Program Manager

• Location: Calgary, Alberta
• Type: Contract
• Job #14041

MatchBox Consulting Group is currently seeking an Program Manager for an 18 month contract role with a client of ours located in Calgary.

Responsibilities:

• Develop an overall execution plan for the program.
• Manage and coordinate the interdependencies between the IT projects and sub-projects to ensure alignment.
• Engage with the other program managers and program stakeholders to understand their needs and expectations, ensuring these are met throughout the program lifecycle.
• Collaborate with other program managers, project sponsors, business leaders, cross-functional business teams, project managers, and REM IT Delivery Leads to develop scope, deliverables, resources, work plans, budgets, and timelines for initiatives.
• Coordinate activities across REM IT projects and to manage delivery on Initiative goals and cross-project dependencies.
• Liaise with other business leaders in the organization to ensure effective and efficient program delivery.
• Identify and analyze potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to address them.
• Provide quick resolution to issues and support REM IT Delivery leads.
• Facilitate quick decision-making with IT leadership governance and business governance.
• Ensure resources are allocated efficiently across projects to maximize productivity and minimize costs.
• Manage the program budget.
• Vendor Performance Management.
• Program coordination of RFPs.
• Review of SOWs, MSAs and MSSAs.
• Monitor and support the vendor implementation plans and vendor resources.
• Ensure vendor implementation plans are coordinated with internal project plans.
• Track the progress of program milestones and adjust as necessary to ensure successful completion.
• Integrate risk-based decision-making, prioritization, and delivery of the program to meet commitments related to schedule, scope, quality, and cost
•  Prepare and present detailed reports on program status, defining plans, and issue resolutions to appropriate management levels.
• Communicate with all key program stakeholders to gain support for the program and solicit input for improvement.
• Support Market Participant readiness activities.
• Support internal stakeholder readiness activities.
• Manage cutover activities and transition to production.
• Develop a comprehensive transition to support plan to ensure effective post-implementation support across REM IT projects and subprojects.

Requirements:

• 15+ years of program management and/or project management experience, preferably in the IT system implementation space.
• Experience in electricity, utilities, or energy related fields would be preferred.
• Technical knowledge relating to understanding the client’s mandate, wholesale electricity markets, and regulatory processes is an asset.
• Leadership skills to motivate teams and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Experience and knowledge of change management principles and methodologies to ensure stakeholder buy-in.
• Experience managing multiple cross-functional projects to implement new and complex business lines.
• Adaptability and resilience to respond to evolving priorities and timelines.
• Effective communicator with strong written and oral communication skills.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com