Senior Program Execution Manager

CAE Inc; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance

Telemedicine

Employee stock purchase plan

Pension plan

Sabbatical leave

Work-life balance

Growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

CAE Inc in Montreal is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead large-scale, cross‑functional programs from initiation through completion. You will own scope, budgets, timelines, risks, and stakeholder engagement while driving operational excellence across your portfolio.

You will influence senior leadership, coach project teams, manage vendors, ensure governance and regulatory compliance, and deliver measurable business outcomes in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management or related field.
• 15–20 years leading complex programs in dynamic environments.
• PMP certification or equivalent.
• Proven ability to engage and manage senior stakeholders including C-suite.
• Aviation industry experience or exposure to regulated environments.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall delivery methods.
• Experience with enterprise program management tools and reporting frameworks.
• Strong analytical, leadership, and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to deliver measurable business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex programs, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and business priorities.
• Define program scope, objectives, success criteria, and measurable outcomes.
• Develop and manage integrated program plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Monitor program performance, proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Provide clear, concise and executive-level reporting on program status, risks, and financials.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration and align stakeholders across multiple business units.
• Engage and influence senior leadership and executive stakeholders.
• Lead, coach, and develop project teams to drive performance and accountability.
• Manage external vendors and partners to ensure delivery excellence.
• Demonstrated experience understanding, and managing commercial contracts, including vendor agreements and supplier SLAs, ensuring program delivery remains aligned with contractual obligations and commercial outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with governance standards, quality expectations, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency across programs.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives and support business development activities where required.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Executive communication

Program leadership

Budget and risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Project Management

Job description

As a Senior Program Manager, you will lead large-scale, complex and multi-disciplinary programs, ensuring alignment with business priorities and successful execution from initiation through completion. You will be accountable for program delivery, including scope, budget, timelines, risk management, and stakeholder engagement, while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement across your portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex programs, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and business priorities.
• Define program scope, objectives, success criteria, and measurable outcomes.
• Develop and manage integrated program plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Monitor program performance, proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Provide clear, concise and executive-level reporting on program status, risks, and financials.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration and align stakeholders across multiple business units.
• Engage and influence senior leadership and executive stakeholders.
• Lead, coach, and develop project teams to drive performance and accountability.
• Manage external vendors and partners to ensure delivery excellence.
• Demonstrated experience understanding, and managing commercial contracts, including vendor agreements and supplier SLAs, ensuring program delivery remains aligned with contractual obligations and commercial outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with governance standards, quality expectations, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency across programs.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives and support business development activities where required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management or a related field.
• 15-20 years of experience leading complex programs or projects in a dynamic environment.
• Proven experience managing customer-facing or high-visibility initiatives.
• PMP certification or equivalent.
• Proven ability to engage, influence, and manage senior stakeholders, including C-suite and executive leadership across complex, matrixed organizations, translating programme priorities into clear business narratives.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Aviation industry experience or exposure to highly regulated environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies.
• Experience with enterprise program management tools and reporting frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, concurrent initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize and communicate complex data.
• Proven leadership experience, including team development and stakeholder management.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and prioritization skills.
• Track record of delivering complex programs with measurable business impact.
• Experience interacting with and influencing executive-level stakeholders.

Benefits

• Group insurance
• Telemedicine
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Group RRSP
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Sabbatical leave
• Enhanced parental leave
• CAE offers
• Impactful work environment
• Opportunities for growth
• Collaborative culture
• Work-life balance
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About CAE At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position Type Regular Equal Opportunity & Accommodations CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or email [e-mail] if needed.

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Welcome to CAE! As a global leader in Civil Aviation and Defense & Security across 40 countries, we advance together as One CAE, fueled by thousands of passionate individuals operating in a culture where everyone can thrive. We hold ourselves accountable for building an inclusive community at every level, and our comprehensive benefits support you professionally and personally. Together, we are All For shaping a future where safety, sustainability, and inclusivity lead the way. Join us and be part of something bigger—where your impact reaches beyond CAE and helps shape the world of tomorrow.