Career Opportunity:

Transformation & Implementation Project Manager – Edmonton

Formed in 1952, CLAC is a national union representing over 60,000 workers in almost every sector of the economy. Based on values of respect, dignity, and fairness, CLAC is committed to building better workplaces, better communities, and better lives. CLAC is an affiliated member of the World Organisation of Workers.

We are currently accepting resumes for a Transformation & Implementation Project Manager to join the Benefits and Retirement Team. This is a full-time, temporary 24-month contract position in our Edmonton Member Centre.

Job Summary:

The Transformation & Implementation Project Manager is responsible for coordinating the implementation of the CLAC Benefits & Retirement team future state structure operating model. Working closely with the Benefits & Retirement Director, this position develops and monitors progress, supports change activities, and provides project management to ensures delivery aligns with approved priorities, timelines, and objectives. This position also includes multi-jurisdictional responsibilities with travel.

Key Responsibilities:

Implementation Planning and Coordination

- Supports the Benefits & Retirement Director in setting priorities, monitoring progress, and maintaining alignment with approved implementation objectives.
- Develops and maintains implementation plans for the CLAC Benefits & Retirement team future state structure and the operating model.
- Coordinates activities, timelines, priorities, and dependencies across functional areas to ensure alignment with implementation phases and a consistent approach to changes.
- Monitors project progress and adjust plans to address risks, priorities, and emerging needs.
- Identifies dependencies, risks, and resource needs, working with the Benefits & Retirement Director to address issues impacting progress.

Project Management and Reporting

- Develops and maintains project management tools, documentation and methodologies to support project implementation.
- Maintains project schedules, action items, decision logs, and risk/issue registers.
- Monitors project progress and escalates risks, issues, and dependencies as needed.
- Prepares updates, reports, and summaries to support governance and decision-making.




- Tracks deliverables and follows up on outstanding actions to ensure milestone achievement.
- Provides analysis and recommendations to support planning, reporting, and decision-making.

Communication and Change Coordination

- Develops and coordinates communication and engagement plans to support project implementation.
- Ensures timely, consistent project updates and materials.
- Prepares implementation materials, presentations, meeting agendas, and supporting documentation.
- Coordinates, and facilitates, meetings, workshops, and engagement activities.
- Gathers feedback, and adapts communication and engagement, approaches to support project implementation.
- Supports adoption of changes through ongoing communication and engagement activities.

Operational Readiness and Transition Coordination

- Coordinates activities to prepare the Benefits & Retirement team for transition to the future state operating model.
- Assesses readiness across processes, tools, documentation, and team preparedness, identifying gaps.
- Coordinates the rollout of new processes, documentation, tools, and practices.
- Monitors project implementation and recommends adjustments to support transition success.
- Coordinates the development of resources to support consistent implementation and readiness.
- Captures lessons learned and provides recommendations to support future implementation and the ongoing improvements.

Qualifications:

- University degree with a specialization in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) designation.
- Minimum 5+ years’ experience developing, coordinating and implementing complex projects and business transformation initiatives.
- Experience working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders to coordinate activities and achieve project objectives.
- Experience preparing project plans, reports, presentations, and communications for leadership and project teams.

Skills and Experience:

- Excellent planning, organization,



and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and competing demands.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills resulting in strong risk mitigation and practical solution recommendations.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills across organization levels and audiences.
- Strong facilitation and meeting management skills, with the ability to coordinate workshops, working sessions, and implementation activities.
- Capable of organizing complex information and translating it into clear implementation plans, communications, and supporting materials.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to monitor progress, track deliverables, and follow through on commitments.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.

Reporting and Accountability:

This position reports directly to the Benefits and Retirement Director.

Compensation:

The annual salary will range from $87,868 to $125,526.

To Apply:

Please submit your cover letter and resume to Jim Doornbos, Benefits and Retirement Director at [email protected] and indicate in your application where you came across the position.

Application Deadline: August 21, 2026

Approximate Start Date: As soon as possible

CLAC offers a competitive wage and excellent benefit package, as well as the opportunity to work in a dynamic, rewarding, and challenging workplace community.

More information on CLAC can be found at www.clac.ca.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Please note that artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used at certain stages of our recruitment and selection process.

CLAC is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, we will work with you to meet your needs.

Pay: $87,868.00-$125,526.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Edmonton, AB T5V 1B8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

- Leading complex projects & business transformation: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Project Management Skilled (PMP) designation (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Transformation & Implementation Project Manager (Edmonton)
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