CAE Inc

Senior Program Execution Manager

CAE Inc • $100K — $130K *
Montreal, QC H1A 0A1In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in project management or related field.
  • 10-15 years of Project Management experience.
  • Proven track record with complex projects and senior-level reporting.
  • PMI or PMP certification or equivalent required.
  • Experience in customer-facing product or service delivery.

Responsibilities

  • Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables while managing schedules and budgets.
  • Communicate regularly and manage relationships with stakeholders and vendors.
  • Implement risk management plans and ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Contribute to the enhancement of project management methodologies and tools.
  • Assist in business development activities like proposals and estimates.

Benefits

  • Mentorship opportunities for junior project managers.
  • Access to professional development resources and project management tools.
  • Participation in process improvement initiatives within the organization.
  • Supportive and inclusive work environment with equal opportunity policies.
Full Job Description
As a Senior Program Manager, you will lead large-scale, complex and multi-disciplinary programs, ensuring alignment with business priorities and successful execution from initiation through completion.

You will be accountable for program delivery, including scope, budget, timelines, risk management, and stakeholder engagement, while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement across your portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of complex programs, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and business priorities.
  • Define program scope, objectives, success criteria, and measurable outcomes.
  • Develop and manage integrated program plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
  • Monitor program performance, proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Provide clear, concise and executive-level reporting on program status, risks, and financials.
  • Drive cross-functional collaboration and align stakeholders across multiple business units.
  • Engage and influence senior leadership and executive stakeholders.
  • Lead, coach, and develop project teams to drive performance and accountability.
  • Manage external vendors and partners to ensure delivery excellence.
  • Demonstrated experience understanding, and managing commercial contracts, including vendor agreements and supplier SLAs, ensuring program delivery remains aligned with contractual obligations and commercial outcomes.
  • Ensure compliance with governance standards, quality expectations, and regulatory requirements.
  • Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency across programs.
  • Contribute to strategic initiatives and support business development activities where required.


Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management or a related field.
  • 15-20 years of experience leading complex programs or projects in a dynamic environment.
  • Proven experience managing customer-facing or high-visibility initiatives.
  • PMP certification or equivalent.
  • Proven ability to engage, influence, and manage senior stakeholders, including C-suite and executive leadership across complex, matrixed organizations, translating programme priorities into clear business narratives.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Aviation industry experience or exposure to highly regulated environments.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong understanding of both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies.
  • Experience with enterprise program management tools and reporting frameworks.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, concurrent initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize and communicate complex data.
  • Proven leadership experience, including team development and stakeholder management.
  • Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and prioritization skills.
  • Track record of delivering complex programs with measurable business impact.
  • Experience interacting with and influencing executive-level stakeholders.


Benefits

  • Group insurance
  • Telemedicine
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Group RRSP
  • Defined benefit pension plan
  • Sabbatical leave
  • Enhanced parental leave

CAE offers

  • Impactful work environment
  • Opportunities for growth
  • Collaborative culture
  • Work-life balance


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Position Type
Regular

About CAE Inc

CAE Inc. is a Canadian manufacturer of simulation technologies, modelling technologies and training services to airlines, aircraft manufacturers, healthcare specialists, and defense customers. CAE was founded in 1947, and has manufacturing operations and training facilities in 35 countries. CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on training solutions for defense forces across the world. CAE's Civil Aviation Training Solutions business unit provides training solutions for civil aviation organizations worldwide, including airlines, aircraft manufacturers, training centers, and aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul organizations. CAE's Healthcare business unit designs and manufactures simulators and offers audiovisual and simulation center management services for medical schools, nursing schools, hospitals, defense forces, and other medical organizations. CAE is headquartered in Saint-Laurent, Quebec.
Learn more about CAE Inc
Size
13,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1947
5 Year Trend
+4.5%
NASDAQ
CAE
* Ladders Estimates

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