Senior Project Manager

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Lead and oversee complex strategic initiatives in product development and software engineering while optimizing PMO processes and fostering alignment across diverse teams.
Numeris is Canada’s most trusted and authoritative source for broadcast measurement and consumer behaviour data. As well, the industry leading intelligence provider to broadcasters, advertisers, and agencies. We have been recognized for over 75 years as providing the gold standard in audience intelligence.  We have great people who do exceptional work. We take pride in building an environment of continuous learning and career advancement opportunities. Our teams are collaborative, curious, and dedicated to creating quality experiences. We love what we do, enjoy each other’s company, and support initiatives to give back to our communities. We are looking for people to help us shape the future of Numeris, and have a lot of fun along the way. Numeris is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead a team of PMs, manage a portfolio of complex, strategic initiatives across product development, software engineering, and business process improvement. This role requires a proven ability to manage programs using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies/delivery models, while driving alignment across functions, geographies and with external entities. The ideal candidate will also have experience establishing and optimizing PMO processes within a mid-sized organization, setting standards for project management practices across the company.  The role ensures an enterprise view of all projects is established and communicated to the Senior Executive Team on a regular basis.   The role serves as an integral member of the Change Management Office (CMO).  What you will do
  • Project Management: 
  • Lead & oversee multiple projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring alignment with business objectives
  • Manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk across diverse projects
  • Partner across Product, Platform, IT, Operations, Research, P&C, Marcom, Finance, and company leadership to deliver innovative solution
  • Work across the organization to Identify and implement process enhancements that improve efficiency and scalability 
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across operational workflows

  • Team Leadership: 
  • Lead, mentor and develop a team of Project Managers, providing guidance and professional development, including high performance and accountability 
  • Establish and enforce project management standards and best practices for adoption across the organization 
  • Establish a team culture of ownership, transparency and end-to-end delivery excellence 

  • Methodology Expertise & PMO Development: 
  • Apply Agile and Waterfall frameworks effectively based on project needs
  • Coach teams on best practices for hybrid delivery models
  • Design and implement PMO governance, standards, and reporting processes
  • Establish enterprise level reporting to leadership to ensure alignment across the enterprise 

  • Stakeholder Management 
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across all levels of the organization, including the Senior Executive Team 
  • Ensure clear communication of program objectives, progress, risks, and outcomes
  • Act as the primary liaison between business units, technical teams, and leadership to align expectations, resolve conflicts, and drive consensus for successful program delivery

  • Change Management Office (CMO) 
  • Serves as a n active member of the CMO 
  • Partner with P&C and MarCom on organizational change initiatives, communication strategies, and adoption plans 
  • What you have
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Technology, or related field (Master’s preferred)
  • 8+ years of program/project management experience in product and software development
  • Proven track record managing programs using Agile and Waterfall methodologies
  • Experience leading cross-functional, geographically distributed teams
  • Hands-on experience developing PMO processes in a mid-sized organization
  • Prior experience managing and mentoring Project Managers
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, prioritization, and stakeholder engagement abilities
  • Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project)
  • PMP, PgMP, or Agile certifications preferred
  • What's in it for you?
  • Be part of an evolutionary journey in the audience measurement and data space; work on exciting projects, add value & make a positive impact to our Company.
  • Competitive salary, benefits package, group savings and retirement program. (Health and Dental employer paid premiums).
  • Flexible Work location (on-site offices in Toronto, Montreal and Richmond, remote – work from home, hybrid as required per role).
  • Education Reimbursement: For those wishing to pursue additional professional development, funding up to $1000 per year is offered (some conditions apply).
  • Continuous learning and development via Percipio, our Learning Management System.
  • Be part of additional programs such as MentorMe, which helps our employee’s network, and grow within the organization. 
  • Leadership Training offerings for new and emerging leaders.
  • Culture of great teams, coworkers and supportive leadership.
  • Perkopolis: Participation in a program that provides exclusive discounts on products and services to employees. Perks include shopping discounts, movie tickets, services, event/show tickets and much more!
  • Values

    Data-driven : Driving intelligence through data 
    Conscious Transparency: Bringing transparency in a world dominated by Walled-Gardens   
    Collaboration through trust: Working together towards achieving common goals   
    People first: Increased employee experiences through flexibility and providing a voice for everyone   
    Commitment to the best: Bringing the best solutions to Canada 

    Numeris is an equal opportunity employer

    We are committed to creating an accessible environment for all our employees and foster a culture that focuses on diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We believe that a diverse workforce helps everyone contribute in meaningful ways towards our shared success. 

    Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

    • Education Stipend: Funding up to $1000 per year is offered for those wishing to pursue additional professional development.
    • Employee discounts through Perkopolis: Participation in a program that provides exclusive discounts on products and services to employees. Perks include shopping discounts, movie tickets, services, event/show tickets and much more!
    • Remote-Friendly: Flexible Work location (on-site offices in Toronto, Montreal and Richmond, remote – work from home, hybrid as required per role).

    Numeris brings clarity and understanding of Canadians’ audience behaviours to an evolving cross-media landscape with their measurement solutions.

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