Job Description

Introduction

At Deighton Associates Ltd., we don’t just build asset management software—we’re redefining the industry. As a leader in innovative solutions, we offer a workplace where challenge meets opportunity, and where your career can grow alongside your ambitions.

Rooted in our dCORE values, we strive to be better every day, earn trust through our actions, invest in meaningful relationships, own what we do, get things done with excellence, and remain fiercely committed to our clients' success.

Whether you're a student, recent grad, seasoned professional, or someone ready to take on a new challenge in a dynamic and growing industry, we have a place for you.

Company

Deighton Associates Ltd. (Deighton) has established itself as one of the world leaders in providing asset management systems and asset management expertise at the strategic, tactical, and operational levels for agencies around the world. Recognized as the premier software product for infrastructure asset management, dTIMS® is used to manage large infrastructure networks in Africa, Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe, New Zealand, and the United States. These infrastructure networks include hundreds of thousands of miles of pavements, thousands of bridges, and millions of wastewater, storm water, and fresh water distribution pipe assets.

Senior Project Manager – dTIMS Software Implementation

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and driven Senior Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of our dTIMS software to infrastructure asset owners across the globe. This is a high-impact, client-facing role at the heart of our delivery practice — where your expertise in software implementation, infrastructure asset management, and stakeholder leadership will directly shape the success of our clients and the growth of our business.

You will own the full project lifecycle, from scoping and mobilisation through to go-live and handover, ensuring every delivery is on time, within budget, and exceeds client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Lead complex, end-to-end dTIMS software implementation projects, serving as the primary point of accountability for delivery outcomes across scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Develop and maintain robust project plans that align client business objectives with our delivery methodology, coordinating cross-functional teams, technical specialists, and third-party consultants throughout all project phases.
• Drive project governance by establishing clear milestones, KPIs, and reporting cadences that keep stakeholders informed and projects on track.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the senior client relationship owner throughout project delivery, building trusted partnerships with infrastructure asset owners and ensuring their strategic goals are embedded in every phase of the project.
• Facilitate executive-level steering committees, workshops, and project reviews, translating complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-technical audiences.
• Proactively manage client expectations, escalating risks and issues transparently while always presenting a path forward.

Scope & Commercial Management

• Define, baseline, and control project scope in close collaboration with clients and internal stakeholders, ensuring all deliverables are clearly documented and agreed upon.
• Monitor project financials including budgets, forecasts, and resource costs, identifying variances early and taking corrective action to protect margin and client value.
• Identify and manage change requests with rigour, assessing commercial and schedule impact before committing to changes.

Risk & Issue Management

• Maintain a dynamic risk register, proactively identifying threats to delivery and developing mitigation and contingency strategies before issues escalate.
• Navigate complex delivery environments — including data migration challenges, integration dependencies, and organisational change — with confidence and pragmatism.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and inspire multidisciplinary project teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior project staff, contributing to the development of our delivery capability and best practices.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure all deliverables meet our quality standards and client acceptance criteria, conducting structured post-implementation reviews to capture lessons learned.
• Champion improvements to our delivery frameworks, templates, and methodologies, driving greater consistency and efficiency across projects.

Product & Domain Expertise

• Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of the dTIMS software suite and its application within infrastructure asset management — including pavement, structures, and network-level analysis — to credibly guide clients and bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• 7–10 years of project management experience, with a strong track record of delivering software implementation projects in complex, client-facing environments.
• Demonstrated experience working with or within the infrastructure asset management sector (roads, transport, utilities, or related fields).
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, balancing competing priorities without compromising delivery quality.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging C-suite and senior government clients.
• Strong commercial acumen, including budget management, forecasting, and change control.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall and hybrid).

Preferred

• PMP certification (Project Management Institute) or equivalent (PRINCE2, AgilePM).
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with asset management software platforms or GIS-integrated tools.
• Familiarity with dTIMS or similar infrastructure decision-support systems.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Leadership — Guides teams and clients with clarity and confidence through complex, high-stakes deliveries.
• Client Focus — Builds long-term trust by consistently delivering value and anticipating client needs.
• Commercial Thinking — Balances client outcomes with business performance, protecting both margin and relationships.
• Analytical Problem-Solving — Diagnoses delivery challenges quickly and drives pragmatic, effective solutions.
• Adaptability — Thrives in dynamic environments and pivots effectively as priorities and project landscapes evolve.
• Collaborative Influence — Brings out the best in cross-functional teams and earns credibility without relying on authority.

What does Deighton Provide?

• Competitive compensation, vacation and personal time, group benefits
• In-house executive Chef – Lunch meals prepared and provided 5 days a week.
• A supportive team that encourages and supports professional growth.
• Located in Whitby, Ontario- Right off the 401 in the heart of Durham Region
• Company and department employee social events + gaming stations in-office
• Working on meaningful and impactful work.
• Matching Group RRSP contributions
• Work From Anywhere Globally
• Roll Over Vacation
• Summer golf lessons for beginners
• On-Site parking
• Global travel opportunities

Salary Range: CAD $100,000- CAD $130,000.

Deighton Associates Ltd. is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.