Project Manager

Location: Guelph, ON (Remote within Ontario, with occasional meetings on-site in Guelph)
Language: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Duration: Contract, starting as soon as possible through December 31, 2026
Background Check Requirement: Criminal background check and employment references required 

About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager / Project Lead to oversee the successful delivery of complex, high-impact initiatives within a large and collaborative public sector environment. This role offers the opportunity to work with diverse stakeholder groups, lead strategic project activities, and help drive meaningful organizational outcomes through effective planning, execution, and governance.

Working alongside executives, sponsors, technical teams, and end users, you will play a key role in guiding projects from initiation through close-out. This is an excellent opportunity for a project management professional who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys building consensus, and can confidently lead through competing priorities and change.

What’s In It for You
• Opportunity to lead impactful projects that support organizational transformation and continuous improvement
• Exposure to diverse stakeholder groups and executive-level decision making
• Flexible remote work arrangement within Ontario
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment that values innovation and accountability
• Opportunity to apply leading project management practices while influencing project success

Your Responsibilities
• You’ll lead project planning, execution, monitoring, risk management, and project close-out activities
• You’ll develop and maintain project charters, integrated project plans, schedules, budgets, and governance documentation
• You’ll act as the primary point of communication between sponsors, stakeholders, project teams, and end users
• You’ll identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and implement corrective actions when required
• You’ll manage project scope, timelines, resources, budgets, and change control processes
• You’ll provide regular status reporting to project sponsors and governance committees
• You’ll guide project teams through complex challenges while ensuring objectives are delivered on time, within budget, and according to requirements

Skills and Qualifications
• 7+ years of progressive project management experience leading complex initiatives in multi-stakeholder environments
• Formal project management training and experience applying recognized project management methodologies and tools
• Strong knowledge of OPS Integrated Project Management Framework, project governance, risk management, budgeting, and financial reporting
• PMP® designation, or equivalent project management certification, is strongly preferred
• Knowledge of organizational change management practices and business analysis methodologies is considered an asset
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders, build consensus, and communicate complex technical information to business audiences
• Demonstrated ability to lead through ambiguity, resistance, and competing priorities while delivering successful outcomes

Why Partner with Altis
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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.