Project Manager - Ottawa - ORBCOMM

Description

Join Us as a Project Manager

Are you ready to make a significant impact in an innovative environment? At ORBCOMM, we're on the hunt for a passionate Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, agile setting. We want you to transform your ideas into action and drive our mission forward

Why You'll Love Working Here

We are seeking an experienced, self-driven Project Manager to lead high-impact technical and business initiatives from concept through production launch. This role drives operational excellence, ensures stakeholder alignment, and owns end-to-end project execution across cost, quality, and schedule.

The Project Manager leads cross-functional teams across Product, Hardware, Firmware, Software, Operations, Manufacturing, Technical Publications, and Marketing, delivering disciplined planning and execution while proactively managing scope, risk, and dependencies through clear communication, tracking, and phase-gate reviews.

This role also supports continuous improvement of product development processes by enhancing project management tools, methodologies, and documentation to enable scalable, repeatable execution.

This role is based out of our Ottawa, Ontario office. We operate in a hybrid work environment, requiring a minimum of three (3) days per week onsite at our Kanata office, with the option to work remotely for up to two (2) days per week.

What You'll Do

• Leadership to manage multiple projects while meeting goals for cost, quality and delivery.
• Interfaces with product management and cross-functional representatives to ensure robust requirements and design specifications in step with overall project needs.
• Conducts planning with functional managers and project team to break down work and determine tasks, durations, dependencies, key milestones, deliverables, budget and risks. Project schedule is created based on project plan.
• Creates schedule including activities, milestones, key deliverables and resources.
• Efficiently manage and communicate milestones to stakeholders throughout the project.
• Understands, drives and monitors development activities and deliverables across functional areas, and with external organizations, ensuring timely execution against plan.
• Manages contracts, requirements and specifications with external partners/collaborators.
• Ensures key project engineering documentation (functional/design specs etc.) are generated and maintained throughout development.
• Conducts status meetings and maintains action and risk registers. Facilitates technical reviews with project team and holds gate review meetings with key stakeholders.
• Leads cross-functional teams in the identification, assessment and management of project risk, development of mitigation plans and their execution.
• Assesses changes in development scope to determine impacts to project.
• Tracks project activity to ensure execution within budget, schedule and scope.
• Reports project progress regarding scope, schedule and budget, deliverables/documentation and approval of changes to scope, timeline or cost.
• Supports the development, maintenance and ongoing improvement of efficient and effective product development process, project management tools and techniques, and related documents. Ensure that team members understand and adhere to project requirements, providing assistance and training as needed.

Who You Are

You're a strategic thinker with a knack for operational excellence, ready to tackle multiple priorities with agility and grace.

• College diploma/University degree (Technical/Engineering) with coursework or certification in project management
• 5+ years of experience in project management with a proven track record of independently leading technical and cross-functional projects.
• 3+ years product development project management experience including interaction with project teams including remote members and cross-functional managers.
• Ability to work on concurrent projects with diverse scope and teams of varying size.
• Ability to work independently, multi-task, prioritize and organize work to meet deadlines
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines
• Knowledge of project management processes, workflow and terminology
• Demonstrates proficiency with project management tools and methods.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project. Familiar with SharePoint and Office 365 tools
• Displays solid written and verbal communication and presentation skills, and communicates effectively with team members and next level leaders.
• Team work, collaboration and results-oriented. Develops excellent working relationships with the project team and provides responsive support to their needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with different types of personalities.
• Occasional travel required
• Leverage AI-enabled tools and automation to support daily tasks and productivity.
• Commitment to continuous learning in digital and AI literacy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, Scrum Master, Agile).
• 7+ years of experience in project or program management, technical delivery, or product development.
• Hands‑on experience with IoT projects or platform‑based ecosystems.
• Demonstrated success in change management and establishing PM best practices within engineering‑driven organizations.
• Data‑driven decision maker, with a mindset focused on continuous learning and process improvement.
• Able to maintain clarity and composure in high‑pressure or ambiguous situations.
• Passionate about delivering innovation, customer value, and cross‑team collaboration.

The Benefits of Working Here

A career with ORBCOMM offers a unique opportunity to grow your skills and expand your expertise in a collaborative, innovative environment. Beyond being part of an exceptional team, we provide a competitive, locally relevant benefits package designed to support our employees around the world. Benefits vary by location and include health and wellness coverage, paid time off, retirement or savings programs, flexible work arrangements, insurance coverage, lifestyle perks, and access to employee discounts—helping you thrive both professionally and personally.

The anticipated starting salary range for candidates expressing interest in this position is CAD $100,000 – 125,000. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as location, technical experience, skills, certifications, etc.

How We Hire

ORBCOMM uses technology-enabled tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support parts of the recruitment process. All hiring decisions are made by people, as part of our human‑led, tech‑enabled culture.

About Us

At ORBCOMM, we're pioneers in IoT technology that drives innovation and empowers our clients to make data‑driven decisions. Our industry‑leading solutions enable customers to boost productivity, streamline operations, and increase their bottom line. With over 30 years of experience and the most comprehensive solution portfolio in the industry, we enable the management of millions of assets worldwide across diverse sectors, including transportation, heavy industries, satellite, and maritime. Discover how ORBCOMM is transforming industries and unlocking the potential of data to drive meaningful change at

Ready to Join Us?

We believe that our people are our greatest asset. Your skills and passion can help us achieve remarkable things If you're seeking a thrilling career opportunity in a vibrant, growth‑oriented environment, ORBCOMM is the perfect fit for you.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and appreciate all applicants for their interest in joining our team. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

At ORBCOMM, we are also dedicated to ensuring accessibility and are pleased to offer accommodations for individuals with disabilities upon request throughout all aspects of the selection process.