Career Opportunities: Project Manager (19984)

INDEPENDENT ELECTRICITY SYSTEM OPERATOR (IESO)

Why join us? 

You’ve got great skills. And you want to use them in an organization where you know what you do every day matters. We get that.

We also know that ensuring Ontarians have access to affordable and reliable power doesn’t happen by accident. So we give you the tools, flexibility and support you need to achieve your goals, and development opportunities to help you grow. You’ll thrive in a collaborative, team-based environment that values your unique skills and experiences – and recognizes that when you do better, we become even better too.  

Who we are 

The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) works at the centre of the province’s power system, ensuring Ontarians have access to reliable and cost-effective electricity when and where they need it. We operate the province’s electricity grid 24/7, design, run and oversee the wholesale electricity markets, and plan and prepare to meet Ontario’s electricity needs – now and into the future.

The opportunity

The Project Manager is responsible for delivering multiple projects in parallel that meet their stated business objectives within agreed timeline and budget.  Assigned project will include medium to large scale enterprise wide projects utilizing cross functional teams consisting of both internal IESO staff as well as external service providers/vendors. 

What you'll be doing

• Acts as a project manager with overall responsibility for the successful initiation, planning, design, execution, monitoring, controlling and closure of projects.
• Demonstrates influencing skills to accomplish project objectives in a matrix reporting environment.
• Utilizes change management discipline on project scope, time and cost changes.
• Manages the project budget to avoid deviations and recommends corrective actions.
• Upon Project approval, plans and prepares for the timely launch of project implementation and close out.
• Develops project documentation with accurate cost, resource, and time estimates. Identifies necessary technical and non-technical resources to ensure project objectives can be achieved and supports management in securing the resources. 
• Manages project interdependencies within the program/portfolio and ensures efficient resource management and utilization of project resources, in a shared matrix environment.
• Plans, acquires and engages external services through the IESO procurement process to resource and support project delivery.  
•  Working with the contract managers and procurement in the development of RFPs, evaluation of vendor submissions, and the establishment of contracts to ensure on-time project delivery. Ensures vendor resources are managed to statement of work and project objectives.
• Ensures effective and efficient project handover to responsible areas adhering to the appropriate processes and artefacts.
• Monitors and ensures effective and efficient use of the IESO control mechanisms so that major project decisions, such as solution design and scope changes, are approved by project sponsors and senior management; including stakeholders who are impacted by the outcome from the project.
• Works in compliance with all IESO Project Management governance, methodologies, standards, processes and templates.
• Tracks project metrics, and creates project dashboards for senior management.
• Ensures accurate and timely project level reporting, including scope, benefits, time, budget and risk.
• Promotes a project management best practice culture at all levels, ensuring a communication plan is developed and executed considering all project stakeholders and their needs.
• Engages with IESO’s QA function to ensure that an effective QA (Quality Assurance) plan is in place for all projects.
• Records and applies lessons learned from recent projects.
• Keeps current with latest trends in project management and maintains knowledge of current best practices in project management.
• Performs other duties (special assignments) as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.

What you need to succeed

Education:

• Requires knowledge encompassing the technical fields; relevant to the areas of computer science, engineering, technical service delivery, and risk management.
• Requires strong knowledge of project management; theory, principles, and practices including the Project Management Institute (PMI) best practices.
• Requires knowledge of Business and IT business methods, procedures and organization structures in order to be aware of limitations that can be imposed and to recognize factors influencing the effective implementation of methodologies, risk and project management  activities
• Requires strong facilitation and communications (written and oral) skills to prepare accurate, concise, and clear correspondence, procedures, guidelines, and reports.
• This knowledge is considered to be normally acquired, either through the successful completion of 4 years of university education in an appropriate discipline or by having the equivalent education.
• PMP certification is required.

Experience:

• Proven track record of leading projects through all phases of the project Management life cycle.
• Solid knowledge and thorough understanding of PMI methodology, standards, phases, techniques and tools.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle, infrastructure/network and IT operations.
• Proven history of delivering projects using Waterfall, Agile and hybrid methodologies.
• Proven ability to work in an ambiguous environment and collaborate across multiple areas in order to achieve a common business objective.
• Set realistic and practical goals for the project. Moreover, he/she should also develop appropriate strategies for achieving these goals.
• Strong and tested project management skills stemming from both failed and successful project delivery.
• Demonstrated hands on experience leading and delivering small to medium complex enterprise wide projects in a service delivery environment.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle, infrastructure/network and IT and business operations.
• Lead the development and implementation of a set of plans and programs to meet the goals and priorities of the approved ranked/prioritized project.
• Lead the definition of project objectives, scope, critical success factors, benefits and constraints to align expectations, sponsors and project participants.
• Develop, present, justify and gain approval from the project sponsor and stakeholders including senior executives, as required.
• Plan, execute and monitor any activities necessary to recover slippage in timelines, budget or the achievement of business objectives.
• Lead and develop and/or oversee key project deliverables, action log, issue/risk mitigation activities.
• Identify and/or facilitate project risks and contingency requirements.
• Working with others, provides input into continuously improving project management toolkits and methodologies.
• Requires proficiency in computer tools application skills in managing projects; such as MS Project, EXCEL, Access, Visio, SharePoint and Word.
• Requires proven track record of working in a team environment where different opinions and perspectives have to be managed, negotiated and resolved. 
• Requires a proven track record of taking ownership and getting the assigned tasks/projects done. 
• Specific expertise and experience are required in the areas of:
  • (1) business case/project charter development,
  • (2) Project Plan and Schedule development,
  • (3) RFP/RFQ/RFI preparations, negotiations, SOW, vendor contract management and administration,
  • (4) project monitoring and control, and
  • (5) Preparation of various reports throughout project management life cycle.
• Proven track record of meeting/exceeding customer expectations.
• Over 6 years, up to and including 8 years’ experience with 4-8 years of project management experience  

What’s in it for you

• A comprehensive total rewards program, including best-in-class benefits and a flexible workplace 
• A challenging, fast-paced and collaborative team environment, where your perspectives and experiences matter 
• Leaders who support your growth and success through regular feedback and coaching 
• The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry 
   

Deadline: October 20, 2024 at 11:59PM

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At the IESO, we know that achieving great results depends on embracing diversity by attracting, developing and retaining people from a wide variety of backgrounds. We do this by ensuring our recruitment and advancement policies are fair and equitable, and by creating an accessible and inclusive environment – one that values every team member’s unique skills and experiences and ensures they have the support they need to achieve their potential. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know. 

We thank you for your interest in a career at the IESO, but we will only contact those candidates selected for an interview. 

Note: The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to a background check.

The IESO offers a hybrid work model program to most of our employees, based on business needs. Individuals participating in the program can work an average of three days per week remotely within Ontario. It also offers three flex weeks when individuals can work remotely within Ontario . When working in the office, you will be located at our Mississauga, ON location.

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