IT Project Cutover Lead (North York, ON)Hybrid

• 1 Year Contract 
• Pay Rate: $98 - $103/hour, depending on experience **
• Hybrid: 500 Consumers Rd North York, Ontario M2J 1P8

At Enbridge, our goal is to be the first-choice energy delivery company in North America and beyond—for customers, communities, investors, regulators and policymakers, and employees. 

To meet that goal, Enbridge is partnering with Raise—a leading recruitment firm that specializes in IT, Technical, and Engineering staffing.  

Together, Raise and Enbridge are building teams that are rising to meet the growing energy needs of North America. If you’re looking for a challenging role that will make the most of your skills while allowing you to make an impact, this is it.  

Enbridge is hiring a IT Project Cutover Lead right now—when you apply, Raise will review your application within 48 hours and contact qualified applicants for interviews.  

** The primary pay rate is based on T4 classification; however, we will also consider applications from candidates interested in an INC classification, where applicable. 

Description:

The IT Project Cutover Lead is a pivotal role responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing the cutover activities necessary to transition from legacy systems to new IT systems or platforms. This position ensures minimal disruption to business operations during the go-live and post-go-live phases. The Cutover Lead collaborates closely with project managers, technical teams, business stakeholders, and vendors to ensure a smooth and successful transition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive cutover plan, detailing timelines, dependencies, resources, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate cutover rehearsals, mock runs, and dry runs to validate readiness and ensure a seamless transition.
• Lead cutover execution during go-live, ensuring all tasks are completed on time and issues are escalated and resolved promptly.
• Collaborate with technical teams, including infrastructure, application, and data migration, to align cutover activities with deployment plans.
• Work with business stakeholders to ensure operational readiness, including training, communication, and support plans.
• Facilitate cutover readiness reviews, go/no-go meetings, and post-cutover reviews to ensure all stakeholders are aligned.
• Maintain detailed documentation of cutover activities, decisions, and lessons learned for future reference and continuous improvement.
• Identify and manage risks and issues related to cutover, ensuring contingency plans are in place to address potential challenges.
• Ensure compliance with change management and IT governance processes to maintain organizational standards and protocols.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in IT project management or cutover management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
• Experience with large-scale IT system implementations and transitions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Please note: Successful applicants will be employees of Raise, working at Enbridge facilities with both Enbridge and contract employees.   

Applying with Raise  

Raise is an established IT and engineering hiring firm with over 60 years’ experience connecting talented candidates with meaningful work. When you apply, you’ll get more than just a chance at a great job—you’ll become part of a vast network of employers that are always changing. 

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified people to apply. If we can make this easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please contact us at +1 800-567-9675 or ECTC@raiserecruiting.com

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