Project Manager, Ship Repair
J.D. Irving, Limited Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing · 10,001+ employees
About the role
The Project Manager will oversee the full lifecycle of major ship repair docking work periods, from planning and estimating through to execution and delivery. They will collaborate with stakeholders to ensure contractual, schedule, cost, and quality objectives are met.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must hold a post-secondary degree in business, engineering, or a related discipline, with 5 to 8 years of project management experience in shipbuilding or defense. Applicants must also be able to meet requirements for the Canadian Controlled Goods Program, government security clearance, and ITAR.
Full description
Ready to lead complex projects that keep Canada's fleets operational? As a Project Manager, Ship Repair, you'll oversee the full lifecycle of major docking work periods, from planning and estimating through execution, delivery, and close-out.
In this high-impact role, you'll collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive project success, enhance repair processes, and ensure contractual, schedule, cost, and quality objectives are met. This is an opportunity to shape the delivery of large-scale ship repair programs while contributing to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
If you're a results-driven project leader looking to make an impact in a dynamic marine environment, apply today and help deliver the future of ship repair.
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.
By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.
At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.
We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.
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