Olfa Zayani
IT M&A Project Manager
Experience
May 2024 - Present
1 year 9 monthsIT M&A Project Manager
WSP Global
- Define scope and success criteria; own the Project Execution Plan
- Orchestrate end-to-end integration across work streams and vendors
- Run workshops, report progress, and manage expectations across project, program, portfolio and global stakeholders
- Maintain risk registers; apply contingencies to protect timelines and budgets
- Manage CAPEX/OPEX; track spend and allocate resources to hit milestones
- Lead end-user communications and training; drive adoption of new systems
- Deliver executive status reports and dashboards; keep charter, schedules, and governance artefacts audit ready
- Delivered 3 successful IT integrations of newly acquired companies and 1 divestment, ensuring seamless transitions and business continuity
Jan 2023 - May 2024
1 year 5 monthsIT Infrastructure Project Manager
WSP Canada
- Applied end-to-end project management disciplines to drive successful delivery of complex initiatives
- Delivered two major network programs — Network Hardware Refresh and Wi-Fi Remediation — across 60+ Canadian sites, ahead of schedule and under budget
- Orchestrated a complex data center relocation with zero downtime, ensuring seamless transition of critical systems, delivered on time and within budget while mitigating operational risks
Jan 2020 - Dec 2022
3 yearsStrategy Consultant - IT Governance & Planning
Hydro-Québec
- Oversaw teams introducing agility based on the SAFe framework at scale, driving evolution in project management, capacity management, risk management, and management information
- Acted as consultant and Product Owner, managing agile project models, portfolio services for digital transformation, and Business Intelligence products
- Led cross-functional teams and communities of practice, establishing HR capacity methodologies and fostering continuous improvement
Sep 2018 - Dec 2019
1 year 4 monthsIT Program Manager - Trans-Énergie
Hydro-Québec
- Conducted program-level governance and risk management for MSCR, one of Hydro-Québec’s largest programs, establishing frameworks, integrated dashboards, and high-level reporting for strategic committees
- Acted as consultant and leader, expanding annual program scope while ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery and reducing subsequent phase costs
Sep 2017 - Sep 2018
1 year 1 monthCompliance Project Manager - Trans-Énergie
Hydro-Québec
- Managed NERC compliance projects and Power Flow Control programs
- Managed the “Reconnection” program for medium-impact substations and the low-impact asset compliance program, ensuring regulatory alignment
- Oversaw compliance investigations and mitigation plans, driving risk reduction and adherence to standards
- Coordinated architecture committees (IP/MPLS and Gatekeeper)
Jan 2009 - Dec 2012
4 yearsLecturer
University of Quebec in Montreal
- Developed and taught financial project planning for Master’s and DESS programs, aligning curriculum with project management best practices
Jul 2006 - Jun 2017
11 yearsTelecom Project Manager - Telecom Division
Hydro-Québec
- Managed network services and telecom infrastructure projects, overseeing KPI planning, portfolio management, and compliance with budgets and deadlines
- Defined mandates, developed project management frameworks and tools, and provided expert guidance on system evolution and IT utilization
- Administered contracts and procurement, ensured quality and safety standards, and delivered projects from feasibility studies to commissioning
- Accountable for a $90M budget and oversight of 120+ medium and large-scale telecom projects, delivered by a team of 15 project managers
- Directed multi-site programs for telecom access infrastructure and services, and led technology introduction initiatives (IP/MPLS, video conferencing, Wi-Fi)
- Delivered 90+ projects for substations and power plants, managed conversion programs, and streamlined processes through a joint Telecom–EQH framework
Jan 2004 - Dec 2005
2 yearsResearch Assistant | IT Project Manager
University of Quebec in Montreal
- Designed MBA research web portal and developed database of research papers
Jan 1996 - Dec 2004
9 yearsCompany Manager
Vox Africa s.a.r.l.
- Directed strategic planning, market development, and large-scale projects; negotiated financing and contracts; led teams and technology integration
- Delivered 40+ CTI projects (Voice Servers, Unified Messaging, IVR) for major financial, governmental, and enterprise clients
- Led SAMU emergency communication system deployments (911 equivalent) in Tunisia
- Completed 7 Internet/networking centers and 2 outsourced call centers
- Founded VoIP division, operating two stations in partnership with global providers
- Diversified services into IT asset management and telecom equipment supply
- Negotiated strategic partnerships with Nortel Networks and Intel Dialogic
Jan 1994 - Dec 1996
3 yearsManaging Partner
Ateliers Place des Arts
- Launched and grew a family-owned art framing business to profitability through strategic planning and operations management
- Drove growth by introducing innovative framing solutions and building strong client relationships
Jan 1993 - Dec 1996
4 yearsFranchise Manager
Competitive Student Services
- Managed operations and growth of a student-run painting franchise, overseeing sales, marketing, and team leadership
- Delivered profitable results through strategic planning and customer acquisition
Jan 1993 - Dec 1996
4 yearsCompany Manager
InterMed O.Z. - International Trade
- Drove market development initiatives, expanding business opportunities through strategic partnerships and international trade negotiations
Summary
Strategic and dedicated project manager with 25 years of experience in IT and Telecom. Recognized for collaborative leadership and the ability to unite teams around shared goals. Passionate about digital transformation and agile practices, I excel at driving change, communicating with diplomacy, and fostering high-performing teams.
Skills
Project, Program, Portfolio And Integration Management
End-to-end Project Lifecycle Management
Pmo Setup And Governance
Reporting & Kpi Management
Change & Risk Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Team Leadership And Communication
Value Stream Consulting
Digital Transformation & Agility
Post-merger Integration (M&a)
Project Management: Ms-project, Jira, Confluence, Trello
Collaboration: Office 365, Teams, Sharepoint, Copilot
Reporting & Analytics: Power Bi, Sap, Oracle Erp, Kpi Dashboards
Frameworks: Pmbok, Agile (Scrum, Safe), Lean
Leadership And Team Management
Emotional Intelligence
Change Management
Communication And Conflict Resolution
Diversity & Inclusion
Organizational Politics
Managing Difficult Personalities
Negotiation Skills
Languages
French
AdvancedArabic
IntermediateEnglish
IntermediateItalian
IntermediateEducation
Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM)
Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance · Business Administration · Montreal, Canada
Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM)
MBA, Technology Management · Technology Management · Montreal, Canada
Certifications & licenses
Project Management Professional
Project Management Institute
Lean Portfolio Management
SAFe
Montreal, QC
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