Avanciers Incorporated is hiring a Project Manager for one of our clients.
Location: Montreal, QC (Hybrid: Minimum 2 days onsite per week)
Contract Duration: 12 Months (Nov 23, 2026 – Nov 30, 2027)
Language Requirement: French (Fluent / French resume required)
Compensation Range: CAD 75-80.00/Hr. + HST
This is an active job and application deadline is Oct 31, 2026
(This posting may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found)
We are having an urgent opening for Project Manager Please find below the Key Requirements:-
Position Summary
We are seeking a seasoned, certified Project Manager to lead a high-visibility software integration and platform replacement project in the financial services sector. In this role, you will hold complete end-to-end accountability for project delivery - managing schedules, budgets, deliverables, risks, and final approvals.
Positioned at the center of a dynamic stakeholder ecosystem, you will collaborate with project sponsors, business leaders, technical teams, and external integration partners. You will report directly to executive sponsors and the steering committee, using strong political acumen and leadership to drive project governance, change control, and resource allocation.
Key Responsibilities
- End-to-End Project Ownership: Define and manage comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, risk management strategies, and deliverable sign-offs.
- Stakeholder & Ecosystem Leadership: Serve as the central focal point between executive sponsors, department managers, domain leads, and third-party software integrators.
- Governance & Reporting: Prepare and present strategic progress reports directly to executive sponsors and steering committees.
- Change Management: Exercise decision-making authority over resource requests, scope changes, and risk mitigation plans.
- Cross-Functional Facilitation: Bridge business and technical domains by applying foundational knowledge of financial operations, accounting, derivatives, and risk management.
Required Qualifications & Key Criteria
- Seniority: 6+ years of experience leading large-scale, cross-functional projects.
- Certifications (Mandatory - At least one): PMP, MGP, or PMI-ACP.
- Domain & Technical Experience (Mandatory Combination):
- Proven track record leading software integration and platform change projects.
- Direct experience in the financial sector and/or a formal risk management context.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Avanciers Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Important Information for Applicants
- Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted
- Proof of qualifications may be requested
- Background checks may be conducted as part of the hiring process
- Avanciers Incorporated does not use Canadian Social Insurance Numbers (SIN) during the application process
Avanciers Incorporated thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Avanciers Incorporated
www.avanciers.com
