Winter 2025 Co-op: Project Control Officer (8 Months)

We are Canada's largest independent information technology services firm, and after 45 years, we're still growing. We are looking for a Project Control Officer to join our growing team. We are offering a chance to work with our team of experience professionals, who are responsible for maintaining the standards of project management and providing high-value support to our Business Unit. This is your opportunity to learn about business operations and project management in a sophisticated business environment. You will work with CGI Consultants, Directors and Executives on a full range of business operations, program management and resourcing activities/tasks.

In an effort to foster collaboration and partner with clients, co-op students will be required to be in the office multiple times a week.

Start Date: January 2025
Application Deadline: November 10, 2024

Perks of Being a CGI Co-op:
• Have access to a 1:1 Mentor matched with you based on your interests.
• Participate in monthly socials to meet co-ops across the country.
• Access professional development workshops hosted by domain experts on topics ranging from how to be a top consultant, how to apply the agile methodology, data & analytics and more!
To learn more about CGI and hear from our Co-ops and New Grads, visit www.cgi.com/startmycareer

You will be assigned in a Project Control Officer role.
Daily activities include data analysis, refine and deliver Business Operational Reports for these areas - Resourcing, Business Development, Financial, Utilization and Communication.
• Build and manipulate reports from raw data using sophisticated Excel spreadsheets, graphs, formulation, conditional formatting, etc.
• Assist with various projects and help set up initiatives.
• Maintain and follow-up on action items, issues, and status reporting.
• Conduct business research and information management.
• Project control and organization, including project governance, communication and issue management.
• Create or assist in the creation of presentations.
• Responsible for meeting minutes, distribution of agendas, meeting logistics and running Live meetings.

Must be in a Co-op Accredited program
• Strong desire to learn about business operations.
• Strong communications skills (verbal & written).
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Consulting and data analysis skills.
• Ability to efficiently multi-task.
• Ability to work on own with minimal direction, as well as in a team environment.
• Sophisticated Microsoft Office tools: Outlook, Excel (Macros, Pivot Table, VLOOKUP, Conditional formatting, Graphs), PowerPoint, SharePoint, Word.

Nice to have:
• Proficient in Project Management
• Tools such as Microsoft Project, Microsoft Visio, and PowerBi
• Understanding of cost metric tools (I.e., revenue cost margins)

• Communication (Oral/Written)

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

At CGI, we recognize the richness that diversity brings. We strive to create a work culture where all belong and collaborate with clients in building more inclusive communities. As an equal-opportunity employer, we want to empower all our members to succeed and grow. If you require an accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will be happy to assist.

Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.