Project Manager

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The Project Manager is accountable for the end-to-end delivery of assigned projects throughout the project lifecycle, from initiation through completion, ensuring delivery within approved scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements. The role coordinates cross-functional teams, manages project risks and stakeholders, and applies established project governance and methodologies to achieve customer and organizational objectives.Develop, maintain, and manage integrated project plans and schedules, ensuring delivery against approved scope, cost, quality, and schedule commitments.Manage project deliverables against contractual requirements, milestones, acceptance criteria, and customer commitments, escalating potential delivery impacts as required.Coordinate cross-functional teams, including commercial, engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, and support functions.Track project performance using appropriate tools and KPIs, escalating risks and variances as needed.Develop and maintain project documentation, including project charters, schedules, risk registers, and status reports.Support proposal and bid activities by contributing to project plans, estimates, and schedules.Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment.Ensure compliance with all contractual, regulatory, and security requirements, particularly those specific to the defence industry.Monitor and control project budgets, forecasts, costs, and financial performance, identifying variances and implementing or escalating corrective actions as required.Manage project change control processes, ensuring impacts to scope, schedule, and cost are assessed, approved, and communicated.Lead project closeout activities, including completion of deliverables, lessons learned, financial closure, and transition of outstanding actions.Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in project delivery processes.Identify, assess, track, and manage project risks, assumptions, issues, and dependencies (RAID), developing mitigation and recovery actions and escalating where required.Manage stakeholder engagement and expectations across internal and external groupsSupport and adhere to project governance frameworks, including PLF, stage gates and reporting requirements.Skill Requirements
Strong knowledge and practical application of traditional, Agile, and hybrid project management methodologies.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong organizational skills and attention to detailDemonstrated ability to engage, influence, and maintain effective relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholdersAbility to work flexibly to meet changing customer and business needsProficient user of Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools, including Project Insight and Jira.Familiarity with change management principles and leading through transformation (desirable)What You Bring
Education/Work Experience Requirements:Bachelor's degree in business management, Engineering, or related field from a recognized institution (or equivalent work experience).3–5 years of progressively responsible project management experience, including demonstrated experience independently managing project scope, schedule, cost, risk, and stakeholder requirements.Project management certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, CAPM, or equivalent is considered an asset.Strong understanding of project governance, risk management, and cost/schedule controlExperience working within a structured PMO and project governance environment.Experience in defence, aerospace, uncrewed systems, or other highly regulated industries, with an understanding of defence customers, markets, and operating environments, is desirable.Travel Requirements
This role may require flexibility to support off-site program activities, including customer and vendor engagement, project meetings, coordination and witnessing of field trials, test activities, and other delivery requirements, with travel as requiredTravel includes day trips, overnight stays, or extended assignments.Travel may be planned or occur on short notice, depending on operational requirements.While travelling, employees may be required to work flexible or extended hours, including adapting to different time zones.Employees are required to maintain a valid passport and any necessary visas, security clearances, or other travel documentation relevant to assigned travel.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada and meet the eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain the Government of Canada security clearance required for the positionMust be eligible for and maintain a clear background check, including criminal record screening, as required for security clearanceWe offer a high-performing, inclusive work environment where you can thrive, contribute meaningfully, and be your authentic self. Our people-first culture supports your wellbeing, growth, and ability to make a real impact.You’ll also benefit from a competitive salary and benefits package, including:Extended health and wellness spending accountsRRSP/TFSA matchingAccess to continuous learning and development opportunities
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