Project Associate (Permanent)
About The Position
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.’ 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.
Requirements
- 1-3 years’ experience working in project management, preferably in an Engineering or Marine environment
- Experience in Microsoft Office applications, including strong Excel skills
- Strong interpersonal and excellent communication skills with the ability to collate and present information at appropriate levels
- Ability to react quickly when necessary to meet challenging objectives.
- Solid organizational skills
- Ability to work as part of a team or individually
- Eligibility for a Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of scheduling practise / toolsets are strong assets
- A working knowledge with progressing/work package database etc. (Project Estimating and Planning System (PEPS) is desirable
Responsibilities
- Assisting in the management and reporting of project resources, risk, opportunities, and issues
- Scheduling and facilitating stakeholder meetings, including compiling meeting minutes and recording & tracking actions
- Supporting project stakeholder management and communications
- Managing and maintaining project documents as required
- Producing reports and presentations for board reviews, progress meetings, etc. as required
- Develop metrics and manage databases in support of project delivery objectives
- Carry out document and records management (electronic and hard copy filing, archiving) ensuring compliance with Document Control processes
- Support in the administration of subcontracts and subcontractors
- Manage the project SharePoint site to facilitate communications and data availability
- Coordinate onsite visitors including support to health & safety requirements
- Develop, manage, and release project communications and formal reporting to the client
- Assist in the management of key improvement initiatives
- Coordinate project collaboration including tracking and following up on timelines and deliverables, progress reports and action items
- Perform other duties as reasonably assigned to support business needs
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums
- Wellness benefit promotes a work environment that supports healthy lifestyles and well-being
- Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers support and solutions for a wide range of life’s challenges
- Maternity/Parental Leave top-up payment is available for our colleagues as their family grows
- Babcock Canada matches a portion of earnings towards our RRSP/DPSP program. Additionally, colleagues can contribute directly to a TFSA
- Agile workplace
- Option of a compressed work schedule supports work/life interests
- Competitive annual vacation time off and additional time off during our holiday closure
- Comprehensive colleague recognition program and bonus program
- Training and support for professional development and professional membership dues
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
