Project Manager, IT

Job Description

Reporting to the Director, PMO, the Project Manager be responsible for overseeing the successful completion of a variety of complex IT projects with cross-functional operational impact our LTC, Home Care, and Home Health divisions. The Project Manager will be a hands-on leader, responsible for leading the full project lifecycle management.

 

This position will be located at our Head Office in Markham, Ontario. Extendicare offers a hybrid working environment.

Accountabilities

• The Project Manager will be responsible for leading multiple simultaneous projects and will require a high degree of skill in prioritization and problem-solving.
• Accountable for all project objectives which may include vendor contracting and management, solution design and implementation, communication and change management planning.
• The Project Manager will be required to lead the stakeholder engagement activities and lead cross-functional meetings, obtaining buy in from all key stakeholders.
• Responsible for identifying all project risks and working collaboratively with Internal and external vendor teams in developing and implementing risk management plans.
• Communicate key project milestones, timelines, and updates to all key stakeholders across the organization from operations to senior leadership.
• Build and maintain professional partnerships with internal business partners and support teams, that are characterized by shared responsibility and success, open communication, and transparency.
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Hands-on project leader, able to apply critical thinking, understand complex situations, and drive solutions that help achieve project objectives.
• Highly organized, with superior communication skills and the ability to clearly communicate to various stakeholders.
• Post-secondary degree in relevant field; preference will be given to candidates possessing degrees in Business Administration.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills, with proven competence in using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Teams/SharePoint and PowerPoint.
• Critical thinker with a problem-solving focused approach; Able to make sense of data and use a data-driven approach to problem-solving.
• Proven conflict resolution, and negotiation skills with the ability to operate at a strategic level to develop and achieve shared goals and organizational objectives.
• Collaborative and self-driven, with the ability to work well and communicate with individuals at all levels of an organization.
• Team player who fosters a collaborative work environment, working with others to achieve shared team goals and organizational objectives.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and to pivot quickly given changing industry trends and priorities.
• History of executing projects pertaining to; CCTV, Telephony, network installations, Office 365, software deployments, and hardware refresh.
• Experience with electrical and low voltage drawings, new site construction, and budget forecasting, and in-field project management.
• Occasional travel to sites, homes, and new locations.
  
  

At Extendicare, We Believe That Working As a Team Creates An Environment That Allows Us To Reach Our Potential. We Value Each Employee, Encourage Equal Opportunity For Growth And Recognize Achievement. As a Valued Member Of Our Team, You Can Expect

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
• Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Robust benefits package.
  
  

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of more than 100 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of more than 20,000 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

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Time Type

Full time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare!

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.