Data Analytics Project Manager - FAcT

at  CAE

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Computer Science, Mathematical, information Management, Statistics or Engineering degree with a minimum of eight (8) years of high technology project management experience or related field.
• Proven working experience as a Data Analyst or Business Data Analyst
• Technical expertise regarding data modelling, database design development, data mining and segmentation techniques an asset
• Recognized leadership and focus on results.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Motivated by innovations, keeps abreast of the latest technological developments.
• Great agility to adapt to complex situations, frequent changes and numerous clients, both internal and external, while remaining focused on the objectives of its projects.
• Program management skills, ability to track schedule, costs, scope and risk management skills.
• PMP certification, or obtained within six months of hiring
• General knowledge of the Canadian Defence and Security sector, flight training operations, aeronautical domain and flight simulators, an asset.
• Willing to travel on a regular basis (25%).
• Bilingualism (French and English) is required.
• Be able to hold a Canadian Security Clearance & Controlled Good Clearance. Eligible to work in Canada either as a Canadian Citizen, a Permanent Resident or with a valid Work Permit.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

As a Project Manager – Data Analytics on the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) program, you will be part of a project manager team to support the management effort for this historic multibillion-dollar CAE project. Sounds like something you are up for? That’s why we need you to be part of our team. Are you looking for a work environment where you can innovate, reach greater heights, and collaborate with experts from a wide range of sectors? You want to contribute and join CAE D&S Canada on a once in a lifetime opportunity? Come share your passion and pride with us!
As part of their duties, the Project Manager will be assigned to projects under the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) program in the Defense and Security sector. Located in Montreal, the PM will develop project management plans for high complexity projects with significant financial and technological implications. The incumbent will also recommend improvement initiatives and participate in their implementation and provide daily leadership to team members. The Data Analytics team will collect and analyze data across the business to assist all team members and leadership in making sound decisions. It will provide crucial information on the performance management metrics to be reported to the customer.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with an integrated management team made of many project managers working towards the same objective of successfully delivering the FAcT program.
• Responsible for the data analytics deliverables (ex: Data Analytics Plans for all pillars (Program Management, Training, Aircraft, GBTS). Implementation of those plans and validation of the overall solution at the customer sites.
• Validate and monitor aspects of the project related to research and development to ensure compliance with the technical requirements.
• Solve problems to ensure timely execution of the proof of concept and integration at the customer site.
• Take charge of all aspects of the entrusted project: schedule, costs, income, risk, scope, customer relations, contract.
• Report regularly to internal management on progress, issues, and workarounds.
• Manage all the resources (matrix) targeted by the project, including partners, subcontractors, etc.