PROJECT MANAGER - TERM

Who is a Project Manager?

Project Managers will work with an assigned Project Owner and Project Team and will be responsible for the success of Projects that are assigned to them.    They will work closely with various Departments and Senior Leaders and will use the Project Management process to initiate, plan and oversee the execution of Projects.   Project Managers will ensure proper communication to Home Office, the clubs and other key stakeholders.  Through managing the project management practices, they will ensure project success and consistency across the organization. 

 What will you be doing?

• Organize and host necessary meetings with the Project Owner and Project Team ensuring that everyone involved focuses their time on the prioritized project tasks and following and meeting deadlines.
• Project Managers will oversee multiple projects at any time.
• Will create and keep updated project documentation, plans and reports. Will provide clear objectives, meeting agendas, quality meeting notes with follow up action items (as needed) to ensure a high level of communication amongst the team.
• Create strong working relationships and promote team engagement within the project team.   Project Managers will need to be assertive to keep the team on track and moving the project forward.  If issues arise, they will need to work with the Project Owner to quickly find alternative solutions. 
• Project Managers will need to have a clear understanding and knowledge of the projects they are leading.  They will need to have a high level of confidence and have full control over the project lifecycle.
• Project Managers will use proper Project Management practices to ensure project success and consistency across the company.  Using all available resources and tools for documentation, communication and reporting will be expected.

 Do you have what it takes?

• College diploma, University Degree or equivalent experience.  PMP certification or equivalent certification required or working towards PMP or other PM certification
• 3-5 years’ experience with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects using project management best practices
• Excellent understanding of the project management lifecycle as well as knowledge of both Agile and Traditional project management principles and practices with the ability to use a hybrid approach to fit the project and business environment. 
• Knowledge and experience with Project and Portfolio Management Software and tools. 

 What’s in it for you?

• Ongoing training & development to ensure a long & successful career path
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive Total Rewards Package
• FREE Performance Fitness membership
• Fun & energetic atmosphere to come to every day!

Compensation:

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

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