Project Manager, Government And Collaboration Programs, And Academic Partnerships-En

CAE is a high technology company, at the leading edge of digital immersion, providing solutions to make the world a safer place. The company bases its innovative solutions on the development of advanced technologies and collaborates with industry, governments, research centers and academic institutions. The Government and Collaborations Programs, and Academic Partnerships team is at the heart of this environment, interfacing with internal stakeholders, such as Engineering, Finance, Legal, Human Resources, Communications, and playing a leading role in enabling company innovation and business objectives through access to financial resources and the structuring of partnerships with external stakeholders. The team manages fiscal measures and government programs in support of R&D, and a global portfolio of collaborative research and development projects, and work-integrated learning initiatives.
DescriptionAs a Project Manager in the Government and Collaborations Programs, and Academic Partnerships team, you will work closely with the project managers that make up the team and contributors from multiple departments on a wide range of tasks such as:
Support the management of multiple, complex innovation-driven collaboration programs on quarterly and annual basis from scoping to technological eligibility analysis, financial forecasting, claim preparation, and audits
Analyze trends, forecasts and statistics relating to the R&D portfolio from a financial and technical perspective. Consolidate and synthesize findings into reports to be presented to various management levels. Maintain up to date financial and progress KPIs and associated dashboards
Support continuous enhancement of tools and processes, and support portfolio governance
Support and participate in program reviews, negotiations, and audits with internal and external stakeholders, both governmental and non-governmental organizations
Participate in the preparation of business cases for opportunities aligned with CAE’s growth strategies
Support the management of innovation-driven collaboration events, sponsorships, bursaries, and initiatives in support of CAE’s interaction/commitment with post-secondary institutions
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in engineering, management, finance, law or related domains
Experience in data analysis, including working with large volumes of structured and unstructured datasets
Strong analytical skills and ability to abstract and summarize
Scientific curiosity and interest in cutting-edge technological developments, paired with interest in financial data analysis
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in proposals and management of fiscal measures and government programs (e.G. SR&ED, Multimedia Tax Credits, NSERC, MITACS, International Programs, and others)
Strong familiarity with ERP and MRP systems, as well as financial platforms (including Oracle), complemented by experience with business intelligence tools and dashboard development (e.G., Power BI)
Strong familiarity with Excel
Work experience in a technology sector or in consulting
Team spirit and collaboration alertness
Resourcefulness and autonomy
Multitasking and ability to manage initiatives of different sizes
Excellent communication and writing skills. Bilingual (French and English)
Flexible work environment (remote, on-site, hybrid)
Benefits
Group Insurance
Telemedicine Employee and Family Assistance Program
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Group RRSP
CAE Pension Plan/Defined Benefit Plan
Sabbatical Leave
Flex Time
Enhanced Parental Leave
About CAEAt CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.
Position TypeRegular
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