Senior Project Manager (T & I) (Hybrid)

Work at CBC/Radio-Canada
Behind the scenes, but ahead of the curve: help us develop the next-generation public broadcaster.
Created in 2015 to align, lighten and modernize infrastructure, the Technology and Infrastructure (T & I) team is the backbone and the future forward arm of CBC/Radio-Canada. We are the people that make stuff work. We make connections; between media content, systems, people and places. We are the space in between.
A place with purpose. CBC/Radio-Canada has always been a highly-regarded pioneer of media technology. Not just in Canada, but around the world. Today, we’re transforming ourselves from a conventional radio and television broadcaster into a modern digital media company. Technology is the driving force. T&I is the team making it happen.
This is a hybrid role with the requirement to work in the office 2 days a week.
Your role
As a member of the T&I Governance and Engineering PMO, you will lead complex projects that are at the heart of CBC/Radio-Canada’s mission.
You are an exceptional leader and communicator, with experience in delivering large-scale projects that impact multiple groups and stakeholders. You are able to work with diverse groups of stakeholders and find optimal solutions to seemingly-conflicting needs and requirements. You have solid project management skills and an understanding of what is involved in projects that involve the acquisition, customization, configuration, validation, integration, and transition of business application or infrastructure systems. You use a PMI-based approach, methodologies and documentation for the the projects you lead and have experience working with 3rd party solution providers and internal teams of users, analysts, developers, testers, including customer groups.
The opportunity
CBC/Radio-Canada has several large-scale projects that will impact multiple stakeholder groups, systems, and data.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
Lead the Project

• Promptly address issues and take necessary corrective actions.
• Communicate with, and support clients to enable community support for the project and to solicit input to improve the project;
• Ensure common understanding among stakeholders and provide appropriate and timely information to the steering committee for decision making to ensure effective and efficient project delivery;

Plan the Project

• Governance, Organization, R&R, Benefits, Scope, Stakeholders, Communications, Approach, Risks, Budget, Financial Forecast, Schedule, etc.
• Planning of implementation phase including update/development of project definition documentation.

Organize the Project

• Ensure that project activities operate as per the policies and procedures of CBC/Radio-Canada and comply with all relevant legislation and professional standards.
• Ensure that project methodology is based on best practices.
• Staffing and Team Management in consultation with the steering committee and resource managers.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the project team, instilling strong collaboration and effective communication.

Execute, Monitor & Control

• Establish and implement a benefit measurement process, start measuring early benefits and transfer this practice to a permanent CBC/Radio-Canada committee.
• Project monitoring, controlling, and reporting including scope, change, communications, financials, information, procurement, quality, schedule, risks & issues, quality, and resourcing.
• Identify and evaluate risks associated with project activities and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure that all project records are readily available, accurate and current; develop status reports on the project for management and for stakeholders.
• Ensure that the project operates within the approved budget, schedule and quality criteria.

We Are Looking For a Candidate With The Following

• Negotiation skills (internal and external) - a strong asset
• Strong communication skills: speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques that are appropriate for the audience, situation, and desired outcome
• Functional bilingualism (English/French) - a strong asset
• Experienced / familiar with traditional / waterfall, Agile, and hybrid project methodologies and best practices
• Ability to understand stakeholder needs, navigate seemingly-conflicting requirements, and manage expectations
• Experience in delivering large IT/technology projects
• PMP certification or equivalent
• Strong leadership skills: positively influence others to achieve results that are in the best interest of the organization
• Seven (7) or more years of experience in project/program management, with at least two (2) years on complex / major projects
• Dynamic, collaborative, team-oriented, results-driven
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and training

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.
If this sounds interesting, please click on ''Apply online''. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Job Family
Business Support
Primary Location
Toronto
Position Language Requirement
English Only
Language Skill Level (Reading)
Language Skill Level (Writing)
Language Skill Level (Speaking)
Status of Employment
Contract
Work schedule(s)
Full-time
Job Posting Date
Apr 17, 2023, 10:18:34 AM
Unposting Date
May 1, 2023, 11:59:00 PM