Junior Project Manager - 24 Month Contract - Hybrid Toronto
Junior Project Manager - 24 Month Contract - Hybrid Toronto
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Job Description
OVERVIEW
The Jr. Project Manager will report directly into the Sr. Project Manager Enterprise Project Management Office and will be an active contributor to the planning execution and successful delivery of projects gaining valuable experience in the Circular Economy while working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
This is 24-month contract position requiring full-time hours with occasional visits to the Toronto Corporate office.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in project delivery; maintain structure; and follow adequate delivery process and prepare project dashboards for various meetings and committees under the direction of the Sr. Project Manager
- Develop detailed project plans considering both Agile and Hybrid Waterfall methodologies to ensure successful project execution.
- Assist in maintaining project documentation including program risk registers and project dashboards.
- Monitor and track project tasks milestones and deliverables to ensure project timelines are met.
- Foster effective communication with project team members and stakeholders with the goal of ensuring that everyone is informed and aligned.
- Identify potential project risks and work closely with the Sr. Project Managers to implement mitigation strategies.
- Organize and participate in project meetings documenting key discussions and action items and disseminating to all stakeholders.
- Developing a weekly project status report (PSR) that follows the cadence and standards set forth by the Enterprise PMO.
- Actively engage in learning opportunities and assigned mentorships within the EPMO to enhance project management skills and contribute to personal and professional growth.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- University Degree in Business Information Technology or related major. A combination of post secondary education and professional experiences may be considered.
- Project Management Certification (CSM or SA or PMP or CSPM) is preferred.
Experience
- 3 years experience in a project management role preferably in enterprise technology driven initiatives and implementations.
- Experience working in a complex multi-project environment with several clients is critical to be successful in this role.
Knowledge/Competencies/Skills
- Familiarity with project management tools such as JIRA and Confluence is preferred.
- Experience in technical environments/technical deployments. Awareness of all project activities within a technical delivery model.
- Knowledge of Project Management Agile Development Waterfall Development Change Management Business Analysis methodologies.
- Excellent analytical conceptual thinking planning and execution skills.
- Proactive self-led stakeholder communications and outreach is a must.
- Possess client management skills with a passion for building effective customer relationships and exceeding partner expectations.
- Comfortable communicating at all levels of the organization including business executives and technical experts.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- All CM employees work 40 hours per week remotely from a home office environment.
- The job demands that the incumbent have a flexible work schedule with periods of uneven workload.
- The incumbent must have a tolerance for change as Circular Materials implements its new program obligations.
- Attend in-person meetings at the Circular Materials Toronto office is required when requested based on EPMO schedules or job demands.
ABOUT CIRCULAR MATERIALS
Circular Materials is a national not-for-profit producer responsibility organization (PRO) that supports producers in meeting their extended producer responsibility (EPR) obligations across Canada. Created by producers for producers Circular Materials develops implements and supports effective and efficient recycling programs to advance innovation deliver improved environmental outcomes and drive value across the recycling supply chain. Our full-service offerings include collection management promotion and education and reporting.
Together we are advancing the circular economy where materials are collected recycled and can be returned to producers for use as recycled content in new products and packaging. As we develop enhanced recycling systems across Canada we work to ensure more materials are looped into the circular economy benefiting both people and the environment.
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Circular Materials is an equal opportunity employer seeking team members with a diversity of thought skills experiences culture and ethnicityto help us achieve our purpose of accelerating a circular economy for people and the planet. As a national organization operating across Canada our goal is to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the many provinces and territories where we do business.
Our inclusive hiring practices aim to foster a culture where all employees feel a strong sense of belonging. We are proud of our recent diversity survey results which showed that:
- 51% of Circular Materials employees identify as women.
- 53% of Circular Materials employees identify as visible minorities.
- 97% of employees believe Circular Materials fosters a strong sense of belonging for employees of all backgrounds.
- 95% of employees recommend Circular Materials as an inclusive workplace.
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds including women Indigenous Peoples (First Nations Inuit and Mtis) persons with disabilities racialized individuals and members of the 2SLGBTQIA community. As part of our commitment to reconciliation Circular Materials is working to advance Indigenous representation and partnerships within our organization and across our programs. We acknowledge that Circular Materials operates on the traditional territories of diverse Indigenous Nations and we recognize the importance of respecting Indigenous rights governance and contributions in the workplace and beyond.
Circular Materials supports reasonable requests for accommodation in accordance with all applicable provincial accessibility standards. Requests for accommodation will be provided by Circular Materials through the recruitment and/or assessment processes upon contacting. This email is only used for accommodation requests.
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Employment Type
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