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Director, IT Project Management Office

The Ottawa International Airport Authority (Authority) is accepting applications for a Director, IT Project Management Office (IT PMO) position.

This person is responsible for ensuring IT projects are strategically aligned with organizational objectives and drives the successful delivery of technology projects that support and advance the organization’s goals. This individual provides expert guidance, fosters collaboration across teams, and ensures project outcomes contribute to the organization’s long-term goals. 

This employee will develop and ensure that all IT projects adhere to the IT project management framework, including compliance with established standards, methodologies, and governance processes. They will be responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and comprehensive project reporting, providing leadership with critical insights into project portfolios, risks, and opportunities. 

While ensuring accountability and consistency, this individual foster a culture of continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

  • Strategic portfolio management
    • Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the IT PMO framework to ensure efficient project execution and alignment with organizational goals
    • Oversee the IT project portfolio, ensuring that projects are prioritized and resourced to maximize value for the organization
    • Serve as a strategic advisor to the executive team, providing data-driven insights and recommendations on IT project investments and resource allocation
  • Project leadership and decision-making
    • Provide supervision and leadership to IT project managers and project specialists, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence
    • Establish project governance standards and ensure compliance across in scope IT projects
    • Evaluate project risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Senior management and executive engagement
    • Handle and safeguard sensitive and confidential information, including strategic plans, budgetary data, and project-related documentation
    • Participate in high-level discussions with senior executives, including the CEO, on matters related to digital transformation, IT strategy, and organizational priorities
    • Prepare and review executive-level presentations and reports with a focus on accuracy and strategic impact
    • Foster a positive and collaborative environment that supports team growth and success
    • Demonstrate exceptional integrity and discretion, with the ability to handle confidential matters with professionalism
  • Risk management
    • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, escalating as necessary
    • Develop and implement contingency plans to ensure project continuity
  • Continuous improvement
    • Evaluate project outcomes to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement
    • Introduce innovative tools and methodologies to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness
    • Promote and implement Agile, hybrid, or other relevant project management methodologies as appropriate
    • Develop and drive ongoing improvements to the PMO framework
  • Reporting
    • Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor project and portfolio performance
    • Deliver regular updates to executive leadership, highlighting progress, risks, and recommendations
  • Project management
    • Lead key strategic technology projects, including planning the project, leading the team, managing schedules, overseeing the budget, monitoring progress, identifying and mitigating risks, communicating effectively with stakeholders, and ensuring project deliverables are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.

These abilities, combined with a professional and positive attitude, will ensure success in building positive working relationships in a team environment.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Education: A College Diploma or University degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field
  • Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, including at least 2 years managing a PMO
  • Certification: Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Skills
    • Proven experience managing a PMO or leading enterprise-level IT projects with a strategic focus
    • Strong understanding of confidentiality protocols, with a history of managing sensitive information
    • Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities, with a capacity to engage stakeholders at all levels
    • Expertise in project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid)
    • Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet)
    • Strong time management and organizational capabilities
    • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with senior executives and influence decision-making at the highest levels
    • Excellent organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously

ASSETS 

  • Bilingualism (English and French)

ABOUT THE POSITION 

Job requirements

  • Successfully obtain a security clearance check for an Airport Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC)

To explore this opportunity, please send your resume to [email protected].

The Authority is committed to the principles of Employment Equity and to achieving a workforce that is representative of the diversity of the Canadian population. We strongly encourage candidates to self-identify if they are Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, or members of visible minorities.