Project Manager

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This role is Hybrid Ottawa

Project Manager

Position Summary

The Project Manager (PM) will carry out an integral role, responsible and accountable for the delivery of assigned projects, their business rhythm and all associated governance aspects in order to ensure successful project execution. The role will demand an individual with highly developed communication and influencing skills and an equal depth of domain experience that can ensure Thales delivers the project to the schedule, cost and quality requirements and to the satisfaction of the customer. The ability to lead and motivate an integrated project team will be key to the success of the PM and the execution of the assigned projects.

The PM, working across the integrated project team, will produce detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and regular status reports for the customer and Thales internal management for complex projects, which may include Firm Fixed Price and/or Service based contracts. The current work scope anticipated for the PM is to deliver projects to enhance information sharing and consistency across various groups under the Arctic Offshore Patrol Ships and Joint Support Ships In-Service Support (AJISS) Program. The PM will engage with various stakeholders within the Thales matrix organization and within the customer community on the project. The PM will be accountable for driving Execution Excellence on their project and supporting Project Management Office (PMO) initiatives within Thales Canada Defence & Security.

Regulatory Compliance Requirement

This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List and/or the US the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be eligible or able to obtain authorization for such access.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Plan, organize, lead and control the area and staff assigned to achieve outcomes within the delegated authorities and responsibilities for the Projects assigned;
• Establish and control the project business rhythm and governance for all Project assigned;
• Ensure that Thales project management methodology and a suitable program management framework are used throughout the entire project lifecycle to meet financial objectives and customer commitments;
• Develop a robust, optimized project schedule;
• Manage and track the cost, schedule and technical performance of all aspects of the Project assigned against the approved baseline;
• Be accountable for monitoring/control of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), schedule, risk register, scope change control, on time delivery, and EAC within the projects assigned;
• Oversee achievement of project performance objectives and indicators;
• Identify support and resources needed to achieve project objectives with input of the Resource Managers and key stakeholders;
• Manage all customer / stakeholder relationships to ensure other responsibilities/accountabilities are achieved;
• Lead and motivate a highly performing cross-disciplinary integrated team by providing the appropriate direction, coaching, support and delegation to team members;
• Ensure a robust risk and opportunity management process is embedded in the project, supporting the work package leaders as required;
• Promote Execution Excellence by identifying areas of improvement and supporting PMO initiatives;
• Prepare Project and Estimate to Complete (ETC) Reviews;
• Ensure a “Lessons Learned” culture is embedded within all assigned Projects, and;
• Other duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in a relevant field such as Engineering, Business or Relevant proven experience
• Certified Practicing Project Manager or equivalent (IPMA and/or PMP certification)
• Possess demonstrated experience in the engineering or defence sector for at least 7 years
• Minimum 3 years of experience managing complex projects or work packages in a matrix organization
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and analytical abilities
• A positive and energized attitude

Preferred Qualifications

• A proven ability to lead and influence stakeholders at all levels within and across the organization
• Strong commercial / contractual acumen
• Knowledge and understanding of the Defence Sector
• Experience across the Design, Delivery, and In-Service Support phases of a project lifecycle
• Track record working in a complex, multidisciplinary, multi-site organizations
• Expertise in managing change on complex Projects
• Experience implementing continuous improvement within projects to improve delivery efficacy
• Experience with digital automation, application integration, and enterprise solutions
• Experience with cloud-based services and/or the transition of on-premises services to cloud based services

Special Position Requirements

• Hybrid (Home/Office) – Required to be in office for an average of 3 days a week, but requirements may be increased based on business needs and Manager discretion.
• Schedule: 40 hours per week
• Physical Environment: Office environment
• Travel: As required primarily within Canada

The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is between Total Target Cash (TTC) $120,000 - $140,000 CAD Annual.

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