Project Manager

Ottawa (Palladium), ON., (CAN.), Hybrid

Position Summary

Thales has a vacancy for a Project Manager (PM) who will be responsible 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 collaborate with the Portfolio Manager, 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 assist in the delivery of the Land Command, Control, Communications and Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (LC4ISR) Project. 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.

Key Areas of Responsibility

The Project Manager will be required to:

• 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 highly 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 and;
• Other duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s 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 5 years;
• Minimum 3 years of experience managing complex projects or work packages
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and analytical abilities;
• A positive and energized attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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;
• Experience with digital automation, application integration and enterprise solutions;
• Experience with cloud-based services and/or the transition of on-premises services to cloud-based services.

Special Position Requirements

Type of Role: Hybrid (Home/Office) – Required to be in office for an average of 3 days a week, but requirements may be increased based on business needs and Manager discretion.

Schedule: 40 hours per week

Physical Environment: Office environment

Travel: As required primarily within Canada

Pay Transparency 

The anticipated Total Target Compensation (TTC), inclusive of annual salary and bonus eligibility, for this role is $120,000 to 170,000 CAD Annual​. The Company reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, provincial, and federal laws.

AI

We use artificial intelligence–enabled tools as part of our recruitment process to support activities such as candidate discovery, résumé matching, and interview scheduling. These tools may help screen and assess applications and recommend potential matches based on the requirements within the job description.  All hiring decisions, including candidate evaluation, selection, and disposition, are made by human recruiters. Artificial intelligence does not make hiring decisions on our behalf.

What We Offer

Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 24 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:

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.

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