Apex Systems

Job#: 2080336

Job Description:

Project manager

Apex Systems is a global IT services provider, and our staffing practice has an opening for a Project Manager with 5+ years’ experience with a focus in data and analytics, migration exposure, digital transformation and/or ERP experience, a history with stakeholder manager and project financials, to place at our client an Enterprise Fleet Management company.

Client: Enterprise Fleet Management Company

Terms: Full time

Location: 3 days hybrid, Mississauga, ON

Application Process: It is best to apply via the medium on which you are seeing this posting. If you encounter technical difficulties submitting your resume, please send a Word version of your resume to Cole Edwards at cedwards@apexsystems.com . Please reference Project Manager

Responsibilities:

• Project Management - Plans and manages the daily activities of the project team. Facilitate the definition of project scope, goals, and deliverables. Create and maintain the necessary project artefacts in accordance with the project delivery framework. Develop strategic project plans, managing high risk projects ensuring alignment to business objective. Create detailed project schedule and implementation plan. Ability to manage projects in multiple delivery frameworks such as waterfall and agile. Works with other project managers, vendors and internal team to create project estimation using the standard costing tool (AFE) used at Element.
• Stakeholder and Relationship Management - Define project governance and communication cadence. Establish project roles and responsibilities along with stakeholder engagement plan. Onboard project resources, manage resource allocation, provide direction and support to the project team. Exercise significant autonomy in decision-making, often influencing organizational strategy and project direction.
• Financial & Health Reporting - Develop, manage, and report on project budget. Monitor and report on the progress of projects to all impacted stakeholders. Present and review project health status, progress, risk, issues, and decision log.
• Risk & Compliance - Adhere to project change control process by managing project changes and suitable mitigation measures. Develops and ensures compliance with project management policies including weekly reporting and alignment with stakeholders on project performance metrics
• Team - Actively participate in the ongoing development of project management fundamentals through contributing to the Project Management Centre of Excellence (PMCoE) by sharing best practices, tools, providing mentorship and support.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, computer science or related field
• Professional certification such as Project Management Profession (PMP), Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) would be an asset
• 5+ years of relevant project management experience in the IT sector often including leadership roles
• Experience with ERP implementation or Digital transformation or Data and Analytics OR Migrations
• Experience of managing projects/program size of over $5M
• Experience of managing end-to-end delivery from inception to closure and supporting business with client rollout, managing change and go-to-market strategy
• Expert knowledge in the discipline of project management including related best practices, development lifecycles and supporting tools
• Demonstrated experience managing projects leveraging frameworks from Waterfall to Agile
• Proven experience with people resource management and vendor management
• Proficient in project management software and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to develop and execute a work plan to ensure all required activities are performed

Interview Process: We are working directly with the hiring manager on this position. Interviews will take place the week of July 7

This a great opportunity to join a large enterprise insurance firm, who has been recognized as a top employer and join a value led organization where you can bring your passion and ambition to the forefront.

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EEO Employer

Apex is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystemsinc.com or 844-463-6178.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystems.com or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.