Senior Project Manager

Job Description

We know your time is valuable so let’s start with the essentials: this role requires 10+ years of experience managing complex hardware and software development projects in a regulated environment. If your background is primarily in IT or enterprise project management, this role may not be the right fit.

Our client, Quester Tangent has a new opportunity for a client-facing Senior Project Manager to join their talented, multidisciplinary team in Victoria, BC. This role is about more than managing timelines — it’s about leading large, multi-year projects that make a measurable difference in transit systems across North America. Your proven success leading complex hardware/software development projects and your ability to work well in a cross-functional team environment are both essential to your success.

For over 30 years, Quester Tangent has had the privilege of being at the forefront of the train technology industry Their talented team takes pride in helping to make smarter and more connected trains through every stage of the lifecycle - from design to ongoing support. Their leading-edge solutions help enhance public transit systems across North America, making travel safer, more efficient, and comfortable for everyone.

When you join Quester Tangent you will be joining a closely-knit team that is passionate about the work they do and the positive impact it has on transit systems. Working on large, multi-year projects allows you to see the long-term difference you are making. If you would love to contribute to meaningful change in the world’s transit networks, Quester Tangent would love for you to join their team!

What makes Quester Tangent a great employer?

They offer many benefits and rewards, and here is a sampling of what you can look forward to when you join their team:

• Competitive salary of $100,000 - $125,000 (subject to relevant skills, related experience, and education)
• A hybrid role with the ability to work from home 1-2 days per week, and flexible working hours (within core business times to effectively meet the needs of the team and clients)
• Comprehensive insurance coverage, including: health, dental, AD&D, long term disability, and life insurance after 3 months of employment
• Paid vacation, one personal day per calendar quarter, and a healthy work/life balance
• A collaborative and rewarding team culture

What could your day as Senior Project Manager hold?

• Taking ownership of high-profile projects from start to finish, ensuring they meet business goals and deliver real value for clients.
• Shaping project success by balancing scope, schedule, budget, and risks while keeping momentum strong.
• Building trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders, becoming a key voice in driving satisfaction and confidence.
• Inspiring and mentoring project teams, sharing your expertise and helping others grow as leaders.
• Playing a vital role in enhancing project management practices and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Gaining exposure to national and international projects, with occasional travel that broadens your professional experience.

This is only a sampling of what your day may hold. Please be sure to review the full Job Description to learn more about this senior role.

Our ideal Senior Project Manager brings:

• Post-secondary education in project management, engineering, communications, or a related field.
• PMP Certification is required.
• 10+ years of related technical project management experience is required, with experience managing and mentoring team members in a technology-based company (required).
• Experience managing both hardware and software development projects (required).
• Experience managing projects with a value of greater than CAD $1,000,000.00, and a project operational period of at least 18 months (highly beneficial).
• Proficiency with Project Planning tools, specifically Atlassian Jira, or Microsoft Project (required).
• Proficiency with MS Office products, specifically MS Word and MS Excel (required).
• Ability to travel in North America and internationally (15-20%) (required).

Skills and Abilities that will help you thrive in the role:

• Strong client management and stakeholder engagement.
• Exceptional English communications skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong planning, problem solving, relationship building, and negotiation skills.
• Strategic, big-picture thinking with the ability to align project goals with long-term organizational vision and objectives.

We would love to hear from you!

After reviewing the full Job Description, if this opportunity aligns with your experience please forward your resume to TallSky Consulting. To highlight how your experience makes you an ideal candidate, we do encourage you to include a cover letter. We look forward to receiving your confidential application!

This position will remain open until it is filled. We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.