Program Manager, PM CoE & Portfolio Leadership

Duke; Lévis; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Davie is seeking a seasoned Program Manager for the HCWPC portfolio to provide strategic oversight, governance, and performance across Halifax-class frigate repair and maintenance projects.

In a matrix organization, you will lead the PM CoE, standardize methodologies, and drive continuous improvement while partnering with executive leadership and stakeholders to ensure outcomes align with corporate strategy.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience in program and project management, including leadership of complex, multi-project portfolios in marine or industrial sectors.
• Experience managing Government Marine Level 3 maintenance programs with a cumulative minimum of 1,000,000 labour hours.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree or PMP certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the PMO (Program Management Office)/PM CoE vision, scope, and governance model.
• Align program frameworks with Davie’s strategic objectives and leadership goals.
• Establish portfolio management processes, performance reporting structures, and governance gates.
• Represent the PM CoE to executive leadership and participate in the PM CoE Steering Committee.
• Standardize project management methodologies, templates, and tools across the HCWPC program.
• Implement project lifecycle, risk, change, and quality management processes.
• Conduct independent audits, health checks, and compliance reviews.
• Develop and maintain KPIs and maturity models to measure and improve program performance.
• Recruit, train, and mentor PMO and project staff to build a high-performing team.
• Develop competency frameworks and professional development programs.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain a program management skills inventory and leadership talent pipeline.
• Select and implement project portfolio management (PPM) systems and tools.
• Define reporting standards and dashboard structures to provide real-time program visibility.
• Ensure data integrity, integration, and effective tool adoption across the organization.
• Lead communication and change management initiatives for PMO and PM CoE rollout.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal stakeholders, client representatives, and project teams.
• Promote consistent governance, transparency, and alignment across all HCWPC projects.
• Monitor program and PMO effectiveness through KPIs, audits, and stakeholder feedback.
• Identify and resolve systemic delivery issues across the HCWPC portfolio.
• Benchmark practices, pilot innovative tools, and refine processes to advance organizational maturity.
• Monitor benefits realization and ensure business outcomes are achieved.
• Lead and inspire the HCWPC program team to achieve excellence in delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Conduct performance reviews and support career development for PMO and project staff.
• Ensure all team members receive appropriate training and development aligned with their roles.
• Collaborate with HR and HSE to address performance and compliance matters.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Team empowerment

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/Construction Management/Business Administration or related field

Tools

PMO tools

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Job description

Davie is seeking a seasoned Program Manager for the HCWPC portfolio to provide strategic oversight, governance, and performance across Halifax-class frigate repair and maintenance projects.

In a matrix organization, you will lead the PM CoE, standardize methodologies, and drive continuous improvement while partnering with executive leadership and stakeholders to ensure outcomes align with corporate strategy.