Job Title:
Senior IT Project Manager – Infrastructure & Technology (Office Move)Job Type:
6-month Contract (with potential extension)Start Date:
As early as May 1, 2026Location:
Downtown Calgary, AB (onsite required, especially closer to move date)Hours:
Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PMRate:
$60/hr T4 OR $70/hour Inc.Overview
Our client is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to lead a large-scale office relocation initiative focused on IT infrastructure and end‑user technology for a head office environment in downtown Calgary. This role will be responsible for ensuring a seamless, low‑risk transition of all IT systems, infrastructure, and user workstations to a newly constructed office space, with minimal disruption to business operations. This is a hands‑on, delivery‑focused role, requiring strong technical coordination, vendor management, and onsite leadership throughout planning, execution, and stabilization phases.Project Context
Office relocation for a primary corporate/head officeNew site currently under construction (design/build in progress)Target move window: Late Fall (October, subject to change)Preferred approach: Phased/staggered move to allow testing and validationHigh emphasis on risk mitigation, testing, and business continuityKey Responsibilities
Own and manage the end‑to‑end IT relocation project plan, including timelines, milestones, and deliverablesAct as the single point of accountability for all IT‑related move activitiesDrive decision‑making around phased versus single‑day cutover strategyDevelop and maintain risk registers, dependency tracking, and mitigation plansOversee planning and execution across network infrastructure, backend systems,



hardware deployment, and stagingEnsure infrastructure readiness prior to move‑in, including testing, validation, firewall setup, network configuration, and NAC validationTrack and manage hardware procurement, vendor quotes, approvals, and purchase timelines while monitoring long‑lead items and escalating risks earlyCoordinate closely with construction teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure infrastructure delivery aligns with IT requirements prior to handoverLead move‑day execution planning and coordination, ensuring a seamless plug‑and‑play experience for end usersOversee workstation setup, including monitors, docks, peripherals, and specialized configurations such as trading environmentsCoordinate transportation and setup of IT equipment in collaboration with movers and internal teamsDefine and execute pre‑move staging and testing plans, as well as post‑move validation, issue triage, and stabilization effortsLead the hyper‑care period post‑move to ensure rapid resolution of any issues impacting business operationsManage specialized workstation environments, including Bloomberg terminals, check printing systems, and custom configurations,



ensuring compatibility and readinessConduct pre‑move inventory and technical validation of all equipment and configurationsAssess, recommend, and coordinate additional technical resources required for network testing, workstation deployment, and move‑day supportRequired Qualifications
8+ years of experience as a Senior IT Project Manager within enterprise environmentsProven experience leading office relocation or IT infrastructure migration projectsStrong understanding of network infrastructure, including LAN, Wi‑Fi, firewalls, and network security conceptsExperience managing end‑user computing environments, hardware deployments, and staging processesDemonstrated ability to manage vendors, procurement processes, and complex project dependenciesStrong experience working in rapid‑paced environments with tight timelines and multiple stakeholdersComfortable working onsite and taking a hands‑on approach during critical phases of the projectExcellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving skillsExperience coordinating cross‑functional technical teams and driving project execution from planning through stabilizationNice‑to‑Have
Experience supporting trading floor or highly specialized workstation environmentsFamiliarity with Network Access Control (NAC) implementationsBackground in financial services or high‑availability enterprise environmentsPMP or equivalent certificationSuccess Criteria
Seamless transition with minimal business disruptionFully functional infrastructure and systems ready at go‑liveStrong end‑user experience with plug‑and‑play workstation readinessEffective risk management with no critical failures during cutover
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📌 Senior Information Technology Project Manager (Winnipeg)
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