Project Manager/Leader Senior

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Ref: RQ11817 Contract – 11 Months (Extension Possible) Onsite – Toronto (21 College Toronto)
Posted Date: 2026-11-03
Location: Onsite – Toronto (21 College Toronto)
Public Sector Experience: Required – OPS / Public Sector
Contract End Date: 2027-10-05 *
Rate: $110/hour
Overview

Justice Technology Services, under the Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement, is seeking a Senior Project Manager/Leader to plan and lead complex, multi-ministry audio-visual and telecommunications technology initiatives. The successful consultant will oversee all phases of concurrent I&IT and AV projects, managing client relationships, project teams, and vendor partnerships to deliver technically complex solutions on time and on budget. This is a fully onsite role based in Toronto with three openings available.

Key Responsibilities
  • Plan and lead projects as part of large multi-ministry, multi-year initiatives involving complex network architecture, advanced telecommunications, VoIP, and audio/visual systems
  • Develop project charters, master project plans, and work breakdown schedules; define goals, deliverables, and scope in collaboration with internal clients, stakeholders, and I&IT specialists
  • Manage client relationships and partnerships with business areas, resolving issues and communicating project deliverables to senior stakeholders
  • Identify and assess project risks, recommend mitigation measures, and escalate change impacts to project sponsors for decision-making
  • Coordinate I&IT procurement activities including planning for software, hardware, IP circuits, and bandwidth; negotiate goods and services and administer contractual agreements
  • Lead mobilization planning, facility scope validation, equipment procurement, and on-site system installation activities
  • Oversee GUI design review and approval, functional design drawings, quality assurance testing, and system and functionality testing
  • Manage client handover and commissioning, obtain client sign-off, and ensure vendor delivery of as-built and close-out documentation
  • Develop and manage project budgets using resource management and financial management best practices
  • Facilitate change management activities including business/user adoption plans, training, user manuals, and stakeholder communications
  • Conduct lessons-learned sessions and deliver internal close-out packages including financial reports, site profiles, and journals
  • Participate in ongoing service review meetings and provide specialized advice for business case development and Treasury Board submissions
Must-Have Requirements
  • Minimum 5 years of experience with audio-visual and videoconferencing technology, including VoIP, video, voice, mobile, and building telecommunications infrastructure
  • Minimum 10 years of project management experience leading medium to large-scale, technically complex I&IT projects across all project phases
  • Demonstrated knowledge of best practices for audio-visual, communications, and IT deployment in enterprise environments
  • Proven experience delivering system development and/or implementation projects on time and within budget
  • Strong knowledge of state-of-the-art multi-platform I&IT technology including audio-visual systems, cloud technologies, and converged communications systems
  • Experience with procurement planning and contract administration for software, hardware, IP circuits, and professional services
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Microsoft Project
  • Knowledge of IT security requirements and best practices for high-availability, high-sensitivity hosting solutions
  • Demonstrated change management skills to facilitate business process change and manage organizational human factors
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for delivering presentations, proposals, and business cases to senior decision-makers
Nice-to-Have Skills
  • Previous experience working within the Ontario Public Service (OPS) or the Justice Sector
Work Environment

This is a fully onsite role requiring the consultant to be present in the Toronto office (21 College Street) five days per week. The role requires a CRJMC security clearance. Candidates should be comfortable working in a structured public sector environment managing large, multi-stakeholder initiatives. Travel expenses for this assignment are set at $0.00.

* Final role details, responsibilities, and terms will be confirmed with shortlisted candidates. Compensation may vary based on experience. Errors and omissions excepted.