Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, the IT Project Director be responsible for overseeing the successful completion of a variety of complex IT projects and programs with cross-functional operational impact to our Long-Term Care, Home Care, and corporate operating divisions . The Project Director will be a hands-on leader, responsible for leading the full project lifecycle management and managing project delivery teams.

This position will be based at our Head Office in Markham, Ontario. Extendicare offers a hybrid working environment.

Key responsibilities include:

The Project Director will be responsible for leading multiple simultaneous projects and will require a high degree of skill in prioritization and problem-solving.
Manage overall IT Capital Project budget across the business
Lead IT project delivery team including mentoring and coaching of direct reports
Accountable for all project objectives which may include vendor contracting and management, solution design and implementation, communication and change management planning.
The Project Director will be required to lead the stakeholder engagement activities and lead cross-functional meetings, obtaining buy-in from all key stakeholders.
Responsible for identifying all project risks and working collaboratively with Internal and external vendor teams in developing and implementing risk management plans.
Communicate key project milestones, timelines, and updates to all key stakeholders across the organization from operations to senior leadership.
Build and maintain professional partnerships with internal business partners and support teams, that are characterized by shared responsibility and success, open communication, and transparency.

What we’re looking for:

Hands-on project leader, able to apply critical thinking, understand complex situations, and drive solutions that help achieve project objectives.
8-10 years of relevant experience in Project Management.
Highly organized, with superior communication skills and the ability to clearly communicate to various stakeholders.
Bachelor's degree in relevant field; preference will be given to candidates possessing degrees in Business Administration.
PMP or equivalent designation preferred
Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills, with proven competence in using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Teams/SharePoint and PowerPoint.
Critical thinker with a problem-solving focused approach; Able to make sense of data and use a data-driven approach to problem-solving.
Proven conflict resolution, and negotiation skills with the ability to operate at a strategic level to develop and achieve shared goals and organizational objectives.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and to pivot quickly given changing industry trends and priorities.

What Extendicare has to offer:

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
Employee Family Assistance Program.
Robust benefits package

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of long-term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over 11 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 150,000 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs nearly 30,000 qualified, highly trained and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.

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Director, IT Project Management