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Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for leading complex engineering projects? Do you excel at solving problems, managing metrics, and enabling teams to deliver exceptional results? If so, we want you on our team!

Asa Project Manager, Engineering, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving the success of our Engineering Department. This position will expand your technical expertise and strengthen your leadership skills, preparing you for a variety of career paths within ISI.

You’ll be responsible for managing program interfaces and work management systems, ensuring engineering teams have the tools and processes they need to deliver on project scope. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced industrial environment, enjoys cross-functional collaboration, and is committed to continuous improvement.

• Lead and manage both planned and emergent engineering projects.
• Oversee core project management functions, including cost analysis, schedule control, vendor coordination, and change management.
• Interpret Statements of Work and contract requirements to ensure scope compliance and delivery.
• Support internal and external stakeholders with procurement, change processes, and work management tools.
• Review and develop technical deliverables and documentation.
• Collaborate with Quality Management to create repeatable processes and procedures.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and make informed technical decisions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the department.

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in an Engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of technical experience and project management within large-scale projects or portfolios.
• P.Eng and PMP certifications are strong assets.
• Background in heavy industrial, manufacturing, or fabrication environments.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

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.

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.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and 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.

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

• Job Identification 7039
• Job Category Engineering & Science
• Posting Date 11/26/2025, 07:08 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 35 Micmac Blvd, Dartmouth, NS, B3A 4Y8, CA