Project Manager

Are you looking for a rewarding career in the unique industry of shipbuilding? Do you want to work for a well-managed company that puts people first? If you are looking for a career that’s more about making a life than simply making a living, then come aboard the Genoa team! Genoa Design International is currently recruiting for a Project Manager to join our Team!

WHO WE ARE

Genoa Design International has been providing production design and 3D modeling services to shipbuilding and offshore industries from here in Newfoundland and Labrador since 1995. In that time, we’ve become one of the most sought-after production design firms in the North American shipbuilding market.

With collaboration as the cornerstone of our work, we approach every day with a focus on our core values: Put People First, Create Lasting Relationships, Make a Difference, Own It, Live Well, and Never Stand Still. Our customers tell us that our employees’ everyday demonstration of our values sets Genoa apart from competitors.

With a team of designers, engineers, naval architects, administrators, and technical support staff dispersed between locations, Genoa provides expertise and dedicated support throughout the shipbuilding process. Currently, Genoa is active in major government initiatives such as Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS) and in commercial contracts in shipyards throughout North America.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As Project Manager responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Reporting to the Director of Project Management, you will be accountable for the success of a project as defined within a specific contract.
• Work with the assigned Project Leadership Team (ProLT) to plan, execute and implement the Project.
• Manage and monitor the progress of your Project against cost, time, scope and quality parameters.
• Act as the main conduit between the client and the Project Team.
• Oversee the work being executed within the Project Team to deliver high quality Production Drawings and 3D models as defined in the associated contract.
• Build strong relationships that go beyond the project to create and foster a collaborative team environment.
• Travel will be required to meet with the distributed Project Teams, the client, and other stakeholders.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED IN YOUR TOOLKIT

• 10+ years of Project Management experience, within a variety of different project types and sizes.
• Formalized Project Management training. A PMP or PgMP would be a definite asset.
• Experience with technical specifications for shipbuilding or related field and/or experience.
• Contract management or administration experience would be an asset.
• Demonstrated leadership competencies in motivating others, exercising sound judgment and critical thinking skills are essential for this role.
• Other required competencies include the ability to influence and lead others in achieving a shared vision, provide strong customer service and achieve stakeholder satisfaction, effectively communicate orally and in writing with diverse groups, and handle multiple priorities with independence and good judgment.
• Experience using Project Management software – at minimum, Excel, and MS Project.
• Knowledge of a shipyard and production environment would be an asset.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING WITH US

We’re making waves! Genoa’s powerhouse is our people who are both passionate about our projects and motivated to deliver superior results. The Genoa formula is simple: Put People First. Drive the 3D Model. And never, ever stand still. Our quest for quality and continuous improvement is at the heart of all we do.

At Genoa, we take caring for our people seriously! We’re committed to creating and maintaining a 5-star workplace. Here are some of the ways we keep the pep in our step:

• Attractive compensation package.
• RRSP matching program.
• Comprehensive group insurance plan and EFAP program.
• Vacation and discretionary days.

BUT WAIT … THERE’S MORE

• A flexible work schedule.
• Modern, yet comfortable office space.
• Engaging team builder activities.
• Rewards and recognition for a job-well done.
• An employee wellness program to spend on whatever makes you happy.
• A minimum of 8 volunteer hours each year to support causes that matter to you and community engagement opportunities.
• An outstanding commitment to training, development, career growth & opportunity with our award-winning in-house Academy; offering advanced technical training along with the diverse soft skills needed to stay ahead of the curve and confident in your role.

EMBRACING A SEA OF DIFFERENCES

At Genoa Design, we strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment and are committed to ensuring that our people feel comfortable to be their truest selves at work. This commitment is built into our core values and our passion to embrace a person’s unique abilities, strengths, and differences.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to building a diverse team and promoting a sense of belonging. We achieve this through encouraging our people to voice their ideas and opinions, celebrating one another’s contributions, and engaging with the communities in which we live and industries we serve.

INTERESTED?

Please submit your application through Genoa’s careers webpage: https://genoadesign.com/careers/

If you require assistance in completing your application or need any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please email your request to jobs@genoadesign.com and we would be happy to assist!