Project Manager Level 3

Project Manager Level 3 Department: Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) Employment Type: Contract / Temp Location: Canada Description We are seeking an experienced Project Manager (Level 3) to provide leadership and oversight for large-scale, technology-enabled projects within NSERC and SSHRC. The role involves managing all phases of project delivery, engaging diverse stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with Treasury Board project management practices and federal IM/IT standards. Duration: Up to 2 years (approx. 440 days) Security Requirement: Reliability Clearance Key Responsibilities Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of complex technology-enabled projects. Develop and manage project artefacts (charters, schedules, risk registers, performance reports, etc.). Apply project management frameworks including iterative/Agile methodologies and Treasury Board gating processes. Coordinate project deliverables, timelines, and budgets, ensuring compliance with GoC policies. Facilitate stakeholder engagement with internal teams, senior executives, and external partners. Conduct regular project status updates, performance reporting, and executive briefings. Manage risks, issues, and changes proactively, recommending corrective actions when necessary. Ensure project objectives are met while maintaining focus on organizational priorities and stakeholder satisfaction. Mandatory Criteria: Valid Enhanced Reliability Security clearance 10+ years’ experience in project management, specifically managing technology-enabled projects Demonstrated experience developing and managing project artefacts and applying recognized PM processes. Experience as a Project Manager leading at least one large project (12+ months, 200+ employees, 20+ stakeholders) within the last 10 years At least 3 years’ experience (last 6 years) in iterative/agile project management including product demos, stakeholder feedback integration, and re-prioritization. Valid Project Management certification/designation (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, MBA/degree specializing in Project Management). Minimum of one (1) year experience providing Project Manager services in the Canadian public sector within the last 60 months.