21 Oct
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Accommodations Plus International
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Markham
21 Oct
Accommodations Plus International
Markham
Technical Implementation Project Manager
Who We Are
Accommodations Plus International (API) is a technology and services company focused on driving innovation across the travel and transportation industry. We partner with organizations in the airline, cruise, and rail sectors to deliver solutions that improve layover operations, enhance customer experience, and support long-term growth.
Our mission is to make layovers simpler and more efficient for crew members—and we bring that to life through deep industry expertise and a practical, results-driven approach.
Today, API’s platform powers over 18 million crew room nights each year for 100+ airlines and travel operators worldwide. Our Global Reach ensures that airline crews are rested, transported, and connected so global aviation runs on time.
At API, we’re building a culture rooted in succeeding and thriving together. It’s a place where people are encouraged to take ownership, develop their skills, and contribute to work that matters.
If you’re looking to grow your career in a company that values steady progress, real impact, and long-term development, we’d like to meet you
Position Overview
The Senior Implementation Project Director plays a critical role in successfully delivering API products and processes within client environments. Reporting to the Vice President of Project Management, the IPM serves as the single point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle – from initial planning to successful go-live and post go-live review. The ideal candidate has a strong background in project management, excellent client-facing skills and experience managing complex implementations,
ensuring smooth execution without requiring deep technical involvement.
Success in this Role
- Builds and maintains positive working relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams through clear and effective communication.
- Plans and executes implementation activities to ensure milestones and deliverables are completed on time.
- Identifies potential risks early and escalates issues promptly to minimize impact on project delivery.
What You'll Do
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Implementation Readiness:Establishinternal and external documentation frameworks, including project folders, stakeholder contactplansand client introductory decks.
- Project Planning & Execution: Develop and manage detailed project plans, high-level timelines and governance packs using tools like Microsoft Project.
- Client Collaboration: Prepare kickoff materials, lead onsite and remote discoverysessionsand align deliverables with clientobjectives.
- Stakeholder Communication: Act as the primary liaison between internal teams, vendors, and clients, ensuring clear communication and alignment onobjectives.
- Process Management: Support Business Integrations in drafting Implementation Requirements Documents (IRD) and catalogues,
covering business rules, workflows, and system integration requirements.
- UAT Support: Oversee user acceptance testing, ensuring feedback is captured and sign-off achieved.
- Pre-Go-Live Excellence: Develop comprehensive pre-go-live checklists and conduct robust post-implementation reviews.
- Risk Management: Proactivelyidentifyrisks, triage issues, and drive escalation or resolution as needed.
- Team Leadership: Manage resources, timelines, and project financials to ensure on-target delivery.
What You’ll Bring
Minimum Qualifications
- Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong yet flexible execution focus with attention to detail and a results-driven mindset.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in rapid-paced, deadline-driven environments.
- Full fluency in English (additional languages, particularly in Latin America and Asia, are a plus).
- Willingness to travel when required.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in projec t management, preferably in process implementation or client services.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management or a related field.
- Desired PMP Certification or equivalent.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, during normal core business hours. Flexibility is required to support global customers, and occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Supervisory Responsibility
None
Travel Requirements
Approximatel y 15% of travel is required. There is a need to be present for client kic
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