Senior Project Manager

Company Description Dawn Recruiting Agency is a modern, full-service recruiting firm focused on speed, accuracy, and value for employers across Canada and the United States. By combining video screening, AI-assisted insights, and dedicated human vetting, Dawn helps organizations hire high-quality talent in as little as seven days. Every candidate completes a short video profile, enabling deeper assessment of communication skills, personality, and culture add beyond a résumé. Dawn supports a wide range of sectors, including Accounting & Finance, IT & SaaS, Engineering, Healthcare, Sales, Operations, Manufacturing, Creative & Marketing, HR, and Executive Search. The agency is committed to a transparent, efficient hiring process that delivers better matches, faster hiring, and lower fees compared with traditional recruiting models. Role Description The Senior Project Manager role at Dawn Recruiting Agency is a full-time, on-site position based in Edmonton, AB. The Senior Project Manager will oversee complex client projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met across multiple recruiting engagements. Day-to-day responsibilities include leading project planning sessions, coordinating internal and external stakeholders, managing expediting activities, and monitoring progress against project milestones. This role will support logistics and inspection-related processes, identify and mitigate risks, and provide clear reporting and status updates to leadership and clients. The Senior Project Manager will also mentor project teams, refine workflows, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance delivery efficiency and client satisfaction. Qualifications Demonstrated experience in Project Management, including planning, execution, risk management, and stakeholder communication. Proficiency in Expediting and Expeditor-related duties, ensuring timely movement of tasks, materials, and information. Knowledge of Inspection processes and quality assurance practices to support project compliance and standards. Experience with Logistics Management, including coordination of resources, schedules, and dependencies across multiple projects. Proven track record in a senior project management or leadership role, preferably within recruiting, professional services, or related industries. Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present project updates clearly to internal teams and clients. Proficiency with project management tools and software; formal certifications (e.g., PMP, Prince2, or equivalent) are an asset. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field, or equivalent combination of training and experience.

The Senior Project Manager will oversee complex client projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met across multiple recruiting engagements. Responsibilities include leading project planning sessions, coordinating stakeholders, managing activities, and providing status updates to leadership and clients.

Candidates should have demonstrated experience in project management, including planning, execution, and risk management. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience is required, along with proficiency in project management tools and strong communication skills.

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• Project Management
• Risk Management
• Stakeholder Communication
• Expediting
• Inspection Processes
• Quality Assurance
• Logistics Management
• Analytical Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Time Management
• Communication Skills
• Project Management Tools
• PMP
• Prince2
• Business Management
• Operations Management

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Dec 26, 2026