Senior Program Specialist, Build Support

Seaspan • Esquimalt, BC

47d • $112,500 - $137,500 • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Program Specialist, Build Support Program will be responsible for the
build support project specifically VIMS, modules and fabricated parts. They will
establish the policies and procedures and lead the development of program
management plans. They will work with internal and external partners to
establish policies and procedures, manage contract amendments, develop strategic
agreements, and develop the contracting methodology on ongoing programs.
Additionally, this role will involve working with our partners to define
performance measures, drive quality control improvements, provide input into
program risk management, and enhance cost control measures and procedures.

Note: Due to business needs, this position is required to be fully on-site based
at 825 Admirals Road, Victoria.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, accounting or business is preferred
• 5-8 years’ experience in heavy industry (manufacturing, shipbuilding, ship repair or construction)
• Demonstrated experience with complex projects and/or programs, including RFP/RFQ responses and bid proposals
• Detailed understanding of project management techniques and methods
• Excellent judgement and prioritization skills
• Effective and efficient communication
• Strong report writing skills, both business and technical.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to and some experience with developing strategy
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with Government of Canada contracting
• Effectively manages conflict
• Excellent computer skills

Nice To Haves

• Preferences may given to applicants who are certified or actively working towards a project management qualification

Responsibilities

• Assists Program Director and Production managers in the coordination and execution of assigned program and project activities and deliverables.
• Works closely with various departments and the client to ensure the programs deliver on expectations
• Initiates, sets and delivers program goals that align with business objectives
• Maintains strong and effective relationships with internal and external partners
• Develops or assists in the generation of management plans, proposals, business cases, estimates, risk mitigation actions, plans and schedules
• Provides project management support in the coordination and execution of assigned projects. Works closely with cross-discipline shipyard teams, including but not limited to estimating, commercial, project controls, engineering and ILS
• Controls and monitors the work, collating the data and KPIs to measure performance
• Produces management reports and presentations that demonstrate project/program status against established goals and plans
• Attends and, as required, moderates regular review meetings
• Collaborates with both internal and external partners to resolve outstanding issues
• Responsible for the application of a suitable program management framework, ensuring that gate reviews are conducted at appropriate points during the program lifecycle
• Change management assessment for ongoing work as the project, develops the customer requirements change, assessment of the impact is critical
• Contribute to EV management for all commodities, specifically Build support program related
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• This is a full-time, permanent position. With multiple operations and long-term projects, Seaspan employees enjoy job stability as we look ahead to build ships for decades to come.
• In addition to an annual bonus and pension plan matching, this role provides you a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidate’s experience.
• We also provide a best-in-class health and wellness benefits package for this position, including such things as full health care (e.g. unlimited physiotherapy), dental, vision, life insurance, medical leave coverage, parental leave coverage, childcare benefit partnership, wellness/fitness reimbursement for memberships or registration fees, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees