Project Lead, Engineering Strategy, Governance and Skills Management

Bombardier; Dorval; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Dorval is seeking a team member to drive engineering initiatives and talent management strategies. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in engineering and 10-15 years of relevant experience, including project management. The role involves leading cross-functional initiatives, presenting data-driven insights, and fostering teamwork. The company offers a flexible hybrid work environment and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Insurance plans

Retirement savings plan

Employee Assistance Program

Tele Health Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 to 15 years of experience with at least 5 years in project or program management.
• Experience at Bombardier in Engineering, Program or Defense.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Engineering Talent Management Roadmap.
• Lead strategic initiatives in Engineering Talent Management.
• Present insights and recommendations to leadership.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant diploma

Job description

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

Why join us? 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.

Bombardier’s Benefits Program 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)
• Competitive base salary
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tele Health Program

What are your contributions to the team? Reporting to the manager of the Engineering Skill Management (ESM) team, you will 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, with a focus 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 the 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 get their 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.

How to thrive in this role?

• 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 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 ability to lead teams informally to achieve objectives, you foster teamwork by networking, discovering synergies and leveraging resources
• You have 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.

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.