Project Manager, Halifax

J.D. Irving, Limited; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Project Manager, where you will play a pivotal role in the largest shipbuilding initiative in Canadian history. This dynamic position offers the chance to lead IT projects that support the manufacturing of advanced naval vessels. You will work with a diverse team, ensuring adherence to quality standards while managing project requirements and fostering innovative thinking. If you're motivated by a fast-paced environment and want to make a lasting impact on national ventures, this opportunity is ideal for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management and IT experience with demonstrated career progression.
• PMP or equivalent designation is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of IT initiatives through all stages of the project lifecycle.
• Manage communications across various industry partners engaged on the program.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Azure DevOps

Job description

Irving Shipbuilding is one of the most modern shipyards in North America, defined by its pace and appetite for change. Irving Shipbuilding is building more than 20 Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ships and River-Class Destroyers as part of the largest and most complex shipbuilding initiative in Canadian history. If you’re curious and motivated by a fast-moving environment and want to contribute to building ships with state-of-the-art naval technology this opportunity is for you.

In this dynamic role, we are looking for change leaders, who can connect with people, drive conversations, direct resources, and pivot on a dime. The Project Manager will play a critical role in the delivery of projects and getting things over the line. If you are looking for your next challenge, this is a unique opportunity to be part of transforming the way technology drives business.

Now is your chance to join our team to make a lasting impact on a national venture as a Project Manager.

All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Qualifications

• Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Computer Science, or Engineering
• 5+ years of project management and IT experience with demonstrated career progression
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent designation
• Strong people and process, leadership, and management skills
• Able to problem solve and provide solutions with the right sense of urgency
• An exceptional communicator, both written and verbal
• An influential decision maker with sound judgment and analytical support

Responsibilities

• Work alongside a diverse team supporting the technology landscape established to manufacture the River-Class Destroyers as part of the National Shipbuilding Strategy
• Lead the delivery of IT initiatives through all stages of the project lifecycle
• Management of all IT project requirements and artifacts, such as scope, schedule, cost, resourcing, risk, change and quality management
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and project deliverables, leveraging Microsoft Azure DevOps for full artifact traceability
• Manage communications at all levels of the organization and across various industry partners engaged on the River-Class Destroyer Program
• Proactively engage in coaching of team members and foster innovative and creative thinking