Project Manager, Software Development (18-month Contract)
Job Description
At Eckler, we know it’s our people who make us great at what we do. Come join our team
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to fill an 18-month maternity leave contract on our Technology team. Our technology group is a 26-person software development team that builds leading-edge solutions for both our clients and Eckler’s other practices. These solutions range from web-based financial modelling tools to large, complex data administration systems.
The successful candidate will be self-motivated, organized, and passionate about delivering technology projects with excellence. You will work closely with a team of Business Analysts, Developers, QA professionals, and subject matter experts in a supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and improvement.
Eckler’s technology team is based in Toronto, Halifax and Vancouver, with project teams located across Canada.
This posting is for an existing vacancy that we are actively seeking to fill.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Project Delivery
- Lead end-to-end delivery of software and technology projects, managing scope, schedule, budget, and stakeholder expectations throughout the project lifecycle
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including milestones, resource allocation, and risk registers
- Facilitate project meetings, including kick-offs, status updates, retrospectives, and steering committee presentations
- Proactively identify, escalate, and mitigate project risks and issues to keep delivery on track
- Produce clear and concise project status reports for internal leadership and external clients
Stakeholder and Client Management
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients on assigned projects, managing relationships and expectations with professionalism
- Translate client business needs and constraints into actionable project plans and deliverables
- Coordinate across cross-functional teams including Business Analysts, Developers, QA, and external vendors to align on priorities and timelines
- Begin to develop awareness of business development opportunities within existing client engagements
Team Leadership
- Support and mentor junior team members, providing guidance on project management practices and professional development
- Act as a team advocate by coordinating training, facilitating feedback loops, and supporting client interaction opportunities for team members
- Coordinate and lead lunch-and-learn sessions and other knowledge sharing opportunities
Process and Tooling
- Manage project workflows using software tools including Jira and Confluence, ensuring accurate documentation and reporting
- Drive adoption of Agile methodologies and best practices across assigned projects
- Identify and implement AI workflow improvements and automation opportunities at the project level, working within approved frameworks
- Drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes, templates, and tools
Budget Management
- Set and manage client and project budgets, tracking actuals against forecasts throughout the engagement
- Apply strong communication and project management skills to keep projects on track financially and flag variances early
What you offer:
- 5+ years of experience in project management, preferably in a technology or consulting environment
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with competing priorities and deadlines
- Strong understanding of project management and Agile methodology fundamentals
- Expertise with software project management tools such as Jira and Confluence
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience presenting to clients and senior leadership
- Experience managing project budgets
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Working towards or holding a project management designation (PMP, ACP, Scrum Master, or equivalent)
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of project outcomes
Assets:
- Experience in the employee benefits or financial services industry, particularly pensions
- Actuarial knowledge, by education or experience
- Experience with AI tools and automation in a project delivery context
What we offer:
- Collaborative and engaging atmosphere
- Variety in work and ability to evolve and grow your career
- Working with colleagues across Canada
- Opportunities to help build and evolve our practice
- An entrepreneurial, collegial work environment
- Hybrid work environment and dress for your day approach (3 days in office minimum)
Who we are:
At Eckler, we are driven by our purpose to care and to do right by people so that together we can achieve a brighter, more secure future. It’s just one of the reasons Eckler has been recognized multiple times as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures. Our origins go back to 1927, making us one of Canada’s first actuarial practices. Based in Canada and the Caribbean, we’re a team of committed and highly skilled professionals consulting in the areas of pension, retirement, financial wellness, investment, group benefits, insurance, change management and communication and technology. Owned and operated by its active Principals, the company has earned a reputation for service continuity and high professional standards. Eckler is a founding member of Abelica Global – an international alliance of independent actuarial and consulting firms operating in over 20 countries.
At Eckler, we value diversity of all types. Our organization is made up of smart, collaborative, and thoughtful people with a wide range of backgrounds, skills, and experiences. We are committed to an inclusive, diverse, and accessible workplace and encourage all interested applicants to submit a cover letter and resume for consideration. Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to [email protected].
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used during the recruitment process to screen or assess applications. All evaluations involving AI are reviewed by in-house recruiters prior to making any final decisions.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for the shortlist will be contacted.
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