Project Manager Planning Governance

Irving Shipbuilding; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipbuilding company in Dartmouth seeks a Project Manager to enhance its Planning Governance Framework. The role involves managing strategic projects, executing programmatic activities, and supporting risk identification and mitigation. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and 5-8 years of experience, with strong project management and communication skills. The position requires a full-time, in-office presence, emphasizing continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant experience, including 5+ in project management.
• Strong strategic mindset with risk-based decision-making focus.
• Highly organized with strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for improvement within the Planning Governance Framework.
• Manage and execute strategic projects for the Planning function.
• Perform programmatic project management activities for account managers.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Risk-based decision-making

Project management skills

Technical writing

Problem-solving

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in engineering, business, or related field

Tools

PMP

Prosci

Six Sigma

Job description

Job Description

The Project Manager, Planning Governance plays a pivotal role in strengthening the effectiveness, consistency, and continuous improvement of the Planning function. This role drives the evolution of the ISI Planning Governance Framework by leading high‑impact, cross‑functional initiatives that improve performance, alignment, and operational excellence.

In this role, you will champion risk‑based thinking, build strong relationships across the organization, and apply disciplined project management practices to deliver meaningful, measurable results. Your work will span benchmarking, process and documentation development, and organizational change management-ensuring Planning remains structured, efficient, and future‑ready. You will also provide program‑level project management support to Planning control account managers, enabling them to succeed through accurate progress reporting, robust change control, and informed resource planning.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for improvement within the ISI Planning Governance Framework.
• Manage and execute strategic projects to support improvements in Planning function, including the following activities, as required:
  • Define project
  • Lead cross‑functional project teams
  • Perform research and benchmarking
  • Develop documentation and processes
  • Manage change
• Perform programmatic project management activities to support Planning function control account managers, including:
  • Progress reporting
  • Change requests
  • Statements of work
  • Resource planning
• Support risk identification and mitigation to support achieving business objectives.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering, business, or related field.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience, including 5+ in project management.
• PMP, Prosci, and/or Six Sigma considered assets (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong strategic mindset with risk‑based decision‑making and continuous improvement focus.
• Solid project management skills across scope, schedule, budget, change, and risk.
• Excellent technical writing and ability to simplify complex information.
• Strong technical aptitude, problem‑solving, and quick learning.
• Highly organized with strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

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.