Mid-Senior Level Project Manager (hybrid in Waterloo)

S M Software Solutions IncWaterloo, ON, Canada

4 days ago

Job description

Job Description

Job Description : Project Manager

Position Title : Project Manager

Location : Waterloo (Hybrid working)

Job Type : Full-time

Experience Level : Mid-Senior Level

Overview :

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Project Manager with strong Agile

experience (including SAFe), and a proven track record in leading organizational restructuring

and team transformation programs. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving the

success of strategic projects, fostering team engagement, and managing transformation

initiatives across cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead end-to-end project management for ensuring alignment with business goals and

successful delivery of outcomes.

Apply Agile methodologies, to facilitate project execution, continuous improvement, and

scalability across teams and departments.

Collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders to define project objectives, strategies,

and roadmaps, ensuring alignment with broader business transformation goals.

Drive team realignment, process optimization, and change management initiatives to enhance

productivity, engagement, and collaboration.

Serve as a change agent and transformation leader, guiding teams through Agile / SAFe

ceremonies such as PI Planning, Scrum of Scrums, and Program Increment reviews.

Manage cross-functional teams, ensuring diverse perspectives are considered in decision-

making and solutions are collaborative and innovative.

Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and report on project status

to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and addressing issues proactively.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement through retrospectives, feedback loops, and

optimization of Agile processes.

Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring that project timelines, budgets, and quality expectations

are met.

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s / Master degree in Business, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.

8+ years of project management experience with a focus on Agile methodologies and

organizational transformation.

Experience with SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework), including leading PI Planning and other

SAFe ceremonies.

Proven experience in managing restructuring and team transformation programs in large-scale

or complex environments.

Ability to align project goals with business strategy and communicate effectively across

multiple levels of the organization.

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with a

demonstrated ability to influence and guide teams through change.

Strong problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering results, improving efficiencies, and

driving operational success.

Experience in managing projects in complex pressure environment and handling cross-

functional collaboration.

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