Specialist, Program Manager

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris is seeking a Specialist, Program Manager to lead major programs in Montréal, QC. The role requires coordinating across finance, engineering, procurement and manufacturing, with a focus on earned value management and risk mitigation.

The candidate will liaise with international customers and manage vendors to keep cost and schedule on baseline. Eligible candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in engineering, commerce or management and 5+ years of relevant experience, with PMP

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, commerce or management.
• 5+ years of work-related experience in program management.
• PMP certification is desirable.
• Experience with earned value management (EVM).
• Strong written and verbal French/English communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage major projects across finance, engineering, procurement and manufacturing.
• Apply Earned Value Management to plan, monitor and control performance.
• Use Windchill or equivalent for document configuration management.
• Lead strategic projects and support bids and proposals.
• Guide decisions on project issues and ensure compliance with procedures.
• Interface with domestic and international customers and stakeholders.
• Manage suppliers/subcontractors and project expenditures.
• Prepare monthly progress reports and conduct status reviews.
• Travel up to 10% as required.

Skills

Program management

Communication

Risk management

Schedule tracking

Vendor coordination

Cross-functional lead

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, commerce or management

Tools

MS Project

SharePoint

Windchill

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Specialist, Program Manager

Job Location: Montréal, QC

Job Code: 40937

Job Schedule: Day Shift

Compensation Range: Between $75,000 - $125,000 CDN annually

Essential Functions:

• Ensures major projects and programs are managed across company functional groups including finance, engineering, supply chanin, manufacturing, and quality.
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) to effectively plan, monitor, and control project performance, including tracking cost and schedule variances against established baselines
• Demonstrated experience with Document Configuration Management and Windchill or equivalent platform
• Lead strategic projects; and provide support with bids and proposals.
• Provide guidance and make decisions on project issues.
• Ensures compliance with internal program procedures and project control guidelines.
• Interfacing and managing relationships and expectations with Domestic and International customers.
• Liaise with all stakeholders and departments to ensure technical, schedule and budget compliance.
• Management of suppliers/subcontractors and manufacturers of products for the projects
• Evaluate project risk and develop mitigation plans, as required.
• Review project expenditure, cash collection and EAC forecasts.Prepare and submit monthly progress reports and Lead and participate in Internal monthly project status reviews.
• Keep management fully informed on progress.
• Ability to travel 10% of the time.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, commerce or management.
• 5+ years of work-related experience.
• PMP certification is desirable
• Requires proficient knowledge of job area typically obtained through a combination of education and experience. Must have practical knowledge of project management.
• Familiarity with naval ship systems and operator training would be an asset.
• Experience coordinating project activities across engineering, procurement, and site teams to support design, testing, and implementation phases.
• Strong ability to develop and track project schedules, manage risks, and monitor cost performance using established project management tools and processes.
• Hands-on involvement in preparing project plans, technical documentation, change requests, and progress reports for internal stakeholders and clients.
• Demonstrated capability to manage vendor deliverables, monitor execution milestones, and support FAT/SAT and commissioning activities.
• Organized and structured approach with the ability to manage own time effectively while operating across multiple projects.
• Effective communicator able to translate project status, constraints, and decisions to technical teams, management, and external partners.
• Strong organizational skills with a track record of meeting deadlines, handling competing priorities, and driving tasks to completion.
• Proficient with project management tools and software (MS Project, SharePoint, collaborative PM platforms).
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills both in French and English. The English language, in addition to French, is required to meet contractual requirements.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be eligible for registration with theControlled Goods Program;
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada Reliability status and Secret Level 2/NATO Secret security clearance;

L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation.

L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks, in accordance with applicable law. Such results are only accessible and viewed by individuals at L3Harris who have direct responsibility in the hiring process. If you fail to report for a drug and alcohol test, refuse to undergo such test or test positive for the presence of drugs or alcohol, the hiring process may be concluded or your offer of employment may be rescinded, in L3Harris’ sole discretion.

This job is for an existing vacancy

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.