Job ID: 59640
Job Category: Project Management
Division & Section: Transportation Services, Business Performance
Work Location: Scarborough Civic Centre, 150 Borough Drive
Job Type & Duration: Full-time, 1 Temporary (18 months) vacancy
Salary: $113,683.00 – $155,216.00
Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
Affiliation: Non-Union
Number of Positions Open: 1
Posting Period: 09-SEP-2025 to 30-SEP-2025

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Project Manager (SPM) reports to the Unit Manager and will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, while leading projects that align with divisional goals. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager (Audit/Compliance) to manage a diverse portfolio of audit and compliance review projects within the CCU. The ideal candidate is a strategic and dynamic leader with a proven ability to manage complex assignments, mentor teams, and deliver results. They will be expected to take ownership of projects, demonstrate sound judgment, and navigate challenges independently, ensuring high standards of quality, accountability, and stakeholder coordination throughout all phases of project execution.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Accounting, Business Administration, or Public Administration), and/or significant experience in a related field. A professional designation such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), or a relevant certification in auditing, risk management, or project management (e.g., CRMA, PMP) would be considered an asset.
• Extensive experience in managing and delivering complex, high-impact initiatives—including internal audits, compliance reviews, and business process assessments—from initiation through to final reporting while engaging with diverse stakeholders.
• Extensive experience in supervising and developing high-performing teams, with a strong focus on coaching, delegation, and performance management. Fosters an inclusive, collaborative, and results-driven team culture that supports continuous learning, accountability, and professional growth.
• Demonstrates proficiency in internal audit methodologies, practices, and techniques, with a strong understanding of risk management principles and their practical applications.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions and lead teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Proven ability to lead organizational change initiatives with a focus on critical thinking, flexibility, and responsiveness in dynamic environments. Significant experience in managing change processes in either the public or private sector.
• Demonstrates a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service through innovative thinking and a deep understanding of internal and external stakeholder needs.
• Advanced proficiency in computer applications and relevant software (e.g., MS Office Suite, Visio, Microsoft Office 365, Maximo, Jira), with the ability to adapt to new technologies and systems as needed.
• Strong commitment to upholding the mission, values, and principles of the Toronto Public Service, with a demonstrated ability to act with professionalism, ethics, and integrity in all interactions and decision-making processes.