Project Manager - Business Improvement

J.D. Irving; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in New Brunswick is seeking a Project Manager to design and implement initiatives within their Transportation and Logistics Division. The ideal candidate will lead business improvement projects and collaborate with various stakeholders. Responsibilities include managing multiple projects, developing improvement roadmaps, and ensuring effective communication at all organizational levels. A minimum of 5 years' experience in project management and process improvement is required, along with relevant educational qualifications. This full-time position offers a chance to work in a dynamic team focused on transformational change.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, managing multiple initiatives.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in process improvement.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a business improvement roadmap.
• Manage active and pending improvement projects aligning with business strategy.
• Coordinate teams and ensure risks are managed.
• Lead projects through to implementation and adoption.

Skills

Project management

Process improvement

Lean Six Sigma

Excellent communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Science, Business Administration, or related field

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

Transportation and Logistics Divisional Services

Saint John, NB, Canada

Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Business Improvement and Safety, the Project Manager will be responsible for designing and implementing initiatives throughout the Transportation and Logistics Division.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with leadership and key stakeholders to develop and maintain a business improvement roadmap that will drive transformational change within a large business in the Transportation and Logistics Division.
• Manage the portfolio of active and pending improvement projects, ensuring that activities align with short-term goals and long-term strategy, and optimize the available resources (people and financial).
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure that action items are being addressed in a timely manner and risks are being identified and managed.
• Develop and maintain project plans and reporting tools to track progress, identify risks, and communicate updates to leadership.
• Lead select projects within the portfolio from inception through to implementation, ensuring improvements are adopted, objectives are met, and results are sustained.
• Facilitate change management activities, ensuring smooth transitions and stakeholder engagement across all levels.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to project leads, process owners, team members, and other stakeholder within the business as required.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Science, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree or MBA considered an asset.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in project management, preferably managing multiple initiatives within a complex business environment.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in process improvement; Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt) considered a strong asset.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent considered an asset.
• Excellent communication skills, able to communicate with confidence at all levels of the organization, from the front line to executive teams.

About the Team

The Transportation and Logistics Division of J.D. Irving, Limited is comprised of a dynamic group of unique and successful businesses in the marine, railway, trucking and service sectors. We are a recognized leader in freight movement and logistics services, offering a fast-paced and progressive work environment, with exposure to a wide range of operational initiatives and a focus on the future with our Digital Strategy. We are growing our businesses, transforming our operations, maximizing our results and energizing our employees through investment and progressive technology. We value people and teamwork, and we seek and develop the very best talent to ensure that WE DELIVER!

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and 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.

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

Job Info

• Job Identification 7396
• Job Category Project/Program Management
• Posting Date 12/22/2025, 09:24 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 300 Union Street, Saint John, NB, E2L 4M3, CA