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Lead, Project Management

Montreal, Canada

Job ID 19491
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L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

9/80 work schedule available for most U.S. and Canada employees, effective October 24, 2022.

About your next challenge as Lead, Project management :

The Lead, Project management will serve as the liaison between Engineering, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Test Site, Supply Chain and Finance departments to manage the power projects contracts throughout its lifecycle (project startup, design development, procurement, testing through to close out phases).

The Lead, Project management will be responsible for the development of execution plans, schedule & resource requirements, work breakdowns, team tasking and tracking.  He/she is responsible to gauge progress and identify performance variances to facilitate focus and intervention on critical areas.  Communicates within and outside of the organization to explain and influence changes.  Will also be responsible for assigned projects and processes within job area. In addition, he/she is responsible to maintain standard reporting of revenues, budgets and program reviews to the project management office (PMO).

What you will do:

  • Ensures major projects and programs are managed across company functional groups including finance, engineering, material, manufacturing, and quality.
  • Lead strategic projects; and provide support with bids and proposal.
  • Provide guidance and make decisions on project issues
  • Ensures compliance with internal program procedures and project control guidelines.
  • Interfacing and managing relationships and expectations with Domestic and International customers.
  • Liaise with all stakeholders and departments to ensure technical, schedule and budget compliance;
  • Management of suppliers/subcontractors and manufacturers of products for the projects
  • Evaluate project risk and develop mitigation plans, as required;
  • Review project expenditure, cash collection and EAC forecasts;
  • Prepare and submit monthly progress reports;
  • Lead and participate in Internal monthly project status reviews;
  • Keep management fully informed on progress.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
  • Ability to travel 10% of the time.

Required Skills and Experiences:

  • Requires proficient knowledge of job area typically obtained through a combination of education and experience. Must have practical knowledge of project management;
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, commerce or management;
  • Minimum 5 years of work-related experience;
  • Strong Familiarity knowledge and expertise with Controls for industrial applications will be an asset;
  • Familiarity with various standards pertaining to nuclear applications would be an asset;
  • Familiarity with controls systems for industrial applications, specifically hardware design, testing, installation and support would be an asset;
  • Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills both in French and English ;
  • Organized and structured approach with the ability to manage own time effectively while operating across multiple projects ;
  • Demonstrable experience in project scheduling, reporting and work package management;
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Project or equivalent, and Microsoft Office.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • PMP certification is desirable.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;
  • Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada Reliability status and Secret Level 2/NATO Secret security clearance;
  • Must be eligible to meet the requirements for U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation.

L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks, in accordance with applicable law. Such results are only accessible and viewed by individuals at L3Harris who have direct responsibility in the hiring process. If you fail to report for a drug and alcohol test, refuse to undergo such test or test positive for the presence of drugs or alcohol, the hiring process may be concluded or your offer of employment may be rescinded, in L3Harris’ sole discretion.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

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