Project Manager

D2L•Toronto, ON

12h•CA$82,000 - CA$100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

D2L is a cloud company that is modernizing education and building the Future of Work. The old models of teaching and learning are in the midst of the largest transformation in history, and D2L is at the heart of that fundamental shift. New models of teaching and learning enable a personalized, student-centric experience – and deliver improved retention, engagement, satisfaction, and results for learners of all ages – in schools, campuses, and companies. D2L is disrupting the way the world learns, by providing the next generation learning environment and solutions to engage and inspire learners. And most importantly, by giving customers a platform that is easy, flexible, and smart. No other company provides a solution as robust and innovative as D2L. D2L has had a singular mission for 25 years and is dedicated to that same mission in the years ahead: to transform the way the world learns – and by doing so, we will help improve human potential globally. Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team - yes, a real person looks at your resume! While we use AI tools internally to streamline tasks like meeting notes, summaries, and administrative work, these tools never rank resumes, make hiring decisions, or influence candidate evaluations.

Requirements

Self-starter
Ability to perform requested tasks autonomously
Ability to quickly learn and embrace new technologies/process improvements
Attention to detail and commitment to see projects through to the end
Motivate and inspire project team to put forth their best effort
Develop and foster professional relationships with the project team and stakeholders
Leverage AI and automation tools to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and deliver data-backed project insights
Maintain a high level of emotional intelligence
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and organizational skills
Strong negotiation and conflict resolutions skills
Effective time management and prioritization
2+ years of working in a client facing environment.
2+ years of experience with instructional design, course development, program management, and web development life cycle is highly beneficial.
Advanced Microsoft program skills, including knowledge of Pivot Tables and PowerPoint.
Advanced SmartSheet skills including creating custom dashboards for reporting

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (French) is an asset
Experience using AI tools for project management or reporting automation considered an asset
Experience working in Salesforce, OpenAir, and PowerBI are considered an asset
Project Management certification; PMP or CAPM (or equivalent experience) considered an asset
Post-secondary degree or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

Develop comprehensive project plans, including details on project scope, objectives, deliverables, and prepare timelines, communication plans, and resourcing.
Support the project teams, collaborate with client stakeholders to identify project requirements and establish clear project goals.
Allocate and manage project resources efficiently.
Leverage AI project management tools to enhance scheduling accuracy, forecast project trends, identify potential risks, and streamline documentation.
Monitor resource utilization to ensure optimal productivity and utilization.
Lead and motivate project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
Assign tasks, provide guidance, and facilitate effective communication among team members.
Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Proactively address issues and obstacles that may arise during project execution to minimize disruptions and ensure timely delivery.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including clients, internal teams, and external vendors.
Regularly communicate project status, progress, and updates to ensure alignment and manage expectations.
Monitor project budgets and proactively mitigate trending project overages.
Report monthly to leadership on finance on project metrics.
Prepare project reports, status updates, and documentation to keep stakeholders informed.
Maintain accurate project records, including documentation of decisions, changes, and approvals.
Continuously explore AI-assisted innovations that enhance productivity, reduce manual effort, and support data-driven decision making across the project lifecycle.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams as required.
Assist with various special projects for stakeholders as required.

Benefits

Wellness Subsidy
Equity Grants
Variable Incentive
Flexible work arrangements
Learning and Growth opportunities
Tuition reimbursement of up to $4,000 CAD for continuing education through our SkillsWave Program
2 Paid Days off for SkillsWave-related activities like exams or final assignments
Employee wellbeing (Access to mental health services, EFAP program, financial planning and more)
Retirement planning
2 Paid Volunteer Days
Competitive Benefits Package
Home Internet Reimbursements
Employee Referral Program
Wellness Reimbursement
Employee Recognition
Social Events