Project Manager

Prime Minister of Canada; Boucherville; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal government agency is seeking a Project Manager to support its Medical Devices Research Centre. The successful candidate will manage large and complex projects, ensure compliance with project management practices, and coordinate with stakeholders. A university degree and significant project management experience are required, as well as bilingual skills. The role offers a salary range from $64,739 to $183,010 annually with additional benefits.

Benefits

Bilingualism Bonus of $800 per year

Relocation assistance as per NRC directives

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field is mandatory.
• Significant experience managing large projects in a matrix environment is required.
• Experience with federal government projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define project management practices for compliance.
• Provide support and advice to project managers.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to meet project requirements.

Skills

Bilingual communication

Project management principles

Stakeholder engagement

Education

University degree in science, engineering, project management

Job description

Overview

The Role

We are looking for a Project Manager (RCA) to support the Medical Devices Research Centre (MD). The successful candidate must share our core values of integrity excellence respect and creativity. As a member of the Project Management Office the Project Manager helps define and ensure compliance with good project management practices. He / she provides project managers with professional advice and project management support services to ensure that projects are delivered as agreed with clients, that schedules and budgets are met, and that stakeholder expectations are met.

Responsibilities

• Define and ensure compliance with project management practices within the PMO.
• Provide professional advice and support to project managers to ensure timely and on-budget delivery.
• Coordinate with clients and stakeholders to meet requirements and expectations.

Qualifications

Education

University degree in science, engineering, project management or another field relevant to the duties of this position. Official designation as a Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute (PMI) may be considered an asset. For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad please see Degree equivalency.

Experience

• Significant experience managing large complex projects involving multidisciplinary teams and multiple stakeholders in a matrix environment including staff, contractors and complex procurement issues.
• Experience applying project management principles and adopting best practices including coaching and training other staff in project management.
• Experience reporting to senior management on project performance including reviewing, producing and analyzing performance indicators such as those related to cost, schedule, quality, customer satisfaction and project team engagement, and providing recommendations for problem resolution.
• Experience mobilizing internal and external stakeholders in a complex environment.
• Experience working with and reporting to expert and technical committees may be considered an asset.
• Experience managing projects in a research and technology environment may be considered an asset.
• Experience in the federal government environment may be considered an asset.

Condition of Employment

Reliability Status

For a Reliability Status verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

Language Requirements

Bilingual, Imperative CBC / CBC

Salary and Compensation

This position is classified as a Research Council Officer (RCO). The salary scale ranges from $64,739 to $183,010 per annum. In addition, the incumbent will receive the Bilingualism Bonus of $800 per year.

Notes

• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with NRC directives.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply; however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
• Closing Date: 04 September 2025 - 23:59 Eastern Time.

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