Project Manager, Engineering Performance

J.D. Irving; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipbuilding company in Dartmouth, NS is seeking a Project Manager for Engineering Performance. The role involves leading engineering teams, managing project metrics, and ensuring compliance with contract requirements. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree or diploma in Engineering, PMP certification, and 5+ years of relevant experience. The position requires strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset, as well as a background in heavy industrial environments. This is a full-time position with a focus on continuous improvement and performance tracking.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in engineering or project management, ideally within large-scale projects or portfolios.
• Background in heavy industrial, manufacturing, or fabrication environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage planned and emergent engineering work within your scope.
• Own core project management functions: cost analysis, schedule control, vendor coordination, and change management.
• Interpret Statements of Work and contract requirements to ensure scope delivery.
• Collaborate with Quality Management to author repeatable processes and procedures.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and make informed technical decisions.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Engineering

PMP certification

Job description

• Irving Shipbuilding

Dartmouth, NS, Canada

Job Description

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving performance in complex engineering environments? Do you thrive on solving problems, managing metrics, and enabling teams to deliver high-quality results? If so, we want to hear from you!

As Project Manager, Engineering Performance, you’ll be at the heart of our Engineering Department’s success. You’ll lead the charge in managing programmatic interfaces and work management systems, ensuring our engineering projects run smoothly, efficiently, and with precision.

You’ll support key processes like Earned Value Management, Vendor Oversight, Risk Mitigation, Contract Compliance, Deliverable Tracking, and Quality & Change Management. You’ll also be the go-to expert for engineering metrics, process improvement, and performance tracking.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working across teams, solving complex challenges, and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced, industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage planned and emergent engineering work within your scope
• Own core project management functions: cost analysis, schedule control, vendor coordination, and change management
• Interpret Statements of Work and contract requirements to ensure scope delivery
• Support internal and external stakeholders with procurement, change processes, and work management tools
• Review and originate technical deliverables and documentation
• Collaborate with Quality Management to author repeatable processes and procedures
• Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and make informed technical decisions
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across the department

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in an Engineering discipline
• PMP certification is a strong asset
• 5+ years of experience in engineering or project management, ideally within large-scale projects or portfolios
• Background in heavy industrial, manufacturing, or fabrication environments
• P.Eng designation is a plus
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Due to the nature of work Irving Shipbuilding does, all successful applicants must meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Please note this position requires a full-time, in-office presence.

About the Team

Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.

At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.

We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.

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 6124
• Job Category Project/Program Management
• Posting Date 09/22/2025, 11:41 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 35 Micmac Blvd, Dartmouth, NS, B3A 4Y8, CA