o Act as a trusted advisor, providing strategic recommendations and guidance on IT strategies and solutions.

4. Quality Assurance and Risk Management:

o Establish and implement quality assurance processes to ensure the delivery of high-quality IT solutions.

o Conduct thorough testing, validation, and documentation of IT deliverables to ensure they meet defined requirements.

o Identify, assess, and proactively manage project risks and issues to mitigate potential impacts.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT project management and business analysis roles, with at least 5 years in a senior position.

• Strong understanding of IT solutions, software development lifecycle, and industry best practices.

• Proven track record in successfully managing complex IT projects, adhering to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

• Extensive experience in business analysis, requirements gathering, process analysis, and documentation.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Proficient in project management methodologies, tools, and techniques (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).

• Certifications such as PMP, CBAP, or similar are highly desirable.