Senior Project Manager
Waterloo / Ontario
Operations – Business Systems /
Full-Time /
Hybrid
Who We Are; What We Do; Where We’re Going
Magnet Forensics is a global leader in the development of digital investigative software that acquires, analyzes, and shares evidence from computers, smartphones, tablets, and IoT-related devices. We are continually innovating so our customers can deploy advanced and effective tools to protect their companies, communities, and countries.
Serving thousands of customers globally, our solutions are playing a crucial role in modernizing digital investigations, helping investigators fight crime, protect assets, and guard national security.
With employees based around the world, Magnet Forensics has been expanding our global presence. As a part of Magnet Forensics, you can expect to make a difference in the world, no matter what role you play. You’ll be supported through learning and development, not to mention an incredible team with unbelievable talent and integrity.
If you think you would be the right person to join our team working towards this goal, we would love to hear from you!
Role Summary:
The Senior Project Manager within Business Systems will be a key member of a dynamic team focused on optimizing systems and processes across the organization. In this role, you will lead high-impact initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and support the successful implementation of business systems. You’ll collaborate with a diverse group of stakeholders, gaining deep insights into various departments, the technologies they rely on, and the workflows that drive performance. This is a unique opportunity to shape how Magnet Forensics operates and to deliver meaningful improvements that support its continued growth and innovation.
Role Responsibilities:
- Lead project teams associated with new system implementations or improvement of existing systems and processes.
- Drive project scope and objective activities, ensure all relevant stakeholders are involved and that scope is technically feasible and deliverable within project timeframes
- Drive the delivery of multiple cross functional projects, ensuring all stakeholders are informed throughout the process
- Manage the relationship and expectations of external stakeholders/clients
- Track product work items across multiple organizational groups
- Perform risk management to identify risks and then drive decisions on risk acceptance, reduction or elimination
- Provide status updates and escalate to Management as needed
- Ensure prioritization and alignment of initiatives and that overall projects meet business and financial goals
- Proactively manage change ensuring clear understanding of impacts and facilitate the decision-making process
- Collaborate with our functional teams to ensure a smooth handover of project deliverables
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- 8+ years’ experience managing projects primarily business/functional, and systems focused.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Sound knowledge of Project Management tools, techniques, and methodologies
- Deep understanding and awareness of business systems
- Proven success in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing tasks, and leading project teams
- Demonstrated problem solving, decision-making and interpersonal skills
- Strong leadership qualities including influencing and negotiation skills
- Ability to collaborate for win-win solutions across a cross-functional team environment
- PMP Certification considered an asset
The Most Important Thing:
- We’re looking for candidates that can provide examples of how they demonstrated Magnet CODE in their previous experiences.
CARE -We care about each other and our mission to make a difference in the world.
OWN -We are accountable for or results – while never forgetting to act with integrity, empathy, and respect.
DEDICATE -We put our heart and soul into meeting the needs of our customers and helping them serve the people they protect.
EVOLVE -We are constantly innovating and exploring new ways to work together to make an impact with our work.
Compensation & Benefits
- The Compensation Range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. Please note that the actual compensation may vary depending on location and job-related factors such as qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location and you are selected for an interview, the Talent Acquisition Partner can share more information with you. If the compensation structure for the role includes an incentive component (ie. most Sales roles) the range below represents total target compensation (TTC) (base salary + variable).
- Generous time off policies
- Competitive compensation
- Volunteer opportunities
- Reward and recognition programs
- Employee committees & resource groups
- Healthcare and retirement benefits
Compensation Range:
MIN: $92,400 - MID: $132,000 - MAX: $158,400 Currency: CAD
Magnet is proud to offer benefits such as:
Here at Magnet Forensics, we are committed to continuous learning and are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. This commitment will be reflected in our hiring processes and embedded in our values and how we treat one another. If you’re interested in this role, but do not meet all of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply anyways.
Magnet Forensics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process and work environment. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request throughout the hiring process. Please contact aoda@magnetforensics.com should you require any accommodations.
All offers of employment at Magnet are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check. All background checks will be conducted in accordance with all applicable laws. Magnet will consider each position’s job duties, among other factors, in determining what constitutes satisfactory completion of the background check. Refusal to consent to a background check may be grounds for revoking an offer of employment.
US Applicants: Magnet Forensics participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
