Project Manager, Professional Services

Role overview

This opportunity is being shared for a partner employer, which will handle applications and every subsequent step in the hiring process. The partner is seeking a Project Manager, Professional Services in Canada.

In this role, you will be a key driver of successful client implementations and professional services delivery. You will own projects from initial planning and scope alignment through execution and final handoff, making sure work is delivered with accuracy, efficiency, and strong coordination across stakeholders. The position calls for close partnership with internal teams and external contacts so that schedules, budgets, quality standards, and expectations stay aligned. You will work in a fast-moving, technology-focused setting where you need to balance structure with flexibility while managing several priorities at once. This is a high-impact position where strong organization and leadership directly support customer outcomes and operational performance.

Key responsibilities

• Build and keep updated detailed project plans covering scope, timelines, budgets, resource planning, and success measures in partnership with stakeholders.
• Direct cross-functional project teams by giving guidance, coordination, and support throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Spot project risks early, evaluate their impact, and put mitigation and fallback plans in place to improve delivery outcomes.
• Track project spending, manage budgets, and share accurate financial and progress updates with stakeholders.
• Handle communication and expectation-setting with internal and external stakeholders so everyone stays aligned on objectives, status, and deliverables.
• Lead change control activities and assess how scope changes affect timelines, costs, and staffing.
• Make sure project outputs meet quality standards and customer expectations.
• Keep thorough project records such as plans, reports, capacity forecasts, and post-implementation reviews.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of project management experience, preferably in technology, software, or engineering environments.
• Demonstrated success managing complex, cross-functional projects from kickoff through completion in changing environments.
• Working knowledge of project delivery approaches such as Agile, Waterfall, or Scrum, plus familiarity with the software development life cycle.
• Hands-on experience with project management tools such as Smartsheet, MS Project, or comparable systems.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to turn technical ideas into clear business language.
• Proven leadership and team coordination skills with an emphasis on motivation, collaboration, and performance.
• Excellent organization and prioritization ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability with a practical, solution-focused approach.
• A bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent professional experience; PMP, PRINCE2, or PMI-ACP certification is preferred.

Benefits and additional information

• Compensation is competitive and aligned with experience and market benchmarks.
• The role is fully remote and offers flexibility plus better work-life balance.
• You will work on complex, high-impact professional services projects in a technology-driven environment.
• The position provides exposure to cross-functional teams and a range of client engagements.
• Professional development support is available, including help with project management certifications.
• The team culture is collaborative and inclusive, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and high performance.
• Modern tools and project management systems are provided to support efficient delivery.
• There is a strong emphasis on autonomy, ownership, and career growth within professional services delivery.

Privacy and hiring process

The application flow uses AI-assisted matching to review candidates against the role’s core requirements more quickly and objectively. The best-matching applicants are shortlisted and shared with the hiring company, while interviews, assessments, and final decisions are handled by the employer’s internal team.

By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal data for candidate evaluation and sharing with the hiring employer where legally permitted. This processing may rely on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws, including GDPR. You can exercise rights such as access, correction, deletion, and objection at any time.

Artificial intelligence tools may also be used to support parts of recruitment, including resume review, application analysis, and the identification of possible inconsistencies or verification signals in submitted materials. These tools assist recruiters but do not replace human judgment, and final hiring decisions are made by people. For more information about data handling, you may contact the employer/recruiter.