Agilus is recruiting for a Project Manager IT in the Insurance in a hybrid work environment in Toronto, Ontario. The Project Manager will apply high-quality project management methodologies and best practices to oversee a diverse portfolio of projects, including those of significant complexity and scale at both the program and project levels. A typical day: Plan, manage, and successfully deliver multiple complex and high-profile projects simultaneously. Lead project teams and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in scope. Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and work breakdown structures. Conduct post-project evaluations to ensure defined success criteria are met. Identify, evaluate, and mitigate project risks; communicate risk management strategies to stakeholders. Monitor project financials, resolve issues promptly, and provide regular status updates to leadership. Oversee implementation efforts and transition processes to address business risks effectively. Leverage the strengths of project team members through effective leadership and collaboration. Manage stakeholder expectations while aligning projects with overall business goals. Utilize knowledge of emerging technologies and evolving business practices to support project delivery. Influence and negotiate to gain stakeholder support and reach consensus. Foster strong relationships with stakeholders to anticipate and mitigate potential risks. Demonstrate an understanding of business needs and provide insights and recommendations to ensure organizational success. Mentor other project managers in methodology and challenge resolution. Support the ongoing improvement of project management practices across the organization. Successful candidates will have: 5–10 years of experience in project management, with a track record of successfully delivering complex business and IT projects. PMP certification and/or Agile/Scrum certification or equivalent experience. Bachelor’s degree required; MBA is an asset. Experience managing IT Infrastructure or Application Development projects. Familiarity with life insurance products, systems, and industry-specific processes, including New Business and In-Force administration, is required. Solid understanding of IT systems and technologies. Experience working with both Agile and Waterfall development methodologies. Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects. Deep knowledge of project management methodologies with the ability to guide project planning, identify technical risks, and evaluate alternative solutions. Ability to prioritize issues based on business needs, technical constraints, and user impact. Strong collaboration skills and ability to thrive in a team environment. Proven leadership and the ability to influence cross-functional teams effectively. Skilled in managing project timelines, budgets, and critical paths. Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and manage tasks in a dynamic environment. Experience managing project finances, including budgeting and cost-benefit analysis. Exceptional organizational and planning abilities. Strong problem-solving skills, especially under tight deadlines, with a focus on quality and detail. Excellent interpersonal skills for communication across all organizational levels, including senior leadership. Sound decision-making skills to resolve project issues effectively. Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, and facilitation skills. Proficient in stakeholder management, conflict resolution, and negotiation. Extensive experience using project planning tools such as Microsoft Project, Visio, Azure DevOps, JIRA, and Office 365. Skilled in systems implementation, including requirement gathering, design, testing, training, change management, and support. Committed to continuous improvement in project delivery and methodologies. Soft skills: Strong soft skills required Total rewards: 12 month contract