Program Manager Class Period Contracts

On-site/ Remote/ Hybrid: Onsite

Job Type: Permanent

As Program Manager, Halifax Class Work Period Contracts (HCWPC), you will be responsible for the strategic oversight, governance, and performance of the HCWPC portfolio s includes establishing and leading Program Management Centre of Excellence (PM CoE) to enable consistent project delivery, organizational capability development, and continuous improvement across all Halifax-class frigate repair and maintenance projects.

Operating within a strong matrix organization, the Program Manager, HCWPC, exercises significant authority over program execution while collaborating closely with functional leaders. Reporting to the Vice-President, Ship Repair, the Program Manager, HCWPC, ensures alignment with corporate strategy, stakeholder expectations, and operational excellence.

• Define and lead the PMO (Program Management Office)/PM CoE vision, scope, and governance model.
• Align program frameworks with Davie’s strategic objectives and leadership goals.
• Establish portfolio management processes, performance reporting structures, and governance gates.
• Represent the PM CoE to executive leadership and participate in the PM CoE Steering Committee.
• Standardize project management methodologies, templates, and tools across the HCWPC program.
• Implement project lifecycle, risk, change, and quality management processes.
• Conduct independent audits, health checks, and compliance reviews.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and maturity models to measure and improve program performance.
• Recruit, train, and mentor PMO and project staff to build a high-performing team.
• Develop competency frameworks and professional development programs.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain a program management skills inventory and leadership talent pipeline.
• Select and implement project portfolio management (PPM) systems and tools.
• Define reporting standards and dashboard structures to provide real-time program visibility.
• Ensure data integrity, integration, and effective tool adoption across the organization.
• Lead communication and change management initiatives for PMO and PM CoE rollout.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal stakeholders, client representatives, and project teams.
• Promote consistent governance, transparency, and alignment across all HCWPC projects.
• Monitor program and PMO effectiveness through KPIs, audits, and stakeholder feedback.
• Identify and resolve systemic delivery issues across the HCWPC portfolio.
• Benchmark practices, pilot innovative tools, and refine processes to advance organizational maturity.
• Monitor benefits realization and ensure business outcomes are achieved.
• Lead and inspire the HCWPC program team to achieve excellence in delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Conduct performance reviews and support career development for PMO and project staff.
• Ensure all team members receive appropriate training and development aligned with their roles.
• Collaborate with the Human Resources and Health, Safety, and Environment Departments to address performance and compliance matters.
• Strategic Thinking:
  Aligns program execution with long-term organizational goals and adapts to evolving priorities.
• Stakeholder Influence:
  Builds trust, manages expectations, and drives consensus across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Team Empowerment:
  Fosters a high-performance culture by mentoring, motivating, and empowering teams to achieve excellence.
• Decision-Making:
  Exercises sound judgment under pressure, balancing risks, resources, and business outcomes.
• Resilience:
  Maintains composure and effectiveness in complex, fast-paced environments with competing demands.

• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience in program and project management, including leadership of complex, multi-project portfolios in marine or industrial sectors.
• Demonstrated experience managing Government Marine Level 3 maintenance programs with a cumulative minimum of  labour hours.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field; an advanced degree or PMP certification is an asset.
• Proven experience in establishing and leading PMOs or PM CoEs.
• Deep understanding of project and program delivery phases, portfolio management, and performance measurement.
• Proficiency in Earned Value Management (EVM – ANSI/EIA-748B), risk management, and change control.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed environment with competing priorities and deadlines.