IT Project Manager (Contract Opportunity) - Edmonton, Alberta (Onsite)

IT Project Manager (Contract Opportunity)

Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada (Onsite)
Duration: 24 Months (Extension up to 12 Months Possible)
Work Type: Contract

Overview

"Navitas Partners, LLC" is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to support multiple concurrent initiatives focused on case management systems and digital service delivery. This role involves end-to-end project coordination, technical oversight, and operational support across system enhancements, reporting, and modernization efforts.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in public sector or enterprise IT environments, with expertise in system implementation, testing coordination, stakeholder engagement, and data/reporting processes.

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination & Delivery

• Support planning, coordination, and execution of system enhancements and releases
• Maintain project documentation (RFCs, requirements, test records, decision logs)
• Coordinate testing cycles including UAT, defect tracking, and deployment readiness
• Provide functional support for case management systems and escalate technical issues
• Ensure alignment with organizational standards and digital delivery practices

Data, Reporting & Analytics

• Perform data validation, quality assurance, and integrity checks
• Gather reporting requirements and develop dashboards/metrics
• Produce and distribute reports aligned with operational needs
• Identify trends, risks, and data inconsistencies with mitigation strategies

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Coordinate meetings, agendas, and action tracking
• Communicate project updates, risks, and decisions to leadership
• Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and business stakeholders
• Support change management and communication strategies

Digital Platforms & Website Coordination

• Maintain and update digital content across websites and portals
• Prepare and manage Requests for Change (RFC) and Service (RFS)
• Coordinate UAT for digital updates and ensure stakeholder sign-off
• Troubleshoot platform issues and coordinate resolutions

Operational & Administrative Support

• Provide coordination support to leadership and cross-functional teams
• Align system updates with business and program requirements
• Support system users and facilitate communication between technical and business teams
• Contribute to modernization and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of IT Project Management experience
• 8+ years developing project plans and documentation
• 8+ years stakeholder collaboration and cross-functional coordination
• 5+ years experience with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies
• 5+ years experience in change management and system implementation
• 5+ years experience in complex IT system integration and analysis
• Strong experience in project governance and reporting
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives

Certifications (Required)

• Active PMP Certification (or equivalent)
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) – Required

Nice to Have

• Experience with case management systems
• Experience in data integration (healthcare or enterprise systems preferred)
• Public sector or regulatory environment experience
• Experience with reporting tools and analytics