Located at 3099 Barrington Street in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3K 5M7, and 35 Micmac Boulevard, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3A 4Y8, Irving Shipbuilding has a proud history as Canada's shipbuilder. A proud member of the J.D. Irving, Limited group of companies, we have been building quality vessels and fabricated modules for more than 50 years, and our Halifax Shipyard has been at the forefront of Canadian shipbuilding for 130 years.
Since 2012, we have invested more than $400 million in facilities, people, processes, and technology, making Halifax Shipyard one of the most modern and capable shipyards in North America. Over the next 30 years our shipbuilders will construct 20+ modern patrol ships and surface combatants for the Royal Canadian Navy as part of Canada's National Shipbuilding Strategy, the largest defence procurement in Canadian history. This year we delivered the second lead Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ship, the largest Navy ship built in Canada in 50 years and we're just getting started. The third ship will be delivered in 2022.
We're growing our team with career-defining opportunities that will revitalize Canada's shipbuilding industry and provide Canada's sailors with the ships they need to protect Canada's interests at home and abroad. Our workforce of over 2,000 will grow to more than 2,800 at peak construction of the Canadian Surface Combatants. We have built more than 80% of Canada's current combatant fleet and continue to perform maintenance and modernization work on the ships, including the Halifax-class frigates.
Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is seeking a Project Coordinator
This is a permanent full-time role based in Halifax Regional Municipality, Nova Scotia. The primary language of work is English. We encourage applications from qualified African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women (applying for non-traditional positions), persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons and persons of the LGBTQ+ community. ISI encourages applicants to self-identify in the cover letter/resume portion of your application. Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment where all employees feel supported and valued.
Reporting to the CSC Proposal Manager, you will be responsible for performing team coordination activities as part of the Canadian Surface Combatant (CSC) project.
Qualifications:
Academically qualified with a recognized post-secondary education in a relevant field
3 Years or more experience in administrative, technical, or project work
Demonstrated experience of working within a team environment
Demonstrated experience of working with multiple deadlines
Ability to work with detailed information in a structured fashion
Strong written and oral communication skills required
Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Project, Words, Etc.)
Proficient in Microsoft Teams would be considered an asset
Experience in video conferencing, facilitating physical and virtual meetings, and public speaking would be considered an asset
Familiarity with the defense industry would be considered an asset
Experience working with databases and project-related work within an engineering environment would be considered an asset
All successful applicants must meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Canadian Government Security clearance, and U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
Key Responsibilities:
Schedule, direct, and document working groups, technical meetings, and project activitie
Generate and maintain project documentation for the Implementation Proposal Tea
Book resources, plan virtual assemblies, prepare agendas etc.
Maintain minutes, register actions, communicate technical & programmatic results
Monitor project deadlines, prompt internal and external action holders, communicate change
Manage distribution of digital and physical work products amongst teams
Ensure conflicts preventing task completion are raised to appropriate individuals
Minimize scheduling redundancy and reduce overlap and waste amongst teams
Recommend change when opportunities for improvement are observed
Providing support to project managers and team members as required
Collaborate with project team members and participate in the development of process and procedures
What We Offer:
Irving Shipbuilding is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:
A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan;
Employee & Family Assistance Programs;
RRSP matching program;
Health & Wellness reimbursements;
Opportunities to take part in job related training and development;
Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Shipbuilding and the larger network of the JD Irving group of companies.
Relocation costs (if applicable)
Please be advised that some positions within our business have been designated as ‘Safety Sensitive’ where the employee holding the position has a heightened responsibility for his/her own safety or the safety of others due to the nature of the job. If this is the case, you will be informed in the interview process.
For further details, please contact Stephen Empringham at Empringham.Stephen@irvingshipbuilding.com.
To Apply for this Career Opportunity:
Please complete the online application form. An up-to-date resume of past experience and education is required.
All applications will be reviewed by one of our recruiters. If the recruiter sees a potential opportunity (current or future) that matches your skills and experience, you will be contacted to discuss your qualifications for a position with Irving Shipbuilding.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
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Irving Shipbuilding Inc. is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.