Project Manager - Secret Clearance Required

Adecco is currently recruiting for a Project Manager. This is a 1-year Onsite contract opportunity with a possibility of extension. This role is with one of our public sector client based in Ottawa.

The successful candidate must have a valid Secret level security clearance, and be eligible for a controlled goods clearance.

The Project Manager will have the following responsibilities:

• Create clear and attainable project plans and schedules, build project requirements, and manage project costs, time, scope, and quality;
• Identify resource needs and work with resource managers to assign individual responsibilities;
• Manage day-to-day operational aspects of the project and scope and provide relevant project information to stakeholders;
• Ensure documents are complete, current, and stored following project or departmental policies;
• Manage both internal and external approvals;
• Monitor scope creep and re-scope project;
• Track project issues, risk, and decisions, prepare risk mitigation strategies;
• Assist in the development of performance metrics and/or standards that could be applied during the implementation of any initiatives or support activities;
• Define, document, and maintain plans, determine budgetary requirements, the composition, roles and responsibilities and terms of reference for the project resources using a variety of project management tools;
• Coordinate the development of training and coordination with various stakeholders;
• Create presentations and present to various stakeholders and facilitate meetings and discussions.

The Project Manager must meet the following mandatory requirements:

• Must have a university degree or diploma in Business Administration or any related field;
• Must have 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager;
• 2+ years experience issuing Statements of requirement;
• 2+ years experience issuing RFI, RFP or Project Charter documents;
• Must be willing to work on site in Ottawa;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office;
• PMP certification would be an asset;

If you are interested in applying to our Project Manager role, please submit your resume as soon as possible by clicking on the 'Apply with Adecco' button.

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