Project Manager, IT Building Technologies in Markham

Reporting to the Director, IT PMO, the Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing the successful completion of a variety of complex IT projects with cross-functional operational impact for our Long-term Care and Home Health divisions. This position will be located at our Head Office in Markham, Ontario. Extendicare offers a hybrid working environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading multiple simultaneous projects requiring a high degree of skill in prioritization and problem-solving.
• Accountable for all project objectives including vendor contracting and management, solution design and implementation, communication and change management planning.
• Leading stakeholder engagement activities and cross-functional meetings, obtaining buy-in from all key stakeholders.
• Identifying all project risks and collaborating with internal and external vendor teams to develop and implement risk management plans.
• Communicating key project milestones, timelines, and updates to all key stakeholders across the organization from operations to senior leadership.
• Building and maintaining professional partnerships with internal business partners and support teams characterized by shared responsibility and success, open communication, and transparency.

What we’re looking for:

• Hands-on project leader, able to apply critical thinking, understand complex situations, and drive solutions that help achieve project objectives.
• History of executing projects pertaining to CCTV, Telephony, network installations, Office 365, software deployments, and hardware refresh.
• Bachelor's degree in information technology related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with electrical and low voltage drawings, new site construction, budget forecasting, and in-field project management.
• Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills, with proven competence in using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Teams/SharePoint, and PowerPoint.
• Able to make sense of data and use a data-driven approach to problem-solving.
• Highly organized, with superior communication skills and the ability to clearly communicate to various stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and to pivot quickly given changing industry trends and priorities.
• Valid G driver’s license in good standing and access to a reliable vehicle. Occasional travel to sites, homes, and new locations.

What Extendicare has to offer:

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities.
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization.
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
• Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Robust benefits package.

At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve. We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings.

Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities. Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process.