Project Manager, Performance

J.D. Irving, Limited; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Manager of Performance to lead initiatives within Program Management. This role is pivotal in ensuring that Program Management KPIs align with key management processes, delivering value efficiently to customers. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management, particularly in defense or construction sectors, and possess strong stakeholder management skills. Join a dynamic team focused on driving program execution and enhancing performance metrics. If you are results-oriented and passionate about project management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of Project Management experience in defense/design/construction.
• Strong background in stakeholder management and core PM processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop communication methods for Program performance and align with departments.
• Lead communication with stakeholders regarding performance management.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Teamwork Skills

Project Management Processes

Lean Methodologies

Budgeting and Cost Forecasting

Risk Management

Education

Post-secondary degree in Business Administration

Post-secondary degree in Engineering

Recognized PM designation (PMI)

Continuous Improvement Certification

Job description

The Project Manager of Performance will lead initiatives within Program Management Performance based on input and direction from the Program Manager Performance and the CSC Program Director. They will ensure a cohesive management structure to drive CSC Program execution. This role will also ensure that the Program Management KPIs align with other key management processes, to ensure the Program is delivering value to the Customer in an efficient and cohesive manner.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree, in business administration, engineering or related discipline. Additional years of experience may be acceptable in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 5-8 years' experience in Project Management, in defense/design/construction industries.
• Experience in project build sectors, large scope national contracts or heavy industrial sectors an asset.
• Strong background in stakeholder management and teamwork skills; pro-active and results-focused.
• High level of competence with core Project Management processes: scheduling, lean methodologies, budgeting and cost forecasting, performance tracking, risk management.
• Recognized PM designation (such as PMI) would be considered an asset.
• Recognized continuous improvement certification (such as green/black belt) would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop the communication methods of Program performance complete with high-level processes ensuring alignment with other CSC Functional Departments leading to a cohesive management structure driving CSC Program execution.
• Review and development of Program Performance reports, metrics and dashboards, including identification and coordination of JDI IT resources to deliver the data.
• Lead on communication and engagements with internal and external stakeholders where it applies to performance Management.
• Support the Program Manager level ad-hoc initiatives.