Software Program Director

OSI Maritime Systems; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in maritime systems is seeking a Software Program Director responsible for overseeing software projects. The role involves leadership, project delivery, and collaboration with various teams to ensure successful outcomes. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in complex system solutions and strong project management skills. OSI emphasizes a collaborative culture, diversity, and professional growth opportunities, making it an attractive workplace for talented individuals.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Dental Benefits

RSP

Vacation

Work-Life Balance

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in complex system-based solutions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver software projects within cost and schedule limits.
• Lead and mentor project managers and engineers.
• Manage KPIs and resource assignments for software projects.

Skills

Project Delivery

Software Engineering

Risk Assessment

Problem Solving

Communication

Time Management

Education

University education in a related area

PMI / PMP / PgMP / APM / PRINCE2 qualified

Tools

P6 Primavera

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Company - At OSI Maritime Systems, we pride ourselves on delivering world-class navigation and bridge systems. With decades of experience serving military customers, we remain at the forefront of innovation in the maritime industry. Our collaborative and dynamic environment ensures every team member contributes to advancing marine safety and operational excellence. With a global presence, we are proud to have offices in Canada, UK, Taiwan, Australia, and Germany.

About the Role - The Software Program Director is a single point accountable to the VP, Product Development and responsible for meeting customer and business objectives of all software projects. The Software Program Director will have hands-on delivery responsibility for all software projects and will provide leadership and direction to the team of Software Project Managers, assigned project teams, and other supporting staff working on all software projects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver to cost and schedule limits the portfolio of software projects
• Lead, manage, and mentor project managers, engineers, and supporting staff assigned to the software projects. Act as Line Manager to Software Project Managers
• Support the Program Controls Manager in ensuring that projects follow agreed controls, checks, and balances. Acting to develop RTG plans when indications suggest a deviation from agreed limits
• Manage, champion, and act on KPIs for software projects, supporting the Program Controls Manager in their generation and acting as necessary to correct deficiencies either in the data or the portfolio shortcomings
• Work with resource managers to assign resources to ensure software projects are adequately resourced to meet budget and schedule expectations
• Work very closely with the Manager, Software Engineering, to ensure that people and processes championed by the department are meeting the needs and expectations of the projects
• Work very closely with the Technical Manager and Software Design Authority to ensure technical solutions within the portfolio are being developed consistently across the business making best use of OSI Intellectual Property
• Provide a consolidated resource forecast that extends out to the planning horizon. The forecast will be used by the divisional VP for workforce planning purposes
• Provide estimates, compliance matrices, and risk assessments to the Proposals team in support of BD efforts. Maintain a close working relationship with the Director, Proposals on software-related BD pipeline activities
• Foster and build on the strengths of a diverse workforce

Qualifications

• Experience : A minimum of 10 years of direct experience in the delivery of complex system-based solutions, ideally desktop applications

Skills :

• Experience and knowledge of complex project delivery
• Experience and knowledge of software engineering, within naval or defense domains preferred
• Experienced in risk assessment, development of advanced level analysis and understanding of earned value management
• Proficient with P6 Primavera and Microsoft Office software suite
• Practical problem-solving ability
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
• Ability to use sound judgment
• Ability to manage time and workload effectively including planning, organizing, and prioritizing with attention to detail

Education :

• University education in a related area and / or relevant working experience; PMI / PMP / PgMP / APM / PRINCE2 qualified from accredited project management institute would be an asset
• Other : Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance

Why work for OSI?

• Collaborative Culture : Work with a talented and supportive team that values innovation and teamwork.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion : OSI is committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute their best.
• Growth Opportunities : We invest in our employees' professional development and career growth with an annual employee driven development program.
• Competitive Benefits : Enjoy health, dental, RSP, vacation and a healthy work-life balance environment!

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