PROJECT MANAGER LEADER

Toronto - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 15-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

PROJECT MANAGER / LEADER INTERMEDIATE

Location: Toronto ON (Onsite 5 days/week)
Industry: Public Transit / Technology Transformation

ABOUT PRESTO

PRESTO is an electronic payment system used across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) and Ottawa providing convenient seamless fare payment across 11 transit agencies. PRESTO is currently undergoing a major transformation initiative upgrading systems and services to support new mobility partners and an expanding regional network over the next three years.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Were seeking a Project Manager/Leader (Intermediate) to support the planning coordination and execution of PRESTO Security and Technology Projects. The successful candidate will work closely with senior project managers and multiple stakeholders to ensure all project requirements schedules and deliverables are met on time and within budget.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage assigned tasks to support the delivery of PRESTO Security and Infrastructure Projects.
Assist Senior Project Managers through all stages - from definition procurement and implementation to transition.
Maintain and track project documentation schedules and deliverables.
Coordinate project activities across teams ensuring alignment with technical and quality standards.
Communicate plans actions risks and progress updates to key stakeholders.
Identify and help resolve project-related issues to ensure continuous progress.
Build and maintain effective cross-functional relationships with internal and external partners.
Prepare status and progress reports by analyzing project data and milestones.
Support administrative functions for the Project Management Office (PMO) and assist in day-to-day coordination activities.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

5 years of project coordination or management experience ideally in IT infrastructure or security-related projects.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to manage expectations and maintain alignment across teams.
Proven organizational and planning abilities-comfortable managing multiple dependencies timelines and deliverables.
Demonstrated leadership and team management experience in cross-functional settings.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Project) and project management tools (e.g. Azure DevOps MS Project).
Excellent time management problem-solving and presentation skills.
Bachelors degree in Business Administration Project Management or a related field.

NICE TO HAVE

Previous public sector experience or familiarity with government project frameworks.
PMP PRINCE2 or Agile certification.

WHY JOIN PRESTO

Join a forward-thinking team shaping the future of transit technology in Ontario. Youll play a key role in modernizing one of Canadas most impactful mobility systems while collaborating with innovative professionals across engineering IT and public service

PROJECT MANAGER / LEADER INTERMEDIATE Location: Toronto ON (Onsite 5 days/week) Industry: Public Transit / Technology Transformation ABOUT PRESTO PRESTO is an electronic payment system used across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) and Ottawa providing convenient seamless fare pay...

PROJECT MANAGER / LEADER INTERMEDIATE

Location: Toronto ON (Onsite 5 days/week)
Industry: Public Transit / Technology Transformation

ABOUT PRESTO

ABOUT THE ROLE

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage assigned tasks to support the delivery of PRESTO Security and Infrastructure Projects.
Assist Senior Project Managers through all stages - from definition procurement and implementation to transition.
Maintain and track project documentation schedules and deliverables.
Coordinate project activities across teams ensuring alignment with technical and quality standards.
Communicate plans actions risks and progress updates to key stakeholders.
Identify and help resolve project-related issues to ensure continuous progress.
Build and maintain effective cross-functional relationships with internal and external partners.
Prepare status and progress reports by analyzing project data and milestones.
Support administrative functions for the Project Management Office (PMO) and assist in day-to-day coordination activities.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

5 years of project coordination or management experience ideally in IT infrastructure or security-related projects.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to manage expectations and maintain alignment across teams.
Proven organizational and planning abilities-comfortable managing multiple dependencies timelines and deliverables.
Demonstrated leadership and team management experience in cross-functional settings.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Project) and project management tools (e.g. Azure DevOps MS Project).
Excellent time management problem-solving and presentation skills.
Bachelors degree in Business Administration Project Management or a related field.