Manager Project Delivery

Permanent Full Time 

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The TPMO (Advice Canada & Shared Services team) is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Manager, Project Delivery to join our
team. Reporting to the Director, Portfolio Management & Governance, you will be responsible to lead a team of experienced Project Manager & Program Managers and to promote delivery best practices within the organization.

What you will do:

• Lead and manage a team of Project Managers, including staff and contingent labour, providing guidance,
  support, and mentorship to ensure effective execution of Delivery methodologies across initiatives
• Support and promote Delivery best practices and techniques within the organization, fostering a culture of continuous
  improvement and innovation
• Provide coaching and training to teams and stakeholders on Delivery methodologies, roles and responsibilities
• Support the initiative annual planning process including establishing the annual budget submission
• Support the initiative budgeting process, using metrics to make decisions on managing and forecasting Initiative spend throughout
  the year.
• Support the adoption of continuous improvement in portfolio governance processes to enhance portfolio agility and
  responsiveness to changing business needs
• Support Program Managers, Project Managers on all aspects of our Project / Product Delivery Lifecyle
• In collaboration with the Director, Porfolio Management & Governance, partner with senior leadership to align and deliver the Insurance portfolio of work
• Establish a high level of trust and credibility with business and technology leaders by maintaining relationships and ensuring a high
  quality of service
• Support the ongoing development and learning of your team, taking a continuous improvement approach to implement their ideas
  and recommendations on ways to enhance productivity and effectiveness
• Support the maintenance and quality checks of project & program data supporting regular status reporting
• Support the maintenance of practitioner onboarding material
• Ensure all team members have performance objectives and a personal development plan, ensuring team maintain certifications
  and/or accreditations
• Support and enhance current tooling used for delivery including leading and championing change and training as required
  Provide continuous feedback and/or coaching to all staff and contractors

What you will bring

• Minimum of 10 years' experience managing technology projects
• Minimum of 5 years' experience directly and/or indirectly managing teams of senior level professionals 
• Designations in project management, scrum, Agile or related fields is considered an asset
• Strong flexibility, resiliency, and adaptability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare communications and interact effectively with all levels, technical and
  non-technical within the organization
• Experience with PMO tools including Clarity (high), planning tools including but not limited to as JIRA, MS Project & Smartsheets
  Expert multi-tasker, juggling priorities and working in a fast paced/ demanding environment
• Demonstrates objectivity, putting organizational direction ahead of their own interests/agendas
• Encourages innovation, thinks outside boundaries and apparent limitations
• Strong leadership capability, executing as appropriate in the areas of responsibility

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The base salary for this position is between $102,000 - $152,000 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Grow with Canada Life 

We’re united by a shared purpose: to improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country.  

We’re looking for people who live our values everyday: we step up, we do the right thing, and we deliver – for our customers, communities and each other. Are you someone who always strives to do the right thing, who steps up for themselves and others, and who delivers with impact? Then we want to hear from you! 

What we offer:  

We’re committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time or part-time permanent team member: 

• 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.  

Learn more about Canada Life.  

We’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact  talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com. All information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and Canada Life policies.  

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. 

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