Benoit Blanchard, Pmp
About Benoit Blanchard, Pmp
Benoit Blanchard is an IT Project Manager with extensive experience in project management and a strong educational background from HEC Montréal. He currently manages projects at Intact Financial Corporation, focusing on Infrastructure and Telecom, while also leading teams to meet business requirements.
Current Role as IT Project Manager
Benoit Blanchard serves as an IT Project Manager at Intact Financial Corporation, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for managing projects within the Infrastructure & Telecom portfolio, which includes overseeing sites and facilities. He leads a team to ensure the successful delivery of projects, maintaining alignment with business requirements and stakeholder satisfaction. His responsibilities also encompass identifying, managing, and resolving risks and issues that may arise during project execution.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Benoit Blanchard has had a significant tenure at Intact Financial Corporation, having worked in various roles since 2009. He initially served as an Operations and Planning Coordinator for two years before transitioning to the role of IT Asset Coordinator (mobility) from 2011 to 2015. He then took on the position of Project Coordinator from 2016 to 2020. His experience at Intact has provided him with a comprehensive understanding of project management within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Benoit Blanchard has a strong educational background in project management and information systems. He studied at HEC Montréal, where he completed a Certificate in Project Management from 2002 to 2005, and later achieved a degree in Systèmes d'information de gestion in 2021. He is also pursuing a Certificate in Enterprise Management, which he has been working on since 2007. Additionally, he completed the PMP Bootcamp at PMI Montreal in 2016, further enhancing his project management skills.
Background and Early Career
Benoit Blanchard began his career in the technology sector, working as a Technician at Desjardins from 1997 to 1998. He later pursued further education in Computer Science at CEGEP - St-Hyacinthe, where he earned a DEC from 1994 to 1997. This foundational experience in technology and education laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in project management and coordination.
Project Management Responsibilities
In his project management roles, Benoit Blanchard has been responsible for negotiating and meeting with partners, vendors, and suppliers. He plays a crucial role in ensuring that projects are executed effectively, addressing any risks and issues that may arise. His leadership in managing project teams contributes to the successful delivery of initiatives within the organization.