Sustainment Projects Team Senior Manager (Permanent)

Babcock International Group; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 128,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental premiums

Wellness benefit

EFAP

Maternity/Parental leave top-up

RRSP/DPSP matching

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Babcock Canada is seeking a senior Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of complex projects across the Submarine Enterprise and Marine business, including Victoria Class modifications. The role requires seasoned leadership and cross-functional collaboration with government and industry partners.

You will drive sustainment initiatives, establish governance structures, and coordinate with Engineering, Commercial, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to deliver on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Requires University degree or equivalent in Project Management or related field.
• PMP certification in good standing or equivalent required.
• 12–15 years of experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex projects, including submarine and marine initiatives.
• Lead Sustainment Project delivery, achieving cost and schedule objectives.
• Establish governance for Sustainment Projects with clear roles and risk monitoring.
• Build consensus among cross-functional team members across locations.
• Collaborate with government and industry stakeholders to support project delivery.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Commercial, Finance, and Supply Chain to address challenges.
• Establish the Project Management Centre of Excellence for Babcock Canada.
• Work independently with initiative and sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
• Other duties as necessary.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Financial management

Problem solving

Education

University degree or college diploma in Project Management

PMP certification

Job description

(Ottawa, ON / Halifax, NS / Victoria, BC)

Expected Salary $127,930 to $167,909

(Ottawa, ON / Halifax, NS / Victoria, BC)

Expected Salary $127,930 to $167,909

To determine final salary, Babcock considers a variety of factors including the successful Candidate’s skills and experience and internal equity. The final base salary offer is at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

What You Do Here Matters

In a complex world marked by the threat of war, natural disasters, and geopolitical instability, national security has never been more important.

Babcock is an international defence company providing support and product solutions to enhance our customers’ defence capabilities and critical assets.

Our Canadian team combines their talent and expertise with deep global knowledge and experience from our operations in the United Kingdom, Europe, Australasia and Africa.

Working for us, you’ll help ensure that Canada’s critical services and assets are readily available, reliable, and capable for our defence and civil customers and contribute to Babcock’s Purpose, ‘Creating a safe and secure world, together.’

Be Part of Something Big.

Babcock is a people business. Our people and customers matter most to us. Here you will experience a challenging and rewarding work environment with the support you need to deliver and thrive in your career alongside inclusive teams you respect that value your skills and dedication.

Our Babcock Principles create the foundation for how we deliver better outcomes for our Culture, Customers and Communities. By collectively embodying these Principles in all the work we do, our colleagues help make us great:

• Be Curious – We believe in challenging the status quo and asking, ‘how might we?’
• Think: Outcomes – We believe in measuring success by the results we deliver and the positive impact we make
• Be Kind – We believe in being kind to ourselves, kind to each other, and kind to our planet.
• Collaborate– We believe that Babcock is greater than the sum of its parts.
• Be Courageous – We believe in being brave, ambitious, and determined.
• Own and Deliver – We believe everybody has a part to play in Babcock’s and our customers’ success.

Our people are at the heart of creating a safe and secure world. We offer a collection of programs and benefits designed to support their well-being:

Health & Well-being

• 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums
• Our Wellness benefit promotes a work environment that supports healthy lifestyles and well-being
• Our Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers support and solutions for a wide range of life’s challenges
• A Maternity/Parental Leave top-up payment is available for our colleagues as their family grows

Planning for the Future

• Babcock Canada matches a portion of earnings towards our RRSP/DPSP program. Additionally, colleagues can contribute directly to a TFSA

Flexibility in How We Work

• We offer an agile workplace for several positions
• An option of a compressed work schedule supports work/life interests
• Competitive annual vacation time off and additional time off during our holiday closure

Growth and recognition

• A comprehensive colleague recognition program and bonus program
• Training and support for professional development and professional membership dues

We encourage you to learn more about Babcock Canada by exploring our website: babcockcanada.com .

In this role, you will:

• Lead end-to-end delivery of complex projects, including Victoria Class Submarine modifications and strategic initiatives supporting the Submarine Enterprise and Marine business.
• Lead Sustainment Project delivery, achieving cost and schedule objectives while supporting program success.
• Establish governance arrangements for the delivery of Sustainment Projects, defining clear roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities, including identification and monitoring of project risks, planning, and implementing responses.
• Build consensus among cross-functional team members and balance multiple, concurrent priorities.
• Collaborate with government and industry stakeholders to build strong relationships and support project delivery across multiple locations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Engineering, Commercial, Finance, and Supply Chain to address complex challenges and enable successful project delivery.
• Establish the Project Management Centre of Excellence for Babcock Canada.
• Work independently, demonstrate initiative, and exercise sound judgement in a fast-paced environment.
• Other duties as necessary.

The ideal candidate brings:

• A recognized University Degree or College diploma in Project Management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification in good standing with the Project Management Institute (PMI) or equivalent global certification.
• 12-15 years’ experience in successfully managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders, preferably within the Naval or Marine sector.
• Experience in establishing and refining sub-contracting arrangements to ensure projects can be appropriately supported when internal resourcing is otherwise directed.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Demonstrated analytical abilities in budgeting and financial management and are able to plan and control finances as a means of driving performance.
• Proven ability to build and lead highly effective teams.
• Proficiency in presenting detailed information concisely and appropriately tailored to various audiences.
• Working knowledge of Maritime Equipment Program Management (MEPM) (SM)is considered an asset.
• Eligibility for a Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance.

Babcock is committed to promoting a workforce without boundaries. One that welcomes everyone to contribute to our success regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, or disability, and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered. If you require accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you.

Babcock Canada acknowledges that the land on which we operate across Canada is the unceded territory of Indigenous Peoples. We are grateful to work, live, and play as guests on these lands and are committed to building meaningful and mutually beneficial relationships with Indigenous Peoples.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.