Project Manager

The Canada Life Assurance Company • Toronto, ON

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re seeking a skilled Technology Project Manager to lead small/medium‑scale digital initiatives that deliver meaningful business and technology outcomes. This role is responsible for planning and executing projects end‑to‑end, aligning technical solutions with business objectives, and ensuring successful delivery within defined scope, budget, and timelines.

You’re a proactive and collaborative project leader who performs well in dynamic environments and values strong stakeholder partnerships. You bring a servant‑leadership mindset, removing obstacles for teams, fostering alignment, and adapting your approach as project needs evolve. You’re comfortable operating at both a high level and in the details when required to keep delivery on track.

Requirements

• PMP or equivalent project management certification (or working toward).
• 5 years’ experience managing technology projects in waterfall, agile or hybrid environments.
• Demonstrated success delivering small/medium‑complexity projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience managing project budgets, timelines, scope, and dependencies.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Solid understanding of digital solutions, enterprise systems, and agile delivery practices.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into clear, business‑focused communications.
• Problem-solving mindset with a collaborative and adaptable approach.
• Experience working with distributed or cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with business, vendor, and technology stakeholders.
• Collaborate with sponsors and team members to align project objectives with business goals.
• Lead technology projects through the full delivery lifecycle, from initiation to close.
• Coordinate cross‑functional project teams and manage dependencies between workstreams.
• Develop, execute, and maintain integrated project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks, issues, and change requests.
• Resolve conflicts within the project and escalate appropriately when needed.
• Communicate project status, risks, and impacts clearly to stakeholders at all levels.
• Monitor project performance to ensure delivery against scope, budget, quality, and timelines.
• Ensure compliance with corporate risk, governance, and project management standards.
• Track and report on project metrics, milestones, and outcomes.
• Support continuous improvement by applying lessons learned and promoting best practices.
• Ensure adherence to the organization’s project delivery methodology.

Benefits

• Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursement.
• Health & Wellness: Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being.
• Time Off: In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day.
• Financial Security: Company-matching pension plan, share ownership program and additional investment options.
• Rewards and Recognition: Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!
• Emphasis on Community: We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed