Project Manager, Information Technology

County of Essex•Town of Essex, ON

2d•CA$101,320 - CA$124,394•Onsite

About The Position

The County of Essex is seeking an Information Technology Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of enterprise-wide technology projects while supporting the County's digital transformation initiatives. This role involves leading strategic technology initiatives and bringing together people, processes, and technology to deliver innovative solutions. The County of Essex is an upper-tier municipality serving 193,000 residents and delivering shared services across Windsor-Essex, offering a blend of urban and rural living with competitive benefits and professional development opportunities in a culture rooted in respect and inclusivity.

Requirements

University degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or a related field
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Minimum of three (3) years of progressive experience in project and portfolio management.
Demonstrated experience conducting workplace investigations and supporting employee and labour relations matters.
Experience supporting organizational development initiatives, leadership development, policy development, and organizational Experience leading enterprise technology projects from initiation through implementation.
Experience supporting digital transformation initiatives.
3–5 years of experience in resource and capacity planning.
Minimum of two years administering Project and Portfolio Management (PPM) tools.
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, governance frameworks, and portfolio management.
Demonstrated experience with Project and Portfolio Management software.
Strong analytical, planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
Strong understanding of business analysis principles and project management practices.
Knowledge of Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) standards.
Understanding of information privacy, cybersecurity, and technology governance.
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
A valid Class “G” Ontario driver’s license and access to a reliable personal vehicle for work-related purposes.
Ability to provide a Ministry of Transportation Driver Abstract
Must provide a Police Information Check (PIC)

Nice To Haves

Municipal or public sector experience is considered an asset.
Experience providing project leadership, coordination, or mentoring is considered an asset.
Municipal sector experience is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Plan, execute, monitor, and oversee complex technology projects to ensure delivery aligns with approved scope, schedule, and budget.
Coordinate project activities, monitor milestones, and proactively manage project risks, issues, and dependencies.
Provide leadership and accountability throughout the project lifecycle while promoting standardized project management practices.
Support the development and ongoing operation of the County's Project Management Office.
Establish project intake, evaluation, prioritization, and governance processes.
Facilitate project governance meetings and provide accurate portfolio reporting to support organizational decision-making.
Develop and maintain resource management and capacity planning practices across the project portfolio.
Monitor resource utilization and forecast future project resource requirements.
Collaborate with leadership to balance project demand with available resources.
Standardize project planning methodologies, documentation, reporting, and governance practices.
Administer Project and Portfolio Management (PPM) tools and develop dashboards, KPIs, and portfolio reporting.
Monitor project performance and support benefits realization across strategic initiatives.
Support governance and lifecycle planning for digital and physical technology assets.
Assist with long-term technology planning and budget management related to technology assets.
Build strong relationships with business stakeholders across the organization.
Develop communication strategies and support organizational change management initiatives.
Coordinate transition planning, end-user training, and adoption activities to ensure successful implementation of new technology solutions.