Project Manager

JOB SUMMARY:

As a Project Manager in Learning Services, you will play a critical role in planning, executing, and overseeing the successful completion of various projects in collaboration with the project team. You will be responsible for coordinating resources, managing timelines, and ensuring that project goals and objectives are achieved while providing our clients withan exceptional experience and great results. The Project Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and clients to ensure effective communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.

Major Responsibilities:

• Develop comprehensive project plans, including details on project scope, objectives, deliverables, and prepare timelines, communication plans, and resourcing.
• Support the project teams, collaborate with client stakeholders to identify project requirements and establish clear project goals.
• Allocate and manage project resources efficiently.
• Leverage AI project management tools to enhance scheduling accuracy, forecast project trends, identify potential risks, and streamline documentation.
• Monitor resource utilization to ensure optimal productivity and utilization.
• Lead and motivate project teams, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Assign tasks, provide guidance, and facilitate effective communication among team members.
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Proactively address issues and obstacles that may arise during project execution to minimize disruptions and ensure timely delivery.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including clients, internal teams, and external vendors.
• Regularly communicate project status, progress, and updates to ensure alignment and manage expectations.
• Monitor project budgets and proactively mitigate trending project overages.
• Report monthly to leadership on finance on project metrics.
• Prepare project reports, status updates, and documentation to keep stakeholders informed.
• Maintain accurate project records, including documentation of decisions, changes, and approvals.
• Continuously explore AI-assisted innovations that enhance productivity, reduce manual effort, and support data-driven decision making across the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams as required.
• Assist with various special projects for stakeholders as required.

Competencies:

• Self-starter
• Ability to perform requested tasks autonomously
• Ability to quickly learn and embrace new technologies/process improvements
• Attention to detail and commitment to see projects through to the end
• Motivate and inspire project team to put forth their best effort
• Develop and foster professional relationships with the project team and stakeholders
• Leverage AI and automation tools to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and deliver data-backed project insights
• Maintain a high level of emotional intelligence

Skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and organizational skills
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolutions skills
• Effective time management and prioritization
• Bilingual (French) is an asset

Experience

• 2+ years of working in a client facing environment.
• 2+ years of experience with instructional design, course development, program management, and web development life cycle is highly beneficial.
• Advanced Microsoft program skills, including knowledge of Pivot Tables and PowerPoint.
• Advanced SmartSheet skills including creating custom dashboards for reporting
• Experience using AI tools for project management or reporting automation considered an asset
• Experience working in Salesforce, OpenAir, and PowerBI are considered an asset

Suggested Qualifications

• Project Management certification; PMP or CAPM (or equivalent experience) considered an asset
• Post-secondary degree or equivalent experience

The expected base salary range for a new hire in this role is listed below. The annualized base salary offered is determined by each candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, education, training and experience. It is aligned to ensure both internal and external competitiveness using market data for the geographic location and industry. As part of the total compensation at D2L the role may be eligible for additional benefits including a Wellness Subsidy, Equity Grants, Variable Incentive, and more.

Base Salary Range$82,000—$100,000 CAD

Don’t meet every single requirement? We strongly encourage you to still apply! At D2L, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage your application even if you don't believe you meet every single qualification outlined, because we love to help our people grow and develop!

Why we're awesome:

At D2L, we are dedicated to providing you with the tools to do the best work of your life. While some of our perks and benefits may vary depending on location or employment type, we are proud to provide employees with the following through #LifeAtD2L:

• Impactful work transforming the way the world learns
• Flexible work arrangements
• Learning and Growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $4,000 CAD for continuing education through our SkillsWave Program
• 2 Paid Days off for SkillsWave-related activities like exams or final assignments
• Employee wellbeing (Access to mental health services, EFAP program, financial planning and more)
• Retirement planning
• 2 Paid Volunteer Days
• Competitive Benefits Package
• Home Internet Reimbursements
• Employee Referral Program
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition
• Social Events
• Dog Friendly Offices Spaces at our HQ in Kitchener, Winnipeg, Vancouver and Melbourne offices.

D2L is committed to a fair and inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer that hires and attracts talent regardless of age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, status as a protected veteran or any other legally protected grounds and will not discriminate on these bases. We draw on diversity of thought and experience to reflect the rich array of cultures representing our broad customer base and we seek talent with diversity of life experiences and perspectives from around the world. If you have special accessibility requirements that need to be considered during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing us at careers@d2l.com and a member of our HR team will get back to you. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially. D2L maintains a drug-free workplace.