We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead a major ERP implementation while also managing a portfolio of strategic and operational IT initiatives for a Victoria based client of ours. This role partners closely with business and technology leaders to deliver high-impact programs with strong execution discipline.

Approximately 50% of this role will focus on the ERP program, with the remaining time supporting infrastructure, security, and data-related projects. This is a delivery-focused position requiring strong collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and hands-on project leadership.

This contract opportunity is open to candidates remotely but will require ocassional travel to Victoria, BC to work on-site for key meetings and has an initial term of 12-months.

Key Responsibilities

ERP Program Leadership

• Lead end-to-end delivery of the ERP implementation from detailed design through build, testing, and go-live
• Facilitate value stream mapping and business process mapping sessions to document current-state and design future-state workflows
• Establish and maintain ERP governance, delivery approach, and working cadence
• Develop and manage integrated project plans, schedules, dependencies, and milestones
• Partner closely with the ERP vendor/system integrator, coordinating daily activities and managing deliverables and timelines
• Coordinate internal SMEs across design, configuration, testing, and deployment phases
• Produce and maintain high-quality project artifacts, including:
• Business and functional requirements
• Process and solution designs
• Configuration and build documentation
• Test strategies, scripts, and execution plans
• Cutover and launch readiness materials
• Plan and manage system testing, integration testing, and UAT, ensuring issues are tracked and resolved
• Support go-live readiness and stabilization, enabling a smooth transition to steady-state operations

IT Project Delivery

• Lead a portfolio of infrastructure, security, and data initiatives
• Translate technical inputs into structured project plans and measurable outcomes
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, risks, issues, and dependencies across concurrent projects
• Balance strategic and operational workstreams while maintaining focus on business value

Stakeholder Engagement & Governance

• Provide clear project visibility and decision support to executive leadership
• Prepare and present updates to the ERP Steering Committee
• Participate in bi-weekly IT governance meetings to support prioritization and coordination
• Proactively identify risks and facilitate mitigation discussions
• Build trusted relationships across Finance, IT, and business teams

Project Controls & Reporting

• Maintain project documentation repositories (SharePoint)
• Develop dashboards, executive summaries, and status reporting
• Ensure plans and documentation are current and audit-ready
• Contribute to continuous improvement of project delivery practices

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Significant experience leading complex, cross-functional projects
• Nice-to-have hands-on experience delivering at least one full-cycle ERP implementation
• Proven vendor and system integrator management experience
• Experience in finance-intensive environments (finance, investment management, professional services) is a strong asset

Skills & Attributes

• Collaborative, delivery-focused project leader
• Strong organizational skills with high standards for documentation and follow-through
• Pragmatic application of project management methodologies
• Confident communicator with experience presenting to senior leaders
• Strong problem-solving mindset with a partnership-oriented approach
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments
• PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications are assets but not required

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

Questions? Call your local office at 1.888.490.4429. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.

Only job postings for jobs located in Quebec appear in French.

© 2025 Robert Half. By clicking “Apply,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.