Our client, a major player in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking an Associate Project Manager to join their team in Victoria. This permanent role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a company that significantly contributes to creating a safe and secure world.Key Responsibilities:Provide support to project teams, including:Assisting in the management and reporting of project resources, risks, opportunities, and issuesScheduling and facilitating stakeholder meetings, including compiling meeting minutes and recording & tracking actionsSupporting project stakeholder management and communicationsManaging and maintaining project documents as requiredProducing reports and presentations for board reviews, progress meetings, etc.Developing metrics and managing databases to support project delivery objectivesCarrying out document and records management to ensure compliance with Document Control processesSupport in the administration of subcontracts and subcontractorsManage the project SharePoint site to facilitate communications and data availabilityCoordinate onsite visitors including support for health & safety requirementsDevelop, manage, and release project communications and formal reporting to the clientAssist in the management of key improvement initiativesCoordinate project collaboration including tracking timelines, deliverables, progress reports,
and action itemsPerform other duties as reasonably assigned to support business needsJob Requirements:Experience in project management, preferably in an engineering or marine environmentExperience in Microsoft Office applications, particularly strong Excel skillsStrong interpersonal and excellent communication skills, with the ability to present information at appropriate levelsAbility to react quickly to match challenging objectivesSolid organisational skillsAbility to work both independently and as part of a teamKnowledge of scheduling practices and toolsets is an assetFamiliarity with project estimating and planning systems (e.G., PEPS) is desirableEligibility for Canadian Secret Security and ITAR ClearanceBenefits:100% employer-paid health and dental premiumsWellness benefits promoting healthy lifestyles and well-beingEmployee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offering support for various life challengesMaternity/Parental Leave top-up paymentsCompany matches a portion of earnings towards RRSP/DPSP, and contributions to a TFSAAgile workplace with options for a compressed work scheduleCompetitive annual vacation time off plus additional time off during the holiday closureComprehensive colleague recognition and bonus programTraining and support for professional development and qualified membership duesIf you have experience in project management and are eager to contribute to national security and defence, we want to hear from you.