Project Manager (IT) - Senior

Role: Senior Project Manager Client: Government of Alberta – Ministry of Technology & Innovation Location: Edmonton, AB (Commerce Place) – Anticipated 100% Remote within Canada Contract Term: Approx. 12 months (1,790 hours) with a possible 12-month extension Project Overview The Government of Alberta is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead two ongoing technology modernization initiatives within the Ministry of Public Safety and Emergency Services (PSES) .

These projects support digital transformation across Alberta’s correctional facilities. Key Projects

• Video Visitation Implementation: Completing the rollout of secure video visitation systems to allow individuals in custody to connect with family members and professional visitors.
• Correctional Wi. Fi Services: Finalizing secure Wi. Fi infrastructure at the Calgary Correctional Centre (CCC) and Calgary Young Offender Centre (CYOC) to support digital health and operational services. Preferred Experience
• Experience with correctional or public safety technology projects
• 8+ years of change management and stakeholder communication planning
• 3+ years experience working with the Government of Alberta or similar public sector organizations
• Strong experience with risk and impact assessments Key Responsibilities
• Lead IT projects from initiation through completion
• Manage project governance, resources, and vendor relationships
• Track and resolve project risks and issues
• Collaborate with stakeholders including Alberta Health Services and Infrastructure teams
• Provide status updates and presentations to senior leadership and steering committees Working Conditions
• Work must be performed within Canada
• Local Edmonton candidates may be required for occasional onsite meetings at Commerce Place
• Candidate must provide their own laptop compatible with Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)
• Criminal Record Check required
• Completion of FOIP and Security Awareness training upon onboarding Submission Requirements If you are interested, please share:
• Your updated resume in Word format
• Three professional references (most recent first) Requirements Mandatory Requirements Candidates must clearly demonstrate the following in their resume:
• 8+ years managing multiple projects simultaneously
• 8+ years developing Project Charters and Business Cases
• 6+ years defining project scope and goals with executive stakeholders
• Relevant Degree or Diploma (PMP certification preferred)
• Resume must include employment dates in MMM/YYYY to MMM/YYYY format