Project Manager x 2 positions

• Location: Vancouver, British Columbia
• Type: Contract
• Job #11612

MatchBox Consulting Group is urgently searching for a Project Manager for a 12- month contract role for our BC based public sector client. This is a remote position with a preference for a Vancouver or Kamloops based candidate. The role is 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm Pacific Time.

Pay Rate: $90.00 to $110.00/hour

Qualifications
 

• College degree or diploma in Technology.
• Formal Project Management education or certification including Project Management Professional (PMP), PRINCE2, or equivalent master’s certificate.
• Recent, related experience in a leadership capacity, including the ability to lead and motivate a team, delegate tasks, and provide guidance and support to agile team members throughout the project lifecycle.
• Familiarity with managing projects in kanban/agile style and utilizing work management tools such as Jira.
• In depth knowledge of project management methodologies and tools including scope management, work breakdown structures and scheduling, risk assessment, decision tree analysis, etc.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including the ability to translate business requirements into functional scope and specifications, and the ability to communicate complicated technical issues to technical, non-technical, Steering Committee, and Executive audiences.
• Strong analytical skills including the ability to quickly identify potential issues and risks and craft innovative solutions.
• The application of appropriate judgment and discretion in the resolution or escalation of project issues and recommendations to Steering Committee or Executive.
• Excellent time management skills to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and ensure timely completion of project deliverables.
• Experience with the gaming industry.
• Experience working with a Crown corporation.
• Experience with Evergreen IT and managing technical debt.
• Demonstrated experience with moderate to large technical implementations, preferably in the Identity & Access Management, Networking Systems, and Information Security spaces.

Scope of Duties

• Project Planning: developing project plans, defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Resource Allocation: assigning tasks to agile team members, allocating resources effectively to ensure project success.
• Scheduling: creating project schedules, setting timelines, and monitoring progress to ensure timely completion.
• Budget Management: estimating project costs, managing budgets, and controlling expenses throughout the project lifecycle.
• Risk Management: identifying potential risks, assessing their impact, and developing mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions to the project.
• Communication: keeping stakeholders informed about project progress, milestones, and any issues that may arise.
• Team Leadership: providing guidance, motivation, and direction to agile team members, fostering collaboration, and ensuring high performance.
• Quality Assurance: monitoring project deliverables to ensure they meet quality standards and align with project requirements.
• Problem Solving: addressing issues and conflicts that arise during the project, finding solutions to keep the project on track.
• Documentation: maintaining accurate project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and meeting minutes, for future reference and auditing purposes.

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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