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 the end-to-end delivery of satellite ground station infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for managing projects from feasibility and site acquisition through engineering, construction, installation, commissioning, and operational handover while ensuring delivery is safe, on time, within budget, and aligned with customer, contractual, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain integrated project schedules and milestones
  • Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction, logistics, installation, and commissioning activities
  • Manage risks, issues, assumptions, dependencies, and change requests
  • Prepare weekly and monthly status reports, dashboards, and executive updates
  • Manage contractors, suppliers, and customer communications
  • Ensure compliance with quality, health and safety, and contractual requirements
  • Coordinate FAT, SAT, commissioning, and customer acceptance activities
  • Maintain project documentation and lessons learned records

Technical Knowledge

    • Ground station infrastructure
    • Satellite communications (LEO/MEO/GEO)
    • RF systems and antennas
    • Previous experience building SATCOM systems is highly preferred
    • Previous experience troubleshooting and/or repairing satellite systems is highly preferred
    • Fibre connectivity
    • Power, UPS, generators and HVAC
    • Microsoft Project and/or Smartsheet
    • Project controls and scheduling

Qualifications

    • Degree in Engineering, Construction, Telecommunications or Project Management (or equivalent experience).
    • 6 to 8 years of technical Project Management experience required
    • PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP or APM PMQ desirable.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Project and/or Smartsheet
    • Strong leadership skills
    • Strong stakeholder management capabilities
    • Commercial awareness
    • Problem-solving skills
    • Negotiation skills
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Additional Qualifications

  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple project activities and stakeholders
  • Commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction
  • Ability to manage project documentation and reporting requirements

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Compensation

$105,000 to $140,000

Position Type: Full-time

We have 1 available position(s).

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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