Job Title: IT Project Manager Location: Toronto, ON Duration: 6 Months Remote or Onsite: Hybrid
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated IT Project Manager to join our team. As an IT Project Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing various technology projects within our organization. Your responsibilities will include acting as a Scrum Master, facilitating the transition of our tech team to work in a Scrum framework, and providing program management for our Eliminate, Simplify, Automate program.
Responsibilities:
Act as a Scrum Master: Guide and coach the tech team in adopting and implementing Scrum principles and practices. Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Ensure the team adheres to Scrum processes and continuously improves their efficiency and effectiveness.
Transition the tech team to work in Scrum: Lead the transition of our tech team from traditional project management methodologies to the Scrum framework. Collaborate with stakeholders to define project goals, scope, and deliverables. Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and budgets. Monitor project progress and ensure timely delivery of high-quality results.
Program management for the Eliminate, Simplify, Automate program: Oversee the implementation of the Eliminate, Simplify, Automate program, which aims to streamline and automate our business processes. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and automation. Develop and execute program plans, including resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder communication. Monitor program performance and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Proven experience as an IT Project Manager, preferably in an Agile/Scrum environment.
Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
Strong understanding of Scrum principles and practices, with the ability to guide and coach teams in their adoption.
Experience in transitioning teams from traditional project management methodologies to Agile/Scrum.
Demonstrated expertise in program management, including planning, execution, and monitoring.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering high-quality results.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
Knowledge of process improvement methodologies and automation tools is a plus.
About Us: Established in 2004, SPECTRAFORCE® is one of the largest and fastest-growing diversity-owned staffing firms in the US. The growth of our company is a direct result of our global client service delivery model that is powered by our state-of-the-art A.I. proprietary talent acquisition platform, robust ISO 9001:2015/ISO 27001 certified processes, and strong and passionate client engaged teams. We have built our business by providing talent and project-based solutions, including Contingent, Permanent, and Statement of Work (SOW) services to over 140 clients in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and India. Key industries that we service include Technology, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Telecom, Retail, Utilities and Transportation. SPECTRAFORCE is built on a concept of “human connection,” defined by our branding attitude of NEWJOBPHORIA®, which is the excitement of bringing joy and freedom to the work lifestyle so our people and clients can reach their highest potential. Learn more at: http://www.spectraforce.com
Benefits: SPECTRAFORCE offers a Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Program to all eligible employees. Additionally, our employee discount program provides exclusive access to thousands of discounts on travel, entertainment, and more. SPECTRAFORCE offers unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave, paid holidays, and paid vacation as required by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other prohibited grounds as identified by provincial or territorial law. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation.
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $60.00/hr.
