Senior Program Manager, AI Strategy & Platform Development

BCE Inc.$100K — $130K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in Project or Program Management, ideally in tech or telecommunications.
  • Experience in creating and executing strategic AI-focused roadmaps.
  • Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for conveying complex ideas to varied audiences.
  • Deep understanding of enterprise platforms, with preferred experience in Salesforce, ServiceNow, or Google Cloud.
  • Knowledge of PMI's project management methodologies; PMP certification preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and oversee a strategic AI roadmap for the national ordering and billing platform.
  • Align various AI roadmaps across platforms like Salesforce and ServiceNow for a unified approach.
  • Drive the delivery of next-gen AI capabilities, from conception to launch.
  • Manage complex projects across large, cross-functional teams for organizational alignment.
  • Communicate progress and updates directly to clients, executives, and stakeholders.
  • Prepare internal presentations detailing project scopes, timelines, and budget adherence.
  • Monitor project timelines and costs to ensure compliance with approved plans.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and mental health benefits tailored to individual needs.
  • 35% discount on company services for team members.
  • Access to exclusive partner offers.
  • Flexible work hours to support work-life balance.
  • Hybrid work arrangement with a minimum office attendance requirement.
Full Job Description
Req Id: 431038

Summary

We are seeking a visionary Senior Program Manager to lead the development and execution of a transformative, AI-enabled strategic roadmap for our national ordering and billing platform. This high-impact role will be at the forefront of our digital evolution, shaping the future of our services for Residential and Small Business wireline and wireless customers. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a strong background in program management, a passion for artificial intelligence, and experience with enterprise-level platforms like Salesforce, ServiceNow, and Google Cloud.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and own the cohesive, multi-year strategic AI roadmap for our national ordering and billing platform, aligning business goals and customer needs.
  • Lead the alignment of various AI roadmaps across different platforms (including Salesforce, ServiceNow, and Google) to create a unified and synergistic strategy.
  • Drive the delivery of next-generation, AI-enabled capabilities and features from conception to launch.
  • Manage highly complex strategic initiatives with large, cross-functional teams, ensuring collaboration and alignment across the organization.
  • Interact and communicate directly with client teams, executives, and other stakeholders to provide status updates, reports, and presentations.
  • Prepare and contribute to internal presentations concerning project scope, timeline, activities, issues, budget, and progress.
  • Prepare project timelines and assist with the determination of a project scope that is scheduled in manageable components.
  • Monitor timelines and project cost to ensure adherence with approved project plans.
  • Manage the work efforts and budgets provided for third-party providers and consultants.
  • Protect project scope using change management procedures to protect against "scope creep."
  • Proactively track and manage issues, risks, and project budgets, escalating to senior management as needed to ensure mitigation.
  • Ensure that quality management standards are adhered to and that projects are completed on time, on specification, and on budget.


Critical Qualifications

  • 5+ years of Project or Program Management experience with demonstrated results, preferably in a technology or telecommunications environment.
  • Proven experience in developing and executing strategic roadmaps, particularly with a focus on AI, machine learning, or data-driven products.
  • Highly developed organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to solicit cooperation and resolve conflict.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise platforms and ecosystems; direct experience with Salesforce, ServiceNow, and/or Google Cloud platforms is highly desirable.
  • Expert knowledge of Project Management Institute's (PMI) approach to Project Management.
  • PMP designation or equivalent is required.
  • University degree in a related field (e.g., Business, Computer Science, Engineering).


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in the telecommunications industry, with knowledge of ordering, billing, and customer management processes for both wireline and wireless services.
  • Familiarity with Agile and other modern project management methodologies.
  • Advanced degree (e.g., MBA) is a plus.
  • Experience working with AI/ML development teams and data scientists.


Adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

Additional Information:

Position Type: Management Job Status: Regular - Full Time Job Location: Canada : Ontario : Mississauga || Canada : Ontario : Toronto || Canada : Quebec : Montreal
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Application Deadline: 06/30/2026

For work arrangements that are 'Hybrid', successful candidates must be based in Canada and report to a set Bell office for a minimum of 3 days a week. Recognizing the importance of work-life balance, Bell offers flexibility in work hours based on the business needs.

Please apply directly online to be considered for this role. Applications through email will not be accepted.

We know that caring for our team members is at the heart of a healthy, positive and thriving workplace. As part of our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits to support the well-being of you and your family. As soon as you join us, you'll be eligible for medical, dental, vision and mental health benefits that you can tailor to your specific needs. Plus, as a Bell team member, you'll enjoy a 35% discount on our services and access exclusive offers from our partners.

About BCE Inc.

BCE Inc., a telecommunications and media company, provides wireless, wireline, Internet, and television (TV) services to residential, business, and wholesale customers in Canada. It operates in three segments: Bell Wireless, Bell Wireline, and Bell Media. The Bell Wireless segment offers wireless voice and data communications products and services, including 40 live and on-demand channels on smartphones and tablets; roaming services; push-to-talk, field service management, worker safety, and mobility management tools and services; and asset management, smart buildings, smart cities, fleet management, and other Internet of Things services. The Bell Wireline segment provides data, including Internet access and Internet protocol television; and local telephone, long distance, and other communications services and products, as well as satellite TV and connectivity services. This segment also offers security and automation services for homes and businesses through its Bell Smart Home security and automation offering. The Bell Media segment provides conventional TV, specialty TV, pay TV, and streaming services; and digital media, radio broadcasting, out-of-home advertising, and sports and entertainment production services. BCE Inc. was founded in 1880 and is headquartered in Verdun, Canada.
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