Technical Project Manager

Searidge Technologies; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Searidge Technologies, a global leader in Remote Tower and Digital Airport solutions, seeks a Technical Project Manager to drive aviation IT programs in a fast-paced environment.

Reporting to the VP of the PMO, you will manage multi-project lifecycles, apply waterfall and agile methods, mentor teams, coordinate stakeholders, and ensure QA and compliance across global markets.

Qualifications

• PMP or Prince2 certification required.
• 7+ years of relevant project management experience.
• Engineering degree or technical background.
• Ability to lead teams and manage stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 25%.
• Familiarity with software safety guidelines for aviation IT (EUROCAE).
• Experience with ISO 9001:2015 or similar QA processes.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, plan, execute, monitor, control, and close projects.
• Utilize waterfall and agile methodologies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and manage customers, sub-contractors, suppliers, auditors, and regulators.
• Define and manage project requirements, change orders, and prevent scope creep.
• Write and deliver project documentation in line with QA processes.
• Escalate issues and coordinate resources across departments.

Skills

PMP/PRINCE2

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Analytical skills

International travel

IT infrastructure & SDLC knowledge

QA processes knowledge

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

PM tools

Job description

Searidge Technologies, a global leader and preferred partner for Remote Tower and Digital Airport solutions, is currently recruiting for a Technical Project Manager who is ready to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment. It is a high energy position which requires a winning can-do attitude. Reporting to the Vice President of the PMO, the successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of the project lifecycle and deploy project management best practices from concept to close. The candidate is expected to manage multiple projects concurrently in diverse global markets and act in a leadership capacity to mentor the project team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects related to initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing projects.
• Ability to utilize both waterfall and agile project methodology.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders and manage customers, sub-contractors, suppliers, auditors, and regulatory authorities.
• Work with project stakeholders to define and manage project and product requirements, manage Change Orders, and prevent scope creep.
• Write and deliver project documentation in compliance with QA processes
• Act as a key escalation point for problem solving and facilitate alignment of project resources across functional departments.
• Support on-going and future sales opportunities.
• Act as a change agent in continuous improvement initiatives and development of formal methodologies.
• Complete project reviews, lessons learned and support the development and reporting of key performance
• Prepare detailed project reports, dashboards, and documentation for both internal and external stakeholders
• Support PMO processes by maintaining project documentation, adhering to established workflows, and contributing to the development of project management templates and tools.
• Ensure the effective allocation of resources and proactively identify and mitigate risks. metrics for senior management.

Key Qualifications

• PMP or Prince2 Certification with 7+ years of relevant experience, including significant experience working with external customers.
• Engineering degree and / or technical background delivering computer-based solutions.
• Ability to lead teams and learn new technologies.
• Organization skills, excellent time management and scheduling.
• Analytical skills to resolve challenges and problems
• Proficiency in project management tools
• Ability to Travel Internationally – up to 25% of the time.
• Excellent Communication skills, both written and spoken.
• Familiarity with guidelines and compliance requirements for software safety assurance in Air Traffic Management Systems (e.g. EUROCAE ED 153, EUROCAE ED 109A) in Air Traffic Management Systems.
• Experience in the aviation IT industry is a plus
• Solid understanding of IT infrastructure, software development life cycles, and system integrations. Knowledge and experience of Quality Assurance Processes (ISO 9001:2015 or similar)

Why Searidge?

Searidge Technologies is an innovative technology company working in the mission critical world of aviation. As a pioneer and global leader in Digital Tower and Advanced Airport solutions, our team is on the forefront of technology and driving change in how aircraft and vehicles in the vicinity of an airport have been traditionally managed.

As a member of the Searidge team, you will be part of exciting industry firsts, encounter challenging problems, be exposed to a variety of internal functions, and encouraged to learn, grow and expand both professionally and personally.

We are an equal opportunity employer offering competitive compensation, a respectful and positive work environment where creative solutions, empowerment, and collaboration to achieve our shared goals are part of our corporate DNA.

Work Hard / Play Hard

• Catered lunches (lunch club)
• Birthday Off
• Fitness Allowance
• RRSP Matching
• Annual Office Retreat

Investing in You

• Competitive benefits package

At Searidge, we value our people, and we know that a great workplace is about more than just the work, it's about the experience.

The final salary and job level will depend on your experience and qualifications. We know great talent shows up at different points in a career - whether you're earlier in your journey or bring senior-level experience, we encourage you to apply. Depending on fit, the role level may shift accordingly.

AI statement:

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