Project Manager, Strategy - Halifax, Canada - Irving Shipbuilding

Irving Shipbuilding

Verified Company

Halifax, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Located at 3099 Barrington Street in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3K 5M7, and 35 Micmac Boulevard, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3A 4Y8, Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Over the next 30 years, our shipbuilders will construct 20+ modern patrol ships and surface combatants for the Royal Canadian Navy as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

We have built more than 80% of Canada's current combatant fleet and continue to perform maintenance and modernization work on these vessels. We are committed to building the best ships, with the best workforce in the best facilities. By joining our team of more than 2,300 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic, diverse, and family-friendly career with a company dedicated to your success, learning, health, wellness, and safety.

At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding*.**Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is seeking a
Program Manager, Strategy.

Reporting to the Senior Manager Strategy, the Program Manager will be responsible for managing, coordinating and tracking a portfolio of strategic initiatives across ISI.

The Program Manager will manage all aspects of this portfolio including establishing reporting standards, risk escalation, and process improvement.

Formulating, organizing, and monitoring inter-connected initiatives will be vital for the Program Manager to understand and manage to ensure stakeholders are engaging across functions where and when necessary.

The Program Manager will work with stakeholders across all ISI functional areas, including the senior leadership team. This role will manage and guide young professionals to meet targets and produce results in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

Education Required:
Postsecondary degree in an Engineering related field
Postsecondary degree in other areas with significant industry experience would be considered
PMP designation and/or Lean Six Sigma experience an asset, but not a requirement

Experience Required: 5+ years of experience in a Program or Project Manager role (or similar) in the Marine industry

Experience in engineering, supply chain, production, strategic planning, or program management is considered an asset
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)._

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a portfolio of strategic projects across ISI functions helping to deliver objectives to key target dates as part of the realization of ISI's strategic goals and objectives
Work on project deliverables, managing changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification and escalation processes where and when required
Define project controls and management systems for schedule and performance tracking
Collaborate with project and initiative sponsors, Senior Strategy Manager, Director, and external consultants to successfully deliver program, projects and initiatives
Assist in the definition of project scope, objectives, and deliverables, aligning all relevant internal stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
Delegate project tasks based on project analyst's individual strengths, skill sets, and experience levels
Report and escalate any significant risks and issues to management as needed, ensuring structured approach to resolution
Manage project relationships across an array of stakeholders and resolve any interpersonal conflicts or challenges that may arise
Ensure regular, accurate updates and feedback to the Senior Manager for Strategy on daytoday operations
Work with the Strategic Planning management team to promote employee engagement, foster team relationships, and improve processes within the department
Lead performance development discussions in partnership with the Strategy Senior Manager, understanding team member's career goals and identifying any performance gaps for development
Use and continually develop personal leadership skills
Responsible for team members' work assignments and priorities
Delegate tasks based on each member's strengths and skills
Coach, develop, mentor and train employees to ensure work is completed as required to reach business goals effectively
Lead performance development discussions in partnership with the Manager, understanding team member's career goals and
Identify any performance gaps for development