Assistant Project Manager I (Major Subcontracts)

The Assistant Project Manager (APM) is responsible for supporting SCM Operations in the execution of assigned Project(s). The incumbent will be responsible for assisting in managing Seaspan Shipyards and external resources achieve the Project success criteria to the required cost schedule and quality requirements.

Note: Due to business needs this position is required to be fully onsite based at 2 Pemberton Avenue North Vancouver

What youll do

• Provides project management support in the coordination and execution of assigned activities and deliverables.
• Works closely with crossdiscipline shipyard teams including but not limited to estimating commercial planning and project controls engineering supply chain and operations to ensure the Project is successful.
• Develops or assists in the generation of plans schedules dashboards reports and presentations. that highlight Project status against established goals and plans.
• Monitors and helps collate project controls and key performance metrics to measure project performance.
• On site validation of issues raised by different stakeholders (internal and external) and working with them toward delivering a solution.
• Tracks actions and commitments identified during Project meetings.
• Establishes ambitious but achievable timelines and works closely with action owners to complete open commitments.
• Champions and fosters a culture Project success over individual success.
• Follow up of Industrial subs production progress and lookaheads on site.

What youll bring

• A bachelors degree in Engineering or Business is desired. Diplomas may be accepted with sufficient employment experience.
• Certified project management qualification a distinct advantage (e.g. PMP).
• Demonstrated experience managing sophisticated projects bids or proposals.
• 57 years professional experience in heavy industry such as shipbuilding manufacturing or construction with demonstrated increased levels of responsibility.
• Demonstrated experience and contribution in a fast paced diverse environment with rapid change and competing priorities a distinct advantage.
• Good judgment and prioritization abilities.
• Effective efficient interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills able to empower and empathize with team members.
• Ability to influence others and manage expectations.
• Familiar with Government contracting and performance management of major subcontractors.
• Experienced with Earned Value Management.
• Willingness to work in an officesetting as well as within the Shipyard.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel Word and PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of Navis Simulation Power BI would be considered as an asset.

Why youll love working here

• This is a fulltime permanent position. With multiple operations and longterm projects Seaspan employees enjoy job stability as we look ahead to build ships for decades to come.
• In addition to an annual bonus and pension plan matching this role provides you a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidates experience.
• We also provide the bestinclass health and wellness benefits package for this position including things such as extended health care (i.e. paramedical services for massage therapy speech therapy mental health coverage physiotherapy and more) dental care vision care life insurance medical leave coverage parental leave coverage childcare benefit partnership $500 personal spending account and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• Free onsite gym.
• Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick up and drop off points around North Vancouver.

The estimated salary for this position is $84600 $103400. In determining final salary Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidates skillset and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Companys sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.