Steel Planner

Irving Shipbuilding; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Irving Shipbuilding seeks a Steel Planner to manage Structural Steel Bills of Materials using 3D models and develop executable work packages for vessel construction. The role ensures proper sequencing of steel components, materials, and work scopes in line with build strategies and project schedules.

The ideal candidate will integrate Inspection Test Points into the planned sequence, embed quality requirements, and support production through all phases.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary technical/engineering degree or equivalent.
• Trade Certificate/Red Seal is an asset.
• 2–5 years planning/trade experience recommended, naval context preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret trade drawings.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6, Aveva, AutoCAD an asset.

Responsibilities

• Interpret contract drawings to define scope, budget, and schedule.
• Create high-quality work packs for efficient execution.
• Ensure accurate activity breakdowns, sequencing, and budgeting in Primavera P6.
• Identify material stock discrepancies, coordinating with cross-functional teams.
• Provide trade-specific support to Planning and Production teams; track scheduling progress.

Skills

Production planning

Interpreting drawings

Team collaboration

Quality awareness

Education

Post-secondary degree in technical/engineering

Trade Certificate or Red Seal

Tools

Primavera P6

Aveva

AutoCAD

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description

The Steel Planner is responsible for the consumption and management of Structural Steel Bills of Material (BOMs) using 3D product models to develop clean, executable work packages for Production throughout all stages of vessel construction. This role ensures that steel components, materials, and work scopes are sequenced and planned in alignment with build strategies, production requirements, and project schedules.

The Steel Planner integrates Inspection Test Points (ITPs) into the planned work sequence, ensuring quality requirements are embedded within the production process and enabling efficient execution, inspection, and completion of work. Success in this role requires strong knowledge of structural steel fabrication, 3D modeling systems, production planning, material control, and quality assurance processes.

Responsibilities

• Interpret contract documentation and technical drawings to define scope, budget, and schedule.


• Create high-quality job packs that enable efficient execution of work.


• Ensure accurate activity breakdowns, logical sequencing, and resource budgeting in Primavera P6.


• Identify and report material stock discrepancies, collaborating with Scheduling, Planning, Project Management, and Supply Chain teams.


• Providing trade-specific support to Planning and Production teams.


• Maintain tracking tools to support production scheduling and progress monitoring.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree, ideally in a technical, engineering, or related discipline.


• Trade Certificate or Red Seal designation (asset).


• 2–5 years of planning or trade experience, preferably in naval shipbuilding or repair environment.


• Ability to interpret trade related drawings.


• Familiarity with Primavera P6, MS Excel, Aveva, or AutoCAD considered an asset.


• Knowledge of naval repair methods considered an asset.


• Lean/Six Sigma certifications (White, Yellow, or Green Belt) are considered assets.

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 Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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.