As a Senior Program Manager, you will lead large-scale, complex and multi-disciplinary programs, ensuring alignment with business priorities and successful execution from initiation through completion. You will be accountable for program delivery, including scope, budget, timelines, risk management, and stakeholder engagement, while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement across your portfolio. Develop and manage integrated program plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation. Monitor program performance, proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies. Provide clear, concise and executive-level reporting on program status, risks, and financials. Drive cross-functional collaboration and align stakeholders across multiple business units. Engage and influence senior leadership and executive stakeholders. Lead, coach, and develop project teams to drive performance and accountability. Manage external vendors and partners to ensure delivery excellence. Demonstrated experience understanding, and managing commercial contracts, including vendor agreements and supplier SLAs, ensuring program delivery remains aligned with contractual obligations and commercial outcomes. Ensure compliance with governance standards, quality expectations, and regulatory requirements. Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency across programs. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management or a related field. 15-20 years of experience leading complex programs or projects in a dynamic environment. Proven experience managing customer-facing or high-visibility initiatives. Proven ability to engage, influence, and manage senior stakeholders, including C-suite and executive leadership across complex, matrixed organizations, translating programme priorities into clear business narratives.
Robust understanding of both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies. Experience with enterprise program management tools and reporting frameworks. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, concurrent initiatives in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize and communicate complex data. Proven leadership experience, including team development and stakeholder management. Experience interacting with and influencing executive-level stakeholders. Employee Assistance Program Defined benefit pension plan Enhanced parental leave About CAE At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Position Type Regular Equal Opportunity & Accommodations CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. Data Privacy Privacy Statement | CAE As part of our process, we may use AI‑supported tools to help review applications, with human decision‑making at every step. As a global leader in Civil Aviation and Defense & Security across 40 countries, we advance together as One CAE, fueled by thousands of passionate individuals operating in a culture where everyone can thrive. We hold ourselves accountable for building an inclusive community at every level, and our comprehensive benefits support you professionally and personally. Join us and be part of something bigger—where your impact reaches beyond CAE and helps shape the world of tomorrow. #
📌 Senior Program Execution Manager (Canada)
🏢 CAE
📍 Canada