MONTREAL OR THORNHILL

The Opportunity:

Our global company is seeking an experienced IT program manager to lead M&A programs across multiple countries. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the technical integration of systems, applications, and infrastructure for our M&A programs, while ensuring compliance with security and regulatory standards.

Why WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• Our Hybrid Work Policy - a combination of in-person and remote working, enables us to purposefully think of how we work, who we need to work with, and where the work should be done.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP

A day in the life:

• Lead the technical integration of systems, applications, and infrastructure for M&A programs across multiple countries, ensuring that IT solutions align with business goals and objectives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business stakeholders, IT teams, legal, and finance, to develop and execute project plans
• Define and manage the scope, schedule, and budget for M&A programs, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and security standards, including GDPR, CCPA, and SOX, across all M&A programs
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the organization, including senior management and external partners
• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of emerging technologies and trends in M&A integration, and identify opportunities for process improvements
• Manage program risks and issues, and develop mitigation plans to ensure program success
• Ensure effective communication across all teams and stakeholders, and provide regular program status updates and reporting

What you'll bring to WSP ...

• PMI Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) or equivalent certification
• Experienced and stewardship skill working in enterprise IT organizations
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred
• 7+ years of experience in managing complex IT programs, including M&A integrations, across multiple countries
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, systems, and applications, and experience with cloud-based technologies such as Azure
• Knowledge of security and regulatory standards, including GDPR, CCPA, and SOX
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders across all levels of the organization
• Strong project management skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams and managing budgets, schedules, and scope
• Experience in change management and ability to lead teams through complex transformational changes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify risks and issues and develop effective mitigation plans
• Experience in a global company environment and working across multiple time zones
• If you are passionate about driving IT innovation, have a strong technical background, and are interested in working on M&A programs across multiple countries, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration.