As a Technical lead of the Program's continuous improvement, you will lead and directly contribute to initiatives aimed at improving program management communications. This role involves designing, deploying, and optimizing planning and communication tools, as well as defining, implementing, and maintaining standardized processes that foster collaboration and efficiency. With a strong foundation in project management and process improvement, including a proven aptitude for applying Lean Six Sigma principles, you will play a critical role in driving continuous improvement, proactively managing risks, issues, and opportunities, and delivering measurable results. As a Technical lead of the Program's continuous improvement, you will lead and directly contribute to initiatives aimed at improving program management communications. This role involves designing, deploying, and optimizing planning and communication tools, as well as defining, implementing, and maintaining standardized processes that foster collaboration and efficiency. With a strong foundation in project management and process improvement, including a proven aptitude for applying Lean Six Sigma principles, you will play a critical role in driving continuous improvement, proactively managing risks, issues, and opportunities, and delivering measurable results. Actively lead technical projects related to improving program management communications, directly contributing to tool design, configuration, and deployment. project management software, dashboards) to meet organizational needs. Drive the adoption of new tools and processes by conducting hands-on setup, configuration, testing, training, and troubleshooting, while providing ongoing user support.
Establish and track performance metrics to assess the effectiveness of tools and processes, using this data to propose and implement further refinements. Proactively identify, assess, and manage project, process, and program risks, issues, and opportunities (e.g., adoption, data quality, integration, security, timeline dependencies) by maintaining appropriate logs and registers, defining mitigation, contingency, and resolution plans, tracking actions, owners, and dates, and escalating through appropriate governance channels. Collaborate with IT teams and vendors to ensure seamless tool integration with broader organizational systems and technologies. Lead and participate in process improvement initiatives, leveraging Lean Six Sigma principles to identify inefficiencies and deliver measurable results. Facilitate frequent and proactive communication with stakeholders, presenting project progress updates, addressing issues, and ensuring alignment with organizational priorities. Advocate for and drive a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration across the organization. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Certification in project management methodologies such as PMP, PRINCE2, or PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) is an asset. Minimum of five (5) years of hands‑on experience managing and executing technical projects, including direct involvement in the setup, customization,
and deployment of program management tools. Demonstrated expertise in implementing and optimizing tools such as Jira, MS Project, Azure DevOps, Asana, Confluence, or similar systems. Strong process improvement experience with a proven ability to perform process mapping, develop standard workflows, and implement automation solutions. Proven ability to apply Lean Six Sigma techniques to solve inefficiencies and deliver data‑driven improvements. Solid understanding of both Agile and predictive project management frameworks, with the ability to tailor techniques to diverse project needs. Expert‑level proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite. Strong analytical skills with experience defining metrics, monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs), and driving data‑based decision‑making. Hands‑on technical proficiency combined with the ability to develop and execute project roadmaps. A proactive, self‑starting approach with a preference for rolling up your sleeves and getting involved in implementation. Solid problem‑solving skills and the ability to manage ambiguity by breaking down challenges into actionable projects. Passion for continuous improvement and a track record of successfully driving process optimization and tool enhancements. Founded in 1825, Davie is Canada’s largest shipyard. We build and repair specialized, essential vessels for government and commercial clients. Working at Davie means embracing vast possibilities every day and taking part in an adventure where every project leads to something monumental. It’s not just about delivering major projects—it’s about innovation and pushing boundaries to accomplish something truly remarkable.
📌 Technical Lead, Continous improvement of Program (Levis)
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