Senior Program Manager
Location: Toronto, ON, On-site 5 days per week
Job Type: 6 months to start with strong likelihood of extension
Language: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are required
About the Opportunity
As a Senior Program Manager you will lead complex, multi-year technology programs that drive meaningful transformation. This is a high-impact role where strategic vision meets hands-on delivery, supporting initiatives that influence enterprise systems, cross-functional teams, and vendor partners.
You will collaborate with senior executives, technical leaders, and business stakeholders to ensure programs are aligned, well-governed, and delivering measurable value. If you thrive in structured, high-visibility environments and enjoy bringing clarity to complexity, this role offers the platform to make a lasting impact.
What’s in it for You
You will join a collaborative environment that values accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to influence enterprise-wide strategy while mentoring delivery teams and shaping best practices.
You will gain exposure to large-scale transformation initiatives and work alongside experienced leaders who prioritize strong governance, innovation, and inclusive team dynamics.
Your Responsibilities
- You’ll define program vision, scope, and multi-year roadmaps that align business priorities with enterprise technology strategy.
- In this role, you’ll establish governance frameworks, including executive forums, reporting structures, and performance metrics.
- You’ll oversee end-to-end planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of multiple concurrent program components.
- You’ll manage program budgets, forecasts, vendor contracts, and resource allocation to ensure financial health and delivery excellence.
- You’ll proactively identify risks, resolve cross-team dependencies, and drive transparent status reporting to senior leadership.
Skills and Qualifications
- 8+ years of progressive IT program management experience leading large, complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
- PMP, PgMP, ITIL, and Agile certifications preferred.
- Demonstrated experience developing multi-year program roadmaps and overseeing full lifecycle delivery.
- Strong expertise in governance, financial management, risk mitigation, and vendor oversight.
- Experience working within Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid delivery environments.
- Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Why Partner with Altis
If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, don’t worry, we make it easy. You’ll still engage directly with the client while we handle the logistics, provide guidance, and keep you informed every step of the way. We’ll represent your strengths, guide you through each stage of the process, and ensure the experience feels personal and transparent.
We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.
