WHO WE ARE

Mariner innovates always and everywhere, turning novel ideas into practical solutions. From products and services to venture creation, we build better futures powered by people. Our purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company for those who make an impact - elevating people, data, and technology in the best way to solve hard problems. We partner with people embracing change, leveraging data, cybersecurity, cloud, and change management to drive successful business outcomes that matter to our customers.

Mariners build for change. Like SHIFT Energy, our energy management and decarbonization company. Or East Valley Ventures, created to scale social economic impact in our communities through investment and mentorship of emerging change-makers and their companies.

Mariner s purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company and the core values that guide us every day are:

OUR VALUES

• We care for our team.
• We care about the impact we have on our community.
• We serve by solving complex problems.
• We grow because growth fuels opportunities.
• We innovate always and everywhere.
• We build a business that lasts.

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Project Manager to join our team in Nova Scotia region. In this role, you will lead and oversee complex technology projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction. Your ability to manage projects from initiation to completion, mitigate risks, and drive results will be crucial in shaping our project management practice.

WHAT YOU LL BE DOING IN THE ROLE:

• Plan, lead, coordinate, and oversee the implementation of complex client-based projects and deliverables.
• Identify program/project milestones, critical success factors, and resource requirements.
• Ensure that risks are proactively identified with mitigation strategies developed and monitored while also ensuring that project issues are resolved and appropriately escalated; maintain data related to key risks and issues including the status and progress.
• Engage project stakeholders regularly by keeping them informed of delivery progress, risks and issues and manage expectations on deliverables.
• Lead initiatives involving a significant level of business or technology transformation and organizational change.
• Collaborate efficiently with partners and vendors to deliver projects according to plan.
• Manage budgets and align project deliverables to expected business benefits.
• Negotiate changes in scope, budget or schedule with sponsor and steering committees.
• Analyze, problem solve, and research project elements as required.
• Provide proactive leadership and direction to Project Management and Delivery teams.

WHAT SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS YOU LL NEED TO DO THE JOB:

• 10+ years of project management experience in large sized projects.
• Experience within Public (municipal, provincial, and/or federal) and/or Health sectors.
• Demonstrated experience within a team environment where the candidate was called on to perform tasks in a mixture of collaborative and autonomous modes.
• Demonstrated and verifiable experience in developing and delivering tailored written and verbal communications to a varied stakeholder base; including senior and executive-level, technical, and business resources.
• A minimum of five years of demonstrated and verifiable experience as a project manager on projects with multiple stakeholder communities.
• A minimum of five years of demonstrated and verifiable experience working with Meditech environments.
• Strong understanding of the consulting process, project management, organizational change management.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of audiences (technical, management, executive).
• Bachelor s degree in business, engineering, computer science, or related technical area.
• Experience working in client-based consulting role is highly desirable.
• Relevant industry certifications are an asset (PMP, PROSCI).
• Ability to work hybrid or onsite model is preferred.

AND YOU ARE...

• Always improving your skills and knowledge: you want to be the best at what you do
• Curious and creative; comfortable taking on new problems and challenges
• A self-starter with the ability to recommend priorities to the project leader
• Comfortable working through problems and figuring things out with minimal supervision
• Great problem-solving skills: thorough and reliable
• Able to work in a team: share knowledge and assist other team members
• A good communicator: able to explain your ideas and recommendations
• Well organized and dependable under pressure: you manage your time effectively
• Energized by our company values!

MARINER OFFERS YOU:

• A values-driven workplace where people really matter
• Hybrid work environment.
• Competitive salary, retirement savings program, and rewards program
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans and access to e-health care
• Paid vacation, maternity/parental leave, paid sick leave and paid Mariner MyLife days
• Unlimited training

WHY MARINER?

We believe in making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work! Not only are we passionate about nurturing a thriving technology sector here in Atlantic Canada, but we are also committed to solving technology challenges that will make an impact worldwide. Technology is everlasting, and we take pride in connecting world class talent to world class projects and business solutions.

If you are an IT Professional, Software Professional, or Management Consultant, that is passionate about career development, data, and problem solving, we want to hear from you! If this sounds like someone you know, share this with them so they do not miss the opportunity to experience Mariner!

To achieve this, we know we need to be all in on training and development of our team so we can continue to move the needle in the technology sector together. Of course, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to our team, but our competitive edge is the development and training that our team experiences every day.

Be part of our vibrant community that values diversity and embraces inclusion at every level. We are committed to fostering a culture where individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life feel empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Our collaborative environment celebrates the richness of ideas and experiences, and we believe that by embracing diversity, we can achieve greater innovation and excellence together. Come and help us create a workplace that reflects the beautiful tapestry of our global community.

Join our growing team!