IT Project Lead, Halifax

J.D. Irving, Limited; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

J.D. Irving, Limited is seeking a Project Lead to drive technology-enabled business solutions across its group of companies. You will lead IT projects through the full lifecycle, coordinating stakeholders and coaching teams for performance in a fast-paced environment.

This full-time on-site role requires CGP, government security clearance, and ITAR readiness, with opportunities to grow into senior leadership as the national program expands.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Computer Science, or Engineering; MBA preferred.
• 3–5+ years of project management with IT experience and career progression.
• Excellent leadership, people and process management in fast-paced environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with urgency.
• Strong communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously.
• Lean Six Sigma/Prosci/Agile PM assets are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of IT projects from concept to implementation across the J.D. Irving businesses.
• Manage project communications at all organizational levels, including executives.
• Coach and mentor project team members to optimize performance and innovation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure client success.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, resourcing, risk and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Agile

Mentoring

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business/CS/Engineering

MBA preferred

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Prosci certification

Agile Project Management Certification

Job description

Job Description

Irving Shipbuilding is one of the most modern shipyards in North America, defined by its pace and appetite for change. Irving Shipbuilding is building more than 20 Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ships and River-Class Destroyers as part of the largest and most complex shipbuilding initiative in Canadian history. If you’re curious and motivated by a fast-moving environment and want to contribute to building ships with state-of-the-art naval technologythis opportunity is for you.

Irving Shipbuilding is one of the most modern shipyards in North America, defined by its pace and appetite for change. Irving Shipbuilding is building more than 20 Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ships and River-Class Destroyers as part of the largest and most complex shipbuilding initiative in Canadian history. If you’re curious and motivated by a fast-moving environment and want to contribute to building ships with state-of-the-art naval technologythis opportunity is for you.

As a Project Lead, you will be responsible for leading the implementation of technology enabled business solutions for the J.D. Irving, Limited group of companies. In this role, you will provide strong leadership in a dynamic and fast paced work environment enabling the growth and improvement of the businesses.

This is a career development opportunity where JDI IT will invest to grow your skills and experience towards more senior leadership roles.

Now is your chance to join our team to make a lasting impact on a national venture as a Project Lead.

This position requires full-time on-site presence.

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).

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of information technology projects into the J.D. Irving businesses through all stages of the project lifecycle from original concept to implementation
• Manage communications related to the project at all levels of the organization and across businesses; including executive levels
• Proactively engage in coaching and mentoring of project team members to help staff reach optimal level of performance and foster a working environment open to new ideas and innovative solutions
• Collaborating with internal teams to ensure client success
• Responsible for the management of project scope, schedule, budget, resourcing, risk and quality management
• Monitoring satisfaction and identifying opportunities for improvement
• Manage the integration of vendor tasks and track and review vendor deliverables
• Communicating with customers to provide updates, gather feedback, and address any issues or concerns
• Communicating the value of IT initiatives and achievements to the organization’s leadership and stakeholders
• Providing guidance and support to customers in using the company product and services effectively

Qualifications

• Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Computer Science, or Engineering, MBA preferred
• Years of Experience Required: 3-5+ years of project management with IT experience and demonstrated career progression
• Excellent leadership, people and process management skills with proven success in a fast paced environment
• Ability to organize, analyze, interpret and evaluate problems and provide solutions with the right sense of urgency
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal at all levels within the organization
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously
• Lean Six Sigma experience would be considered an asset
• Prosci certification would be considered an asset
• Agile Project Management Certification would be considered an asset

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

The belief that what people experience matters more than technology is part of our foundational core. We also believe that our ability as a team grows exponentially when we share success. These centering values – some of our non-negotiables - guide our decisions and inform how we show up daily. Join a team that aims to simplify the path forward and inspire commitment.

With over 380 employees centralized in Saint John, Fredericton, Dieppe and Halifax, we offerthe opportunity to create real value by helping people and businesses work smarter. JDI IT supportsthe entire J.D. Irving Limited group of companies which means we offer opportunities and experiences across a wide breadth of IT areas, businesses and industries.As a member of theJDI IT team, you will be a key player in enabling the business to win by overcoming obstacles and "getting it done"!

We believe in the power of diverse teams and invest in continuous professional growth. We are seeking naturally curious change makers looking to join a collaborative and motivated team.Come help JDI IT Raise the Bar!