About Calian

At Calian, we help organizations overcome obstacles, manage risks, and drive progress. Since 1982, we’ve grown from a small consulting firm into a trusted global company across defence, space, health, nuclear energy, public safety, and government.

We create innovative solutions that tackle complex challenges and help organizations and communities stay resilient, informed, and connected. If you’re driven by purpose and energized by solving real-world challenges, we want you on our team.

Job Type: Full Time

Position Overview

We are looking for a Project Manager to lead a large defence-related data remediation program focused on improving and validating asset data across complex operational environments. This customer-facing role is responsible for overseeing project delivery, managing resources, coordinating stakeholders, and ensuring successful execution of project objectives within scope, schedule, and budget. The position offers the opportunity to work on a large-scale program valued at approximately $75 million while collaborating with cross-functional teams across Canada.

Responsibilities

Manage project execution from initiation through delivery while ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.

Develop and maintain project plans that align customer requirements with organizational goals and coordinate activities across technical and operational teams.

Monitor project performance, milestones, deliverables, risks, and resource requirements while providing regular status reporting.

Interact directly with customers and key stakeholders to address challenges, resolve issues, and support successful outcomes.

Lead a large multidisciplinary team by supporting workforce planning, onboarding resources, and aligning personnel with project needs. Based on kickoff discussions, the project currently supports approximately 55 team members.

Analyze project performance, costs, and opportunities for improvement while supporting informed decision-making.

Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the successful delivery of defence-related programs in regulated environments.

Contribute to proposal and business-development activities for future opportunities as required.

Qualifications

5 or more years of project management experience, ideally within defence, aerospace, space, military systems, or other highly regulated engineering environments.

Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing project scope, schedules, budgets, and stakeholder expectations.

Strong customer-facing communication and relationship-management skills.

Experience working with technical teams and coordinating complex project activities.

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM-related discipline or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, make decisions, and manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Ability to lead teams, solve problems, and drive successful project outcomes.

PMP certification is considered an asset.

Experience supporting proposal activities is considered an asset.

Additional Requirements

Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret-level security clearance.

Eligibility requirements for security clearance processing must be met.

Willingness and ability to travel as required.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint.

Ability to work remotely within Canada while supporting team and customer requirements across multiple time zones.

Compensation

$95,000 to $145,000

This position is eligible for Short-Term Incentive (STI) participation.

Position Type

We have 1 available position.

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AI Usage Disclosure

At Calian, we do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen or evaluate candidates. AI tools may support backend administrative tasks, but they do not influence hiring decisions. All evaluations and decisions are made by real people on our recruitment team and hiring managers. All applicants are reviewed and only those chosen for an interview will be contacted by our recruiting team.

How we hire

  • Our hiring process is designed to help us get to know you and discover if you are the best fit for our team. It’s also an opportunity for you to gauge if a role at Calian is the right fit for you.

    Throughout the process, we’ll share details of the kind of work you’ll be doing, the projects you’ll be working on, the team you’ll be joining, and what it’s like working at Calian. Our biggest tip throughout the process is to  just be your authentic self! 
  • Our commitment to diverse, yet highly specialized solutions require many different skills and abilities. We look for the best talent that can contribute to Calian’s success as well as enhance our  culture. We encourage you to apply to a role or join our talent community and sign up for job alerts that match your area of expertise and what you are looking for in your next opportunity.  

    During the recruiting process, you’re encouraged to notify us of any accommodations you may require. We’ll be happy to help. 

  • We give the same time and consideration to everyone who applies. Here are a few things you can do to ensure your application shines: 

    • Do your research on Calian, the department, and team you are looking to join 
    • Add a cover letter that explains why you are a good fit for this position  
    • Share a portfolio, personal websites, or links to your professional social media 
    • In your CV, highlight your key achievements – this is your time to brag 
    • Include dates! Share the timeline of your experience 
    • Stand out by tailoring your resume to each position you apply to  
    • Only apply to roles you’re genuinely interested in and that align to your experience 
    • Be prepared! Do your research on Calian, the department, and team you are looking to join
    • View the responsibilities for the role and find examples that demonstrate how you’ve completed these in your previous work  experience 
    • Prepare a list of questions to ask us 
    • Dress business casual for your interview (virtual and in person) 
    • We assess your skills and fit, you assess our fit for you 
    • We keep you updated and share expectations as we make progress in the recruiting cycle  
    • Feel free to reach out to your Talent Acquisition Specialist at any time during the hiring process