Manager, Project Delivery - Edmonton, Canada - EPCOR

EPCOR

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Highlights of the job

We are hiring a full time, permanent
Manager, Project Delivery position working out of Edmonton, AB.

As the Manager, Project Delivery, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire lifecycle of major projects within Application Services.

Duties include adhering to Information Services' System Delivery Life Cycle processes, collaborating with IT and EPCOR business teams to develop project charters, assembling project teams, planning, monitoring schedules and costs, and actively participating in procurement and project closure activities.

Additionally, you'll provide financial oversight and governance for projects, ensuring successful outcomes within typical time spans ranging from 3 to 12 months.

What you'd be responsible for

Project Initiation

Identify the necessary budget, resources, and staff required to deliver projects
Plan and source project resources, and schedule these resources in alignment with the project timelines, budget and delivery dates
Define a work breakdown structure that includes key milestones, phases, and deadlines
Anticipate both management and technical risks (challenges and obstacles) and identify effective mitigations and preventative actions to ensure delivery of projects
Identify success criteria for projects while considering both business and IT needs
Identify project operational impacts and plan a successful transition to operations

Operational Excellence

Ensure adherence to processes, procedures and standards (i.e. Information Services System Delivery Life Cycle processes, Supply Chain sourcing practices)
Collaborate with the Project Management Office (PMO) to optimize the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) by identifying and implementing process enhancements, ensuring streamlined and efficient service delivery

Execution

Ensure that work is completed safely and efficiently
Ensure that projects stay on track, adhere to plans, and project goals are achieved
Ensure the quality of deliverables produced by project teams and direct reports
Verify appropriate financial reporting requirements are met throughout the project life cycle
Resolve issues to unblock the project team and escalate appropriately to the DM, steering committee
Ensure stakeholders, steering committees, and IS leadership are informed of project status

Talent

Create capable, committed, and highperforming team(s)
Identify training plans for direct reports and project teams
Conduct employee performance reviews; ensure direct reports are held accountable for achieving results, demonstrating required behaviors while providing input and feedback for project teams
Identify staffing needs and work with the Project Management Office and/or Human Resources to establish a recruitment plan

Relationships

Build and maintain effective crossfunctional relationships to seek information or create effective solutions
Consult with IT and stakeholders to create understanding about issues, concerns, or opportunities

Collaboration

Build trust and strong working relationships with business and IT stakeholders
Collaborate with colleagues to resolve issues or concerns
Effectively coordinate with other project and operational teams as needed to create shared environment and resource plans
Provide technical insights and expertise to support decisionmaking

What's required to be successful

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Computer Engineering/System Technology or related fields such as Engineering, Business, Information System, or Physical Sciences
Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certifications are considered an asset
10+ years of experience within the IT industry, which includes a minimum of 5 years of IT related project management experience
Proficiency in navigating the System Delivery Life Cycle (SDLC). Understands the intricacies of project development from inception to deployment
Deep understanding of the entire project lifecycle—from initiation to closure. Proficiency in methodologies such as Agile and Waterfall allows effective planning, resource allocation, and timely project delivery
Adept at assessing project risks, implementing risk mitigation strategies, and ensuring quality throughout the project lifecycle
Well developed understanding of IS and Supply Chain sourcing practices and mechanisms available; these include Request for Proposal (RFP), Master Service and Procurement Justifications
Proven track record of effective operational and project management. Overseeing of projects, coordinating teams, and ensuring successful outcomes
Solid understanding of financial accounting principles; ability to recognize the financial impact of project decisions
Create concise and informative status reports and steering committee presentations to ensure transparency and alignment with project goals
Demonstrated expertise in successfully managing and delivering