Olfa Zayani - IT M&A Project Manager

Q: Where is Olfa based?

Olfa is based in Côte Saint-Luc, Canada and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Olfa speak?

Olfa speaks the following languages: French (Advanced), Arabic (Intermediate), English (Intermediate), Italian (Intermediate) .

Q: How many years of experience does Olfa have?

Olfa has at least 33 years of experience. During this time, Olfa has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 8 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 9 months . Note that Olfa may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Olfa's latest experience?

Olfa's most recent position is IT M&A Project Manager at WSP Global .

Q: What companies has Olfa worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Olfa has worked for WSP Global , WSP Canada , and Hydro-Québec .

Q: Which industries is Olfa most experienced in?

Olfa is most experienced in industries like Utilities , Information Technology , and Telecommunication . Olfa also has some experience in Professional Services , Education , and Construction .

Q: Which business areas is Olfa most experienced in?

Olfa is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Information Technology , and Strategy . Olfa also has some experience in Procurement , Finance , and Operations .

Q: Which industries has Olfa worked in recently?

Olfa has recently worked in industries like Professional Services and Utilities .

Q: Which business areas has Olfa worked in recently?

Olfa has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology , Project Management , and Business Intelligence .

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Côte Saint-Luc, Canada

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Experience

May 2024 - Present

2 years 3 months

IT 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 months

IT 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 years

Strategy 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 months

IT 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 month

Compliance 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 years

Lecturer

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 years

Telecom 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 years

Research 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 years

Company 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 years

Managing 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 years

Franchise 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 years

Company Manager

InterMed O.Z. - International Trade

Drove market development initiatives, expanding business opportunities through strategic partnerships and international trade negotiations

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Utilities, Information Technology, Telecommunication, Professional Services, Education, and Construction.

Utilities

Information Technology

Telecommunication

Professional Services

Education

Construction

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Project Management, Information Technology, Strategy, Procurement, Finance, and Operations.

Project Management

Information Technology

Strategy

Procurement

Finance

Operations

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

Advanced

Arabic

Intermediate

English

Intermediate

Italian

Intermediate

Education

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

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 12

Experience in Utilities 15 y

Avg length 3 y 9 m

Longest experience 10 y 11 m

Expertise

Recent roles IT M&A Project Manager, IT Infrastructure Project Manager, Strategy Consultant - IT Governance & Planning

Main industries Utilities, Information Technology, Telecommunication

Main business areas Project Management, Information Technology, Strategy

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Certifications earned 3

Profile

Created

January 2026

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Olfa is based in Côte Saint-Luc, Canada and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

Olfa speaks the following languages: French (Advanced), Arabic (Intermediate), English (Intermediate), Italian (Intermediate).

Olfa has at least 33 years of experience. During this time, Olfa has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 8 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 9 months. Note that Olfa may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Based on recent experience, Olfa would be well-suited for roles such as: IT M&A Project Manager, IT Infrastructure Project Manager, Strategy Consultant - IT Governance & Planning.

Olfa's most recent position is IT M&A Project Manager at WSP Global.

In recent years, Olfa has worked for WSP Global, WSP Canada, and Hydro-Québec.

Olfa is most experienced in industries like Utilities, Information Technology, and Telecommunication. Olfa also has some experience in Professional Services, Education, and Construction.

Olfa is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Information Technology, and Strategy. Olfa also has some experience in Procurement, Finance, and Operations.

Olfa has recently worked in industries like Professional Services and Utilities.

Olfa has recently worked in business areas like Information Technology, Project Management, and Business Intelligence.

Olfa holds a Master in Technology Management from Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM) and a Bachelor in Business Administration from Université du Québec à Montréal (UQAM).

Olfa has 3 certificates. These include: Project Management Professional, Lean Portfolio Management, and SAFe.

Olfa is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

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