Project Manager (People/Investments) - Jobs in Toronto, ON

Job Description

OUR COMPANY BACKGROUND & CULTUREThe UPP is a new, jointly sponsored pension plan that serves all active, retired, and deferred members and beneficiaries of the five current pension plans of the founding institutions - Queen’s University, the University of Guelph, and the University of Toronto. UPP serves more than 35,000 members and manages assets of approximately $10.5 billion. The UPP is an exciting and ground-breaking pension start-up, intended to help enhance the long-term sustainability of defined benefit pension plans in the university sector for generations to come. Drawing on the decades of experience of our predecessors, our commitment is to protect the stability of our members’ pensions and deliver service excellence to our members and employers.Our people drive performance. We live a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion – across race, place, gender expression, sexual identity, and cultures. The ability to bring your whole self to work drives performance. We actively look for talent that shares this commitment to inclusion and connectedness.Due to COVID-19 all roles are currently home-based. Eventually, this role will be based in downtown Toronto, with some work-from-home flexibility.THE ROLEReporting to the Managing Director, Strategic Initiatives Delivery, the Project Manager will manage complex projects, processes, tools, and activities in support of the People and/or Investments functions under the Strategic Initiatives Portfolio.This role will work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across the project lifecycle. You will collaborate with business and IT leaders to ensure the successful execution and delivery of initiatives at every phase. You will oversee the work of teams across the organization, driving focus and high-quality deliverables. You will work closely with business partners to understand their needs; developing solutions that enable positive business outcomes.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:In partnership with the MD, other PMs and UPP leaders, the PM is responsible for overseeing and manage the end-to-end execution of medium to high complexity projects with high impact within UPP. They will lead the execution and delivery of projects across the lifecycle, establishing cooperation and alignment between cross-functional teams. There focus will be on effective planning, obtaining client satisfaction, and achieving business goals. In this capacity, they will:

• Manage cross-functional stakeholders to collect their inputs and ensure their commitment in your project and its timely delivery
• Support the development of project proposal, charters, plans, schedules, resource plans, business plans, and performance metrics
• Understand and solve complex problems that stretch over multiple parts of the business
• Analyze and present data to provide solid recommendations for the project to the senior leadership team
• Deliver high-quality projects that satisfy customer requirements on-time and on-budget
• Oversee the successful completion of project milestones by cross-functional teams
• Manage budgets and resources throughout the lifecycle
• Identify, manage, and resolve risks and issues proactively to enable team delivery
• Balance the needs of the project, the client, and the organization, managing tradeoffs between scope, time, cost, and quality
• Collaborate closely with clients and stakeholders to understand their business objectives, challenges, and opportunities
• Monitor and report on project progress and business value gained
• Accommodate the needs of clients and stakeholders appropriately and efficiently
• Communicate with clients and stakeholders in a manner that’s poised and professional.
• Clearly and promptly communicate project details and updates to the appropriate teams, stakeholders, and oversight bodies.
• Support regular reporting to UPP’s Strategic Initiative’s Management Committee and other leadership forums as required.
• Support change management efforts to ensure optimal project impact
• Contribute to a high performing atmosphere and positive work environment through teaming, respect, and open communication

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Undergraduate degree in preferably in business, engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience leading complex process and technology-enabled initiatives, ideally at an enterprise organization or a consulting firm.
• Experience working in investments or people (human resources) initiatives would be a real asset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, start-up environment and execute while maintaining momentum and fluidity
• Demonstrated success directing projects across multiple product lines and business units.
• Comfortable owning projects across the lifecycle and are excellent at planning, executing, controlling, and reporting on multi-faceted initiatives.
• Experience working within a matrix environment, can build strong cross-functional relationships and always go the extra mile to satisfy your clients
• Experience in preparing and presenting to Steering Committee – Risks, Issues and Financials
• Experience with building a business case with overall cost, benefits, project artifacts, detailed plan and obtaining approvals from multiple stakeholders
• Outcome-focused self-starter willing to do what it takes to achieve business goals and meet client needs.
• Effective collaboration and relationship management skills, including the ability to strengthen relationships with varied stakeholders
• Excellent oral communication skills and professional writing, editing and media skills.
• Ability to display a commitment to and advocate for accessibility, diversity, and inclusion

ATTRIBUTES:

• A confident, versatile communicator who can connect with, and adapt to, an array of audiences.
• A natural relationship-builder who will ask thoughtful questions, listen intently, and engage stakeholders in a way that builds trust and credibility.
• A balance of EQ and IQ.
• A high degree of self-motivation, professionalism, and integrity.
• Committed to continuous growth and innovation.
• Organized, resourceful and able to manage multiple projects and processes across departments in a collegial and professional manner.
• You believe in delivering quality solutions. Meeting the client need is your highest priority.
• You are able to set the tone and direction of the team, but you are also able to actively listen to the team.
• A leader who addresses risk before they become issues

PERSONALITY TRAITS:

• Self-driven
• Humble
• Strong work ethic
• Passion for learning
• Empathetic
• Collaborative
• Authentic
• Personable
• Confident

UPP is pleased to offer accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for a job opportunity, or are contacted by UPP regarding a job opportunity, please advise of any accommodations you may require.Quick Apply

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