Senior Information Technology Project Manager

Parkland County, Canada

Temporary

Experienced

Now Hiring: Senior Information Technology Project Manager

Join a team that prioritizes public service and where your work will make a meaningful impact within the community. Parkland County believes in the power of teamwork, approaching challenges with a solution-focused mindset, demonstrating a commitment to respect in all we do and a focus on safety for employees and all those we serve. If you share these values and are ready to contribute to a dynamic organization, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.

Job Posting:	#26-49	Status:	Temporary, Full-time
Posting Closes:	May 7, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.	Schedule:	35 hours/week (7 hours/day) Working from approximately May to December, 2026, with the possibility of extension.

Working within the Technology & Digital Services (TDS) department and reporting to the Chief Information Officer, the Senior Information Technology (IT) Project Manager is responsible for the delivery of complex, high-impact IT projects that advance Parkland County’s strategic priorities. This includes ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and in alignment with quality, security, and compliance standards. This position applies standardized project and change management practices to manage risks, dependencies, and user impacts. It translates business needs into actionable plans, coordinates cross‑functional teams, and prepares users for technology‑driven change through clear communication, readiness activities, and adoption support. The Project Manager strengthens the County’s project and change management maturity by modeling best practices, enhancing portfolio visibility, and mentoring project resources. Through disciplined execution and strong engagement, this role enables the successful adoption of technology solutions that support reliable, secure, and resilient IT services.

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Computing, or a related field.
Training in project and program management, organizational change management, Information Technology, business administration, risk management, cybersecurity or privacy would be considered assets.
Certification in any of the following would be preferred: PMP, Prince2, Agile certification, Prosci, ITIL, COBIT.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in advanced IT Project Management, including end‑to‑end delivery of complex, multi‑disciplinary technology initiatives. Demonstrated ability to plan, execute, monitor, and close projects using structured methodologies while managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and dependencies in a public‑sector environment.
Ability to integrate change management practices as applied to technology initiatives into project delivery to support sustainable business outcomes and user adoption.
Participant and vendor management experience, including collaboration with executive sponsors, business leaders, technical teams, and external vendors. Proven ability to manage expectations, negotiate priorities, resolve issues, and ensure accountability for deliverables and outcomes.
Experience in risk, financial, and governance management for IT projects, including identification and mitigation of delivery risks, budget tracking and forecasting, and adherence to established governance frameworks, approval processes, and reporting standards.

Requirements:

Ability to primarily work in-person at Parkland County Centre – 53109A HWY 779, Parkland County, AB.
A valid class 5 driver’s license and current, satisfactory driver’s abstract provided upon hire.
A satisfactory Criminal Record Check is required upon hire, excluding candidates under the age of 18 and current Parkland County employees.
Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

In addition to an organizational priority for employee well-being, satisfaction and development, including access to an on-site gym, an Employee Family Assistant Program, free onsite counselling services, a social club, a health, safety and wellness committee, and comprehensive training and development opportunities, this position will be eligible for:

A Starting Salary of:

$91,400 to $102,800 per year

Max Salary Potential:

$115,600 per year

Benefits Including:	Blue Cross Extended Health and Dental
Work/Life Balance:	Option to join the Earned Day Off Program Vacation entitlement starting at 3 weeks Birthday off with pay Flexible work arrangements including option of one remote day per week

Application Details:
Interested candidates are invited to apply online at parklandcounty.com/Careers. Applications will only be considered through the Parkland County website.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applicants from this posting may be considered for vacancies of the same position for up to three months after posting closure.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes, respects and values the multivariate diversity of current and prospective employees. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodation throughout the recruitment and employment process. If you have any questions regarding this, please connect with our team at [email protected].

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Parkland County has identified the following core values that define our character and are deeply ingrained in our corporate culture and the actions we take.

Service - We prioritize public service and community impact in every action we take.
Teamwork - We foster collaboration across departments to promote efficiency and innovation.
Attitude - We maintain a solutions focused mindset and approach change with resilience.
Respect - We uphold transparency, inclusion, and accountability in decision-making.
Safety - We create a supportive environment for employees and the public.

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Do you have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Computing, or a related field?*

Do you have training in project and program management, organizational change management, Information Technology, business administration, risk management, cybersecurity or privacy?*

Do you have certification in any of the following: PMP, Prince2, Agile certification, Prosci, ITIL, COBIT?*

Do you have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in advanced IT Project Management, including end to end delivery of complex, multi disciplinary technology initiatives. Demonstrated ability to plan, execute, monitor, and close projects using structured methodologies while managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and dependencies in a public sector environment?*

Do you have the ability to integrate change management practices as applied to technology initiatives into project delivery to support sustainable business outcomes and user adoption?*

Do you have participant and vendor management experience, including collaboration with executive sponsors, business leaders, technical teams, and external vendors?*

Do you have experience in risk, financial, and governance management for IT projects, including identification and mitigation of delivery risks, budget tracking and forecasting, and adherence to established governance frameworks, approval processes, and reporting standards?*

How many years of experience do you have managing mid-large projects?*

Do you have municipal government experience?*

Parkland County requires a criminal record check to be completed by all hired and rehired employees before commencing employment. This does not include candidates under the age of 18 or current employees. Do you agree to providing a criminal record check upon hire?*

Are you legally eligible to work in Canada?*

Do you have a valid driver's license and the ability to provide a satisfactory driver's abstract at your own expense?*

We have a nepotism policy which states guidelines for the recruitment of a relative of an existing employee. To the best of your knowledge do you have any relation to anyone working at Parkland County or serving on Council?*

Parkland County requires regular attendance at work. Are you aware of anything which may prevent you from having regular attendance at work?*

Are you able to work, in-person at the Parkland County Facility specified in the posting?*

Would you require any accommodations to assist you with the physical or cognitive demands of the position you are applying for?*

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