Project Lead, Engineering Strategy, Governance and Skills Management

Bombardier Transportation GmbH; Dorval; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in aerospace is seeking a Project Lead for Engineering Strategy, Governance, and Skills Management. Based in Dorval, Canada, the ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in project management, focusing on talent management and development within the engineering community. The role includes leading strategic initiatives and providing data-driven insights to support decision-making. Join a team that values employee growth and well-being.

Benefits

Comprehensive insurance plans

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 to 15 years of experience, with at least 5 years in project or program management.
• Experience in project scheduling and providing status updates to management.
• Self-motivated, autonomous, and results-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Engineering Talent Management initiatives and tools.
• Lead strategic initiatives in Engineering Talent Management.
• Deliver data-driven insights for decision-making.
• Define and monitor KPIs to assess effectiveness of initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant diploma

Job description

Overview

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.

Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program

Now that you can see yourself in this role, apply and join the Bombardier Team!

Please note: You don’t need all the skills, knowledge, and experience listed to apply for this position. We’re not looking for the perfect candidate, we’re looking for great talent and passionate individuals.

Bombardier is an equal opportunity employer and encourages persons of any race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, immigration status, disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics to apply.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the manager of the Engineering Skill Management (ESM) team, contribute to successfully implement initiatives and tools that encourage knowledge transfer, professional development, and career exploration throughout the engineering community with the intent to meet our team long term vision of “Enriching Engineering employees for the next challenge”.
• Contribute to the development and execution of the Engineering Talent Management Roadmap, focusing on New Program Development, Sustaining Engineering, Aftermarket, and Defense sectors.
• Propose and scope strategic initiatives aligned with the organization’s 5-year vision, including detailed 18-month implementation plans, budget and resources requirements.
• Lead key strategic initiatives under the three core pillars of Engineering Talent Management: Knowledge Management & Workforce Planning, Engineering Training Programs, Career Development Pathways.
• Present to leadership, influence and align cross-functional talent initiatives to ensure consistency with the broader engineering vision and organizational goals.
• Communicate with Knowledge Owners, Fellows and other experts within the Engineering community to obtain feedback and buy-in on initiatives led by the ESM team.
• Deliver data-driven insights and present actionable recommendations to the leadership team to support decision-making.
• Define, monitor, and report on KPIs to measure the effectiveness and impact of engineering talent management initiatives.
• Provide guidance and support to team members in the execution of their respective projects, fostering collaboration and accountability.

Qualifications

• You hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering, or relevant diploma with equivalent working experience
• You have a minimum of 10 to 15 years of experience with a minimum of 5 years in project or program management
• You have experience at Bombardier in Engineering, Program or Defense and have knowledge of our environment
• You have experience in project scheduling (creating, executing and monitoring schedule) and providing project status to all levels of management.
• You have excellent organizational skills including the ability to handle multiple assignments and prioritize work in a dynamic and flexible environment
• You have the ability to lead teams informally to achieve objectives, foster teamwork by networking, discovering synergies and leveraging resources
• You have the ability to delegate tasks and activities while keeping ownership for the overall success of the objectives.
• You are self-motivated, autonomous, enthusiastic and results oriented.

Job Project Lead, Engineering Strategy, Governance and Skills Management

Primary Location Administrative Centre (CA)

Organization Aerospace Canada

Shift

Employee Status Regular

Requisition 9879 Project Lead, Engineering Strategy, Governance and Skills Management