Location: Ottawa, ON (Hybrid, 2 days on-site)
Language: English, strong written and verbal communication required; French is an asset
Duration: 3-month contract
About the Opportunity
This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You will play a central role in driving complex projects forward, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational priorities.
Working within a mission-driven environment, you will partner with cross-functional teams including subject matter experts, researchers, and program leaders. Your ability to bring structure, clarity, and proactive problem-solving will directly contribute to successful project outcomes and meaningful organizational impact.
What’s In It for You
Join a team that values collaboration, adaptability, and continuous improvement. You will gain exposure to complex, multi-stakeholder projects while working alongside experienced professionals in a supportive and dynamic setting. This is a great opportunity to further strengthen your project delivery expertise and contribute to impactful initiatives.
Your Responsibilities
• You’ll lead project planning activities, defining scope, timelines, budgets, and key deliverables
• In this role, you’ll coordinate cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment on milestones and objectives
• You’ll monitor project progress, proactively identifying risks and recommending solutions to keep initiatives on track
• You’ll manage project budgets and resources, escalating issues and providing regular updates to leadership
• You’ll facilitate project meetings, communicate updates, and ensure all stakeholders remain informed
• You’ll support project close-out activities, capturing insights, reporting on KPIs, and contributing to continuous improvement
Skills and Qualifications
• 6+ years of experience as a Project Manager, supported by a PMP certification and relevant undergraduate degree
• Proven experience applying project management methodologies and best practices
• Strong proficiency with MS Project or similar project management tools
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset
• Experience in research or healthcare environments is considered an asset
Why Partner with Altis
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