Program Manager

Program Manager Location: Bedford, Nova Scotia, CA, B4B 1G9 Job Summary Reporting to the Senior Director - Line of Business Lead, the Program Manager is responsible to coordinate and monitor the design, development and testing of switch‑mode power conversion equipment. This role will manage a wide variety of projects and electrical design activities of varying scope and scale, including schedule development and maintenance, generation or EAC, ETC and other program metrics, milestone creation and tracking, and subcontract documentation deliverable management. Responsibilities Manage the delivery of complex manufacturing projects Lead meetings and the Integrated Product Team from kick‑off to project close Interface with internal and external customers on new/existing contracts and bid and proposal activities Allocate and control budgets for labour, material, travel and purchased services Identify, assess, monitor and mitigate risk throughout the program life cycle Develop and implement corrective action plans when deviations from budgets or schedules are evident Perform variance analyses of schedule and cost on a formal and informal basis and present them to senior management Serve as the primary interface with the customer on all matters involving contract execution Represent management at program reviews, meetings, seminars, etc.

Ensure timely close out of completed projects and that all obligations are satisfied and project documentation is properly recorded Develop earned value and other program indicators used in cost and schedule forecasts Qualifications Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business from a recognized post‑secondary institution or equivalent experience Certification in project management Minimum of three (3) years experience in project management Track record in managing defence manufacturing programs as a prime or subcontractor to a domestic or foreign civil and/or military organization Experience with metrics for assessing and reporting program progress, productivity and variance analysis Experience in finance, contracting, export regulations, engineering, logistics, manufacturing and supply chain management is an asset Success in managing manpower, planning project reviews scheduling and budget control Hands‑on working knowledge of Microsoft Project and processes to drive program key indicators as well as MS Office 365 Solid leadership and management skills, particularly influence management and conflict resolution Superior problem‑solving, critical thinking, negotiation, presentation, interpersonal and communication skills Benefits Motivating team‑based environment where achievements matter Opportunity to work on industry leading edge technology Flexible work hours and a compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balance Hybrid work environment (3 days in office) Industry leading wellness program including health, dental and vision coverage available on the first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare; access to Employee and Family Assistance Program Competitive compensation including reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resources; Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions and access to complimentary financial planning; Employee Stock Purchase Plan; Maternity and Parental leave top‑up; Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off; compressed work week with 9/80 schedule Equal Opportunity Statement DRS Pivotal Power Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants must fulfill requirements for Canadian security clearance. Applicants requiring a disability‑related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process are advised to inform Human Resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr