[Hiring] Project Manager @Mohawk College

Role Description

Under the direction of the C2R2 Operations Manager, the Project Manager is responsible for coordinating and executing assigned projects within the C2R2 portfolio. The role ensures that project activities are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with funding requirements and coalition objectives.

The incumbent is responsible for managing day-to-day project coordination, including timelines, deliverables, stakeholder communication, and monitoring project progress across multiple institutions. The role supports financial tracking and reporting by monitoring expenditures, identifying variances, and coordinating with the Operations Manager and Financial Planning Analyst to ensure alignment with approved budgets and funding requirements.

The Project Manager works collaboratively with internal staff, coalition partners, and external stakeholders to support effective project delivery and consistent implementation of program activities.

Qualifications

• 3-year diploma/degree in Office Administration, Business Administration, or Project Management.
• 5 years of related experience.
• Demonstrated experience in client service and stakeholder coordination.
• Proven ability to set priorities and manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Demonstrated ability to drive results in a project-based environment.
• Experience working in environments with ambiguity and changing priorities.
• Experience coordinating with a range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical practices and professional standards.
• Practical experience in project coordination or project management.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment requiring agility.
• Experience supporting compliance with privacy and data governance requirements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective time management and priority-setting skills.
• Working knowledge of financial tracking processes.
• Proficiency in College systems and software applications.
• Demonstrated commitment and understanding of human rights, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.
• The ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse students, employees, and communities.

Requirements

• Coordinate the execution of multiple concurrent projects across a national, multi-institutional environment.
• Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules, tracking tools, and work plans.
• Coordinate project activities across internal teams, external institutions, vendors, and service providers.
• Identify, assess, and monitor project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Maintain comprehensive and organized project documentation.
• Support the operational setup of new projects.
• Collect and maintain day-to-day project status updates.
• Review and validate project status information for completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure project activities and deliverables are completed in accordance with established timelines.
• Follow up with participating institutions regarding incomplete or delayed project-status information.
• Lead regular project update meetings with participating institutions.
• Act as the primary point of contact for day-to-day project management and coordination.
• Conduct regular follow-ups with stakeholders.
• Lead project update meetings and working sessions.
• Support the resolution of project-related issues.
• Maintain ongoing working relationships with vendors, partners, and service providers.
• Monitor project expenditures against approved budgets.
• Monitor purchase order balances and project budgets.
• Review vendor invoices from a project-delivery perspective.
• Monitor member institution project activity and reported spending.
• Provide project-status information and coordinate with the Financial Planning Analyst.
• Support the preparation of financial tracking summaries.
• Maintain structured and organized project files and documentation.
• Support coordination of meetings and working sessions.
• Assist with project onboarding activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Progressive vacation plan starting with 22 vacation days per year plus holiday closure.
• Opportunity to gain experience and build relationships at a Hamilton/Niagara Top Employer.
• Access to professional development opportunities.
• Option to enroll in Defined Benefit pension plan (CAAT) with contributions matched by Mohawk College.
• Discounted rate for full-service athletic facility and instructor-led classes.
• Opportunities to engage in wellness events and activities.