Project Manager II, Industrial Operations

We are seeking a highly experienced Project Manager II Industrial Operationsto lead capital expenditure projects at our Vancouver Shipyard. Reporting to the Facilities and Manufacturing Engineering Manager this role is responsible for delivering complex facilities and construction projects that support safe efficient and uninterrupted shipbuilding operations.

This position requires a project leader with deep expertise in facilities management industrial construction and heavy manufacturing environments ideally within marine or shipyard operations. The successful candidate will oversee a diverse portfolio of building renovations equipment upgrades infrastructure improvements and maintenance initiatives ranging from minor enhancements to major capital upgrades.

Given the operational sensitivity of a live shipyard this role demands strategic planning strong stakeholder coordination and the ability to execute projects without disrupting production activities.

Note: Due to business needs this position is required to be fully on-site at 50 Pemberton Avenue North Vancouver.

What youll do

• Analyze facilities and maintenance capital projects to clearly define scope risks constraints and deliverables.
• Lead planning coordination and stakeholder engagement for building renovations shop upgrades equipment installations and marine infrastructure maintenance.
• Develop and implement a multi-year capital roadmap aligned with organizational priorities and long-term infrastructure strategy.
• Manage all building services coordinating contractors and in-house teams to ensure compliance safety and operational continuity.
• Deliver projects of varying scale and complexity within budget and schedule while minimizing disruption to shipbuilding operations.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to track milestones financial performance quality standards and resource utilization.
• Track project costs and schedules ensuring alignment with approved budgets and timelines.
• Lead root cause analysis for operational challenges and implement strategic sustainable solutions.
• Identify and implement innovative technologies and best practices to enhance facilities performance and reliability.
• Provide strategic recommendations to improve facility operations and long-term asset performance.
• Lead and mentor cross-functional teams fostering accountability collaboration and high performance in a unionized environment.

What youll bring

• Post-secondary education in Engineering Construction Management Facilities Management or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• PMP certification is strongly preferred.
• Meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP) and Secret clearance.
• 610 years of combined technical and project management experience in industrial construction or heavy manufacturing environments.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience including at least 2 years in a production environment (unionized experience preferred).
• Strong knowledge of building systems and services (HVAC electrical mechanical fire protection utilities infrastructure).
• Experience with welding plasma cutting and related manufacturing processes and their facility infrastructure requirements.
• Demonstrated experience managing contractors and in-house trades.
• Familiarity with marine or shipyard operations is a strong asset.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced operationally sensitive environment.
• Strong financial acumen scheduling expertise and risk management capability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office SharePoint and Outlook and knowledge of using Smartsheet is preferred.
• Exceptional leadership and decision-making skills.
• Strong conflict resolution and stakeholder management capability.
• Strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to lead change with inclusivity and resilience.
• Excellent communication skills capable of engaging trades technical experts and executive leadership.
• Highly organized detail-oriented and results-driven.

Why youll love working here

• This is a full-time permanent position. With multiple operations and long-term 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 with a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidates experience.
• We also provide the best-in-class 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 on-site 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 $135000 -$165000. In determining final salary Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidates skills 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.

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