Associate project manager Jobs in Markham, ON

We are looking for a highly experienced Project Manager to lead a large-scale, multi-year security and network modernization initiative. This role focuses on implementing a robust, multi-layered security platform. You will be responsible for directing network teams and vendors to deliver secure connectivity (WAN/LAN, MPLS, and VPN) that integrates these facilities with a centralized Security Control Centre.

Pay Rate: $65.12- $71.8/Hr

Advantages

- Influence corporate standards for project management methodology and technical architecture.

- Manage a blend of physical security technology and enterprise-grade network engineering.

- Drive a multi-phase, multi-year initiative from initial rollout to final implementation.

Responsibilities
- Manage all stages of the project lifecycle, including the development of charters, detailed scope requirements, and complex project plans.

- Direct network provider teams and field technicians to deliver connectivity at a number of sites, including coordinating site access, conduit installation, and engineering reviews.

- Oversee project budgets, perform financial modeling (Cash Flow, NPV, ROI), and manage procurements, contract negotiations, and vendor payments.

- Chair project committees and steering forums, presenting progress reports and driving critical decision-making with executive and senior management.

- Lead the preparation of formal contractual documents (RFP/RFS, SOW, SLA, MOU) and manage vendor performance against contract terms.

- Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and issues; manage formal change requests regarding scope, timelines, and budget.

- Oversee the recruitment, training, and supervision of assigned technical project staff and consultants.

Qualifications
- Post-secondary degree in Computer Science or a related field, with a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification in good standing.

- Proven track record managing large-scale network implementations involving WAN/LAN, MPLS, Software-Defined Networks (SDN), and VPNs across multiple locations.

- Extensive experience managing IT projects in complex, multi-departmental environments, adhering to PMI principles and standards.

- Familiarity with architecture design, advanced routing/switching (Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet), and high-availability planning.

- Considerable experience in contract negotiations, procurement procedures, and managing third-party delivery teams.

- Expert proficiency in Microsoft Project and other project management software to track critical paths and resource allocation.

Summary
If you're interested in Project Manager, Network Infrastructure role based in Toronto, we encourage you to apply online at www.randstad.ca.

Only qualified candidates will be contacted for the next steps. We look forward to hearing from you!

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