Senior Project Manager

Permanent Full Time

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Were seeking an accomplished Senior Project Manager to lead complex technology and digital transformation initiatives that deliver strategic business value. This role is responsible for managing high-impact projects from initiation through implementation ensuring successful delivery while aligning outcomes with organizational goals. The Senior Project Manager partners closely with business and technology leaders vendors and project teams to drive execution remove obstacles and achieve results.

About You

Youre a proactive and collaborative leader who thrives in complex environments and excels at stakeholder engagement. You bring a servant-leadership mindset enabling teams to perform at their best while maintaining focus on project objectives. You are comfortable operating at both strategic and tactical levels stepping in when needed to help teams navigate challenges resolve issues and maintain delivery momentum.

Key Responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships with business vendor and technology stakeholders.
• Partner with stakeholders to define project objectives scope and delivery plans.
• Lead large-scale technology and digital transformation projects from initiation through completion.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans schedules budgets and resource forecasts.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution and delivery.
• Manage project risks issues dependencies and change requests proactively.
• Facilitate decision-making and resolve conflicts to keep projects on track.
• Communicate project status key milestones risks and outcomes to stakeholders at all levels.
• Ensure projects are delivered within approved scope budget quality and timelines.
• Monitor project performance and provide reporting against established KPIs and success measures.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance risk management and project delivery standards.
• Support and mentor project team members while promoting project management best practices.
• Champion continuous improvement and high-quality project delivery.
• Ensure teams understand and follow corporate project management methodologies.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science Business MIS or a related field
• PMP certification or equivalent project management designation preferred.
• 710 years of experience managing large-scale technology projects in waterfall agile and hybrid delivery environments.
• Proven success delivering complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Experience managing significant project budgets schedules risks and resource plans.
• Strong leadership communication negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Solid understanding of digital transformation initiatives enterprise technology solutions and agile methodologies.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to balance strategic objectives and day-to-day execution.
• Resilient problem-solver with a collaborative and results-oriented mindset.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively to business and executive audiences.
• Knowledge of insurance systems or policy administration platforms is an asset.

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The base salary for this position is between $79100 - $131800 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Grow with Canada Life

Wereunited by a shared purpose: to improve the financialphysicaland mental well-beingof Canadians. Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country.

Werelooking for people who live our values everyday: we step up we do the right thing and we deliver for our customerscommunitiesand each you someone who always strives to do the right thing who steps up for themselves and others and who delivers with impact Then we want to hear from you!

What we offer:

Were committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Heres what you can expect as a full-time or part-time permanent team member:

• Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement access to industry-leading learning programs and up to$2000 annuallytowardseducation reimbursement.

• Health & Wellness:Flexible health and dental benefitsplus a $5000 mental health benefit to support your well-being.

• Time Off:In addition to regular vacation andpersonal dayswe support communityinvolvement with avolunteer day.

• Financial Security:Company-matching pension planshare ownership program andadditionalinvestment options.

• Rewards and Recognition:Employee recognition programs service milestone celebrations employee discounts and more!
• Emphasis onCommunity:We provide aworkplace whereemployeesfeel connected and supported throughEmployee Resource Groups (ERGs)mentorshipprogramssocialclubsandevents.

Learn moreaboutCanada Life.

Werecommitted to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact. All information provided will be handledin accordance withapplicable laws and Canada Life policies.

Canada Lifewould like to thank all applicants however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

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