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The Project Manager is responsible for leading the Program Management Office in the execution of the Joint Support Ship (JSS). You will be responsible for all aspects of project management and provide leadership of an integrated project team to successfully realize the program goals and responsible for developing execution strategies and plans, handling budgets, prioritizing resources and analyzing and reporting performance to senior managers.
Job Responsibility:
Initiates, sets and delivers program goals that realize business success
Maintains strong and effective relationships with the Client and strategic suppliers
Provides project management support in the coordination and execution of assigned activities and deliverables
Works closely with cross-discipline shipyard teams including, but not limited to, estimating, commercial, planning and project controls, engineering, supply chain and operations to ensure the Project is successful
Develops or assists in the generation of management plans, proposals, business cases, estimates, risk mitigation actions, plans and schedules
Controls and monitors the work
collating variance analysis and key performance metrics to measure project performance
Produces management reports and presentations that highlight Project status against established goals and plans
Attends regular review meetings and presents a summary of risks and opportunities to Project partners, including members of the senior management team and the Client (as appropriate)
Works with shipyard departments, suppliers, contractors and the Client in resolving outstanding issues
Tracks actions and commitments identified during Project meetings
Establishes ambitious but achievable timeframes and works closely with action owners to complete open commitments
Responsible for the application of a suitable program management framework, ensuring that Gate Reviews are conducted at appropriate points during the program lifecycle
Direct management responsibility of staff assigned to support program delivery
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree in engineering or business is desired
Diplomas may be accepted with sufficient employment experience
6-8 years demonstrated experience in heavy industry such as shipbuilding, manufacturing, or construction, with demonstrated increased levels of responsibility
Certified project management qualifications have a distinct advantage (e.g. PMP)
Demonstrated experience handling sophisticated projects, bids or proposals
Solid ability to meet or exceed commitments in a fast paced, diverse environment with rapid change and competing priorities
Demonstrated experience leading people and significant budgets
Experienced with Earned Value Management
Detailed understanding of project management techniques and methods
Good judgment and prioritization abilities
Effective, efficient communication skills
A strong business sense
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to strategize and see the bigger picture, whilst focusing on the details
Excellent interpersonal skills, able to empower and empathize with team members
Ability to influence others and manage expectations
Familiarity with Government contracting and performance management of major subcontractors
Effectively manages conflict
Excellent computer skills including Word/Excel/PowerPoint
What we offer:
Annual bonus
Pension plan matching
Extended health care (paramedical services for massage therapy, speech therapy, mental health coverage, physiotherapy, and more)
Dental care
Vision care
Life insurance
Medical leave coverage
Parental leave coverage
$500 personal spending account
Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Free on-site gym
Parking is included
Complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick-up and drop-off points around North Vancouver