13 Nov
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British Columbia Institute of Technology
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Winnipeg
13 Nov
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Winnipeg
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ITS Project Management Office regular, full time (1.0 FTE ) Project Coordinator (Senior Systems Analyst). This position coordinates assigned workstream projects to support the delivery and upgrades to system applications, technology solutions and to support the delivery of their interrelated overarching broader ITS technology projects. Coordinates operational project activities and partnership involvement.
Ensures assigned workstream projects are planned in alignment with the broader projects and are delivered on schedule. Acts as the point of contact for the assigned projects and ensures issues, risks, and status updates are proactively recorded and communicated to Portfolio Managers, Manager, Project Management Office and/or interested parties.Works with the Portfolio Manager and/or Manager, Project Management Office to align the project plans to the broader Portfolio projects or department plans, aligning key activities and delivery dates.Researches and identifies the assigned project’s scope, timelines and resources needed for the activities within it.
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Institute templates to draft it’s charter and work break down structures. Sends drafts to the Manager and leadership team(s) for approvals and for leaders to incorporate into broader Project Charters or overarching portfolio/department plans that support them in determining Project resourcing and sourcing.Works closely with internal partners to plan the steps within the projects and to coordinate the related functional activities that deliver to the planned stages within the project(s).Works with the Manager, Project Management Office to ensure adherence to BCIT’s standard project methodology as set out by the overarching project tracking, reporting and procedures.Acts as a liaison between Portfolio Manager and/or Manager Project Management Office and the assigned project teams. Ensures communication and critical information flows are delivered to the respective parties to ensure a cohesive and smooth delivery of project activities, deliverables and milestones.Coordinates the project activities with work teams and involved parties to ensure activities are actioned and completed according to plans.
Escalates significant concerns to the Portfolio Manager and/or Manager Project Management Office and highlights potential impacts to the delivery of the project. Ensures continual cross-communication is occurring between parties at all stages of the project.Tracks scheduling and resourcing use, ensuring projects remain within the project plans and are delivered on time. Works with invested parties, functional teams and client groups to identify and address issues, concerns and roadblocks, documenting and escalating to the Portfolio Manager and/or Manager Project Management Office as appropriate.Produces status reports to inform the broader portfolio’s project status.
Collaborates with project teams, subject matter individuals, IT colleagues and interrelated teams across BCIT to ensure activities are successfully delivered and adhere to project scope.Aligns related project activities/tasks to project team members and the workplans to sprint cycles and/or schedules. Identifies any potential conflicts, risks, deficiencies or resourcing issues. Adjusts and coordinates project activity plans accordingly.
Acts as a project resource and point of contact to help find solutions and to address issues, coordinate between parties and elevate concerns that impact the progress of the projects workflow activities and their potential impact to the project milestones.Participates in committees as a project representative, participating in project evaluations and presentations. Collaborates and communicates with individuals and teams across the Information Technology Services and project teams to help ensure cross-functional teamwork, engagement and project success.Raises concerns with Portfolio Manager and/or Manager, Project Management Office where conflict may occur and where deficiencies may need to be addressed.Logs workflow progress,
ensuring the status and risks are captured accordingly to ensure information is captured for project reporting and logged on risk register.Works collaboratively with interrelated project teams and the Change Management team to ensure information and communication flows are being addressed and delivered in the most effective and efficient manner.Plans end-of project hand offs. Works with Change champions and Change Management team for the successful implementation of the changes and to assist in the delivery of appropriate communication and/or training.Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or relevant discipline.A minimum of 6 years of current relevant experience in an Information Technology environment similar to BCIT, including at least 4 of the last 6 years in a similar position.Experience as an Agile Scrum Master is preferred.Familiarity of the functional area the project supports, with an understanding.Knowledge of systems and applications within the functional area of the project.Proven commitment to providing and maintaining the highest level of customer service.Effective oral and written communication skills to be able to clearly communicate and describe technical issues to varying audiences.The ability to learn quickly and apply new knowledge and techniques.Commitment to regular ongoing professional development (including leadership and specific IT skills, professional associations, and current industry trends).Competitive payMinimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our pension plan with employer contributionsFlexible hybrid work arrangements availableAccess to most BCIT Flexible Learning equity, diversity, and inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring individuals who have been historically underrepresented in our workforce, BCIT, and the larger community.
We strongly encourage Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+ to apply. While all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.Accessibility is an integral part of BCIT’s commitment to equity and inclusion.
Posting Category Information
Systems / TechnologyDepartment Campus Location Burnaby campusBargaining Unit Bargaining Unit BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
This means the successful candidate must be able to and willing to relocate to the Lower Mainland. I currently reside in the Lower MainlandI do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland, however I am willing and able to relocate if found to be the successful candidateI do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland and I am unwilling to relocate #
📌 Project Coordinator (Senior Systems Analyst) (Winnipeg)
🏢 British Columbia Institute of Technology
📍 Winnipeg