Manager, Project Management
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About the Role
Gastops is seeking a Manager, Project Management to lead a team of Project Managers delivering complex engineering and technical projects. The role oversees portfolio execution, strengthens project governance, and ensures alignment with business priorities in an onsite environment.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and develop the Project Management team through coaching, performance management, and skills development
- Oversee portfolio execution to ensure delivery against scope, schedule, budget, and quality targets
- Strengthen governance and standards by owning and optimizing PM processes and ensuring consistent adoption of PPMO processes
- Collaborate and communicate across the organization as escalation point for project level issues
- Support PPMO and organizational strategy through strategic planning, portfolio prioritization, and operational improvements
Requirements
- 10+ years of project management experience in engineering, aerospace, manufacturing, or similarly complex technical environments
- 3–5+ years of leadership experience managing project managers or leading PMO activities
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Engineering, Business or relevant proven experience
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies, governance frameworks, and portfolio reporting
- Demonstrated ability to manage large, multi disciplinary initiatives in a matrixed environment
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and conflict resolution skills
- PMP, PgMP, or equivalent designation is considered an asset
- Eligible to obtain a Security Clearance (NATO Level Clearance)
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About Gastops
- Gastops has built a robust business recognized worldwide for innovative contributions to equipment health management in aviation, energy, marine, industrial and transportation industries.
- Based in Ottawa, Ontario, the Manager, Project Management will report into the Project and Program Management Office (PPMO).
What You’ll Do
- Lead & Develop the Project Management (PM) Team: Manage, mentor, and grow a team of Project Managers through coaching, performance management, and skills development.
- Oversee Portfolio Execution: Monitor project performance across the portfolio to ensure delivery against scope, schedule, budget, and quality targets.
- Strengthen Governance & Standards: Own, develop, and optimize the PM processes and ensure consistent adoption of PPMO processes, project management methodologies, and stage gate frameworks.
- Collaborate & Communicate Across the Organization: Serve as the escalation point for project level issues requiring leadership intervention.
- Support PPMO & Organizational Strategy: Contribute to strategic planning, portfolio prioritization, and operational improvements within the PPMO.
What You’ll Bring
- 10+ years of project management experience in engineering, aerospace, manufacturing, or similarly complex technical environments.
- 3–5+ years of leadership experience managing project managers or leading PMO activities.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Engineering, Business or relevant proven experience.
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies, governance frameworks, and portfolio reporting.
- Demonstrated ability to manage large, multi disciplinary initiatives in a matrixed environment.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and conflict resolution skills.
- PMP, PgMP, or equivalent designation is considered an asset.
- Eligible to obtain a Security Clearance (NATO Level Clearance).
What We Offer You
- Base Salary Range for this position: $120,000 $150,000 (final compensation will be based on experience, skills, and fit).
- Bonus or profit sharing and share purchase programs.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
- Opportunities for growth and development.
- Social activities, company sponsored events and opportunities to give back to our local community.
Additional Information
- Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment: AI enabled tools used for limited administrative purposes only.
- Accessibility: Gastops is an equal opportunity employer and accommodates people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
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