Director, IT PMO (Project Management Office – Information Technology) at Cima Canada Inc

Montreal, Quebec, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Governance, Demand Management, Budget Management, Agile, Waterfall, Leadership, Coaching, Analytical Skills, Communication, Influencing, Diplomacy, Strategic Mindset, IT Portfolio Management, Continuous Improvement, Bilingualism

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

Company Description Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do. Welcome to people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects. We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you. When you join CIMA+, we welcome you to a place that you can call home. Job Description The IT PMO Director is responsible for governance, demand management, and the oversight of all technological projects within the organization. He/she ensures alignment between demand prioritization, IT projects, business priorities, and the overall organizational strategy. This position plays a key role in optimizing resources, improving project management processes, and maximizing the value delivered through IT investments. Primary Responsibilities Governance and Strategy: Define and maintain the IT project portfolio governance framework Align the project and demand portfolio with business strategy and organizational objectives Prioritize demands based on added value, risks, and organizational capacity Establish and monitor PMO performance indicators (KPIs, ROI, expected benefits, etc.) Portfolio and Project Management: Oversee the entire IT project portfolio in terms of budget, timelines, risks, quality, and benefits Support project managers in the planning, execution, and closure of projects Implement and maintain project management tools, methodologies, and standards (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid, etc.) Manage inter-project dependencies and resolve cross-functional issues Leadership and Coaching: Supervise, train, and motivate IT project managers and PMO analysts Foster a high-performing, results-oriented project management culture Advise senior management on best practices and trends in IT portfolio management Budgeting and Performance: Manage the overall budget for the IT project portfolio Produce performance reports, profitability analyses, and executive dashboards Identify opportunities to optimize costs and maximize benefits Continuous Improvement: Assess PMO maturity and propose continuous improvement initiatives Update processes, templates, and tools in line with evolving needs Promote innovation and agility in IT project management Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience Master’s degree in Management (MBA) or Information Technology is an asset Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in IT project and portfolio management Proven experience in establishing and leading an IT PMO Exposure to Agile, DevOps, Cloud, and digital transformation environments Strong command of project management methodologies (PMBOK, PRINCE2, Agile, SAFe) In-depth knowledge of PMO tools (MS Project, Jira, Clarity, Power BI, etc.) Excellent analytical and budget management skills Inspiring leadership and strong political acumen Outstanding communication, influencing, and diplomacy skills Strategic mindset with a comprehensive understanding of IT and business issues Results-oriented, rigorous, and capable of managing complexity Bilingualism (English/French, oral and written): bilingualism is a key requirement for this position, as it enables effective collaboration with our diverse stakeholders For more information, please contact Ibrahima Amadou LY #LI-Hybrid At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don't meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success. Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you: Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week Employee and Family Assistance Program Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode Work/Life balance policy across Canada 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience Tailored training to improve your existing skills Additional Information CIMA+ uses an applicant tracking system that includes an automated match score feature. However, this score is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made through human review. Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.). In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment. Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request. Find out about The CIMA+ advantage - CIMA+.

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Responsibilities

The IT PMO Director is responsible for governance, demand management, and oversight of all technological projects within the organization. This role ensures alignment between demand prioritization, IT projects, business priorities, and the overall organizational strategy.