Project Manager - 12 month Contract

About the Role

KUBRA is hiring a Project Manager -12 month Contract to lead the end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of technology projects across client-facing and internal initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to make an immediate impact, take ownership of meaningful work, and contribute to high-quality delivery within a mature and supportive PMO environment.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to plan, execute, and deliver solutions that align with timeline, budget, and quality expectations. The role calls for strong stakeholder awareness, emotional intelligence, and sound project leadership, with the ability to build trust, navigate competing priorities, and communicate effectively across teams and leadership levels.

This is a hybrid opportunity in Mississauga, ON.

How You’ll Contribute:
• Lead end-to-end project delivery by defining scope, planning tasks and resources, managing schedules and budgets, and applying the right delivery methodology (Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid). You’ll also quickly ramp up on solution design and support delivery across projects or programs as needed.

• Monitor and control project performance by tracking progress against scope, schedule, and budget, proactively identifying risks and issues, driving mitigation plans, and managing change control while clearly communicating impacts to stakeholders.

• Own project communications as the primary point of contact for status updates, meetings, reporting, and presentations. You’ll ensure clear, effective communication with stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership.

• Drive requirements and delivery alignment by facilitating stakeholder discussions, defining clear business requirements, aligning teams on project vision and goals, and establishing agreed-upon acceptance criteria.

• Lead and support project teams through resource coordination, planning and estimation, day-to-day direction, and coaching to ensure efficient execution. You’ll also drive strong project closure, including lessons learned.

• Ensure strong governance and quality by following KUBRA PMO standards, maintaining accountability for project outcomes, and using tools, including AI, to improve efficiency and support continuous improvement.

Strengths That Shine in This Role:
• Strong ownership mindset with the ability to take initiative and drive projects forward with confidence

• Excellent communication skills, able to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executive audiences

• High level of emotional intelligence, enabling you to build trust, navigate challenging conversations, and manage expectations effectively

• Proactive and solution-oriented, with the ability to identify risks to delivery or client outcomes and implement appropriate solutions

• Ability to stay organized and structured while managing multiple projects and competing priorities

• Confident decision-making and the ability to adapt quickly in dynamic environments

• Experience applying Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid delivery methodologies based on project needs

• Strong working knowledge of project management tools such as Jira and Planview, with the ability to maintain accurate tracking and reporting

• Comfortable working within software development environments, with the ability to understand technical concepts, architecture, and delivery constraints

• Experience leveraging tools and automation, including GenAI, to improve reporting, efficiency, and project administration

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence and align cross-functional teams

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality and successful outcomes

Skills That Matter in This Role:
• 5+ years of Project Management experience in client-facing delivery, plus 2+ years of Business Analyst or related experience

• Bachelor’s degree, PMP, or equivalent practical project delivery experience

• Experience leading projects across scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, and change

• Strong knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid methodologies

• Proficiency with Jira, Planview/AdaptiveWork, MS Project, and MS Office

• Solid understanding of software delivery environments, including cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills

• Experience using AI tools to improve efficiency, reporting, and delivery

Why You’ll Love Working Here:
• Join an award-winning culture that supports growth, inclusion, and belonging. See our awards →

• Work on meaningful, high-impact projects for enterprise clients across North America.

• Gain exposure to modern tools and technologies, including Jira, Planview, and AI-driven solutions.

• Partner with experienced, high-performing teams in a structured PMO environment.

• Benefit from paid sick and wellness days.

• Enjoy workplace perks like fully stocked beverage stations.

• Access free Udemy learning to support your development.

• Be celebrated through employee recognition programs.

KUBRA is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We will provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request by emailing [email protected]. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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While we value the skills and experiences listed in our job requirements, we also recognize that talent comes in many forms, and welcome applications from candidates who meet most but not all specified requirements. If you possess a strong desire to learn and grow in a dynamic work environment, apply now!

KUBRA is a fast-growing company that delivers customer communications solutions to some of the largest utility, insurance, and government entities across North America. KUBRA offers billing and payments, mapping, mobile apps, proactive communications, and artificial intelligence solutions for customers. With more than 1.5 billion customer interactions annually, KUBRA services reach over 40% of households in the U.S. and Canada. KUBRA is an operating subsidiary of Hearst.

Our office is small enough to allow creative individuals to flourish, yet large enough to provide long-term stability. We place a tremendous amount of responsibility on our team members to be productive, focused and self-motivated. We offer a casual work environment, competitive compensation and a stellar benefits program.

KUBRA does not typically provide immigration-related assistance, including employment-based work visa (e.g. H-1B) sponsorship, work permit applications and extensions, permanent residence (green card) sponsorship, LMIA applications or permanent residency nominations. Candidates must ensure they have legal authorization to work in the U.S/ Canada. All sponsorship determinations are case by case based on business need.