Project Manager, PMO

British Columbia Lottery Corporation • Hybrid - Kamloops or Vancouver, BC

1d • CA$107,802 - CA$168,439 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Manager is assigned to lead the execution of large scale, key strategic initiatives that are managed through the Program Management Office (PMO). The role will typically manage several cross-functional activities simultaneously and collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders to ensure timelines and goals are aligned. Standard project methodologies are followed using tools, methods and best practices as defined by the PMO.

Requirements

• The knowledge and skills for this position would typically be acquired through a degree or a four year college diploma in technology;
• 7-10 years of recent experience managing complex, large scale, multi-year technology-based projects;
• Formal project management training or certification such as PMP or PRINCE2. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered;
• Experience working with delivery teams using agile or hybrid methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc).
• In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies and tools including scope management, work breakdown structures and scheduling, risk assessment, decision tree analysis, etc.;
• Excellent 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 and Executive audiences;
• Ability to respond to a high volume of work with multiple concurrent tasks;
• Strong analytical skills including the ability to quickly identify potential risks and develop suitable mitigation strategies;
• The application of appropriate judgment and discretion in the resolution or escalation of project issues and recommendations to Governance;
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teams with competing priorities and deadlines;
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.

Responsibilities

• Leads the execution of large scale, key strategic initiatives that are managed through the Program Management Office (PMO).
• Works with key stakeholders and subject matter experts to create and manage the project plan including clearly defining and communicating project scope, deliverables, budget, and timelines.
• Conducts risk assessment of factors facing the project and creates contingency plans.
• Implements project operating procedures including communication, documentation, quality and change control processes. Also monitors and analyzes planned versus actual project information for scope, schedule, budgets and resources.
• Coordinates dependencies amongst projects, including the coordination of team delivery, the resolution of conflicts, and negotiating to secure priority for project activities.
• Liaising with and managing vendors and contracts including change control and ensuring key deliverables and service levels are met.
• Provides an analysis of project statuses, risks and issues and communicating and/or escalating to Governance for issue resolution.
• Leverage AI to enhance reporting, planning, documentation, and governance processes, reducing manual effort, improving decision-making, and enabling simpler, more effective ways of working.

Benefits

• Defined benefit pension plan which provides a recurring income you can depend on for life throughout retirement
• Flexible working model which supports work-life integration
• Professional development including education/certification sponsorship, in house leadership cohorts, LinkedIn Learning

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree