Project Manager

Thales • Halifax, NS

13d • CA$130,000 - CA$170,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible. Thales has a vacancy for a Project Manager (PM) to be responsible and accountable for the delivery of the assigned project, its business rhythm and all associated governance aspects in order to ensure successful project execution. The role will demand an individual with highly developed communication and influencing skills and an equal depth of domain experience that can ensure Thales delivers the project to the schedule, cost and quality requirements and to the satisfaction of the customer. The ability to lead and motivate an integrated project team will be key to the success of the PM and the execution of the project. The PM will produce detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and regular status reports for the customer and Thales internal management for complex projects, which may include Firm Fixed Price and/or Service based contracts. The current work scope anticipated for the PM is to deliver Asset Additions and Disposals under the Minor Warfare and Auxiliary Vessel (MWAV) In Service Support (AJISS) Program. The PM will engage with various stakeholders within the Thales matrix organization and within the customer community on the project. The PM will be accountable for driving Execution Excellence on their project and supporting Project Management Office (PMO) initiatives within Thales Canada Defence & Security.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in a relevant field such as Engineering, Business or Relevant proven experience
• Certified Practicing Project Manager or equivalent (IPMA and/or PMP certification)
• Possess demonstrated experience in the engineering or defence sector for at least 7 years.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing complex projects or work packages in a matrix organization
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and analytical abilities
• A positive and energized attitude
• Eligible or able to obtain authorization for access to hardware, software or technical information controlled under the Canadian Export Control List and/or the US the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
• Eligible to the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and able to obtain a Canadian NATO Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

• A proven ability to lead and influence stakeholders at all levels within the organization.
• Strong commercial / contractual acumen
• Knowledge and understanding of the Defence Sector
• Experience across the Design, Delivery and In-Service Support phases of a project lifecycle
• Experience working in a complex, multidisciplinary, multi-site organization

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, lead and control the area and staff assigned to achieve outcomes within the delegated authorities and responsibilities for the Project assigned.
• Establish and control the project business rhythm and governance for the overall Project.
• Ensure that Thales project management methodology and a suitable program management framework are used throughout the entire project lifecycle to meet financial objectives and customer commitments.
• Develop a robust, optimized project schedule.
• Manage and track the cost, schedule and technical performance of all aspects of the Project assigned against the approved baseline.
• Be accountable for monitoring/control of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), schedule, risk register, scope change control, on time delivery and EAC within the project.
• Oversee achievement of project performance objectives and indicators.
• Identify support and resources needed to achieve the project objectives with input of the Resource Managers and key stakeholders.
• Manage all customer / stakeholder relationships to ensure other responsibilities/accountabilities are achieved.
• Lead and motivate a high performing cross-disciplinary integrated team by providing the appropriate direction, coaching, support and delegation to team members.
• Ensure a robust risk and opportunity management process is embedded in the project, supporting the work package leaders as required.
• Promote Execution Excellence by identifying areas of improvement and supporting PMO initiatives.
• Prepare Project and Estimate to Complete (ETC) Reviews.
• Ensure a “Lessons Learned” culture is embedded within the Project

Benefits

• Company paid Extended Health, Dental, HSA, Life, AD&D, Short-term Disability, Cancer Care Program, travel insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and Well-Being program.
• Retirement Savings Plans (RRSP, DCPP, TFSA) with a company contribution and a match to a DCPP, with no vesting period.
• Company paid holidays, vacation days, and paid sick leave.
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability.
• Employee Discounts on home, auto, and gym membership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior