Director, Digital Shipyards PMO
at Seaspan

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced PMO (Project Management Office) Director to join our Information Technology team. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Information Technology, the PMO Director will play a pivotal role in leading and enhancing our project management practices and methodology and tools, ensuring the successful delivery of IT projects aligned with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will possess a strategic mindset, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record in overseeing project portfolios within a complex IT environment.

Lead and manage a team of Project Managers (PMs) responsible for the successful execution of IT projects. Approximately between 5-10 resources including a mixture of employee and contracted project managers.

Note: This position qualifies for an optional hybrid work schedule after 90 days of onsite work and onboarding. Employee will be subject to the terms of the Flexible Work Policy Agreement.

What you'll do

• Develop and articulate a comprehensive PMO function, aligning it with the overarching IT Strategy and organizational objectives.
• Provide strategic guidance on project management processes, methodologies, and tools to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
• Oversee the end-to-end project portfolio, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Conduct regular portfolio assessments, prioritize projects based on strategic objectives, and allocate resources effectively.
• Identify, assess, and implement process improvements within the PMO to enhance project delivery and efficiency.
• Establish and enforce project management best practices, standards, and governance frameworks.
• Collaborate with department heads, project managers, and resource managers to optimize resource allocation across projects.
• Monitor resource utilization, forecast capacity, and implement strategies to enhance team performance.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure clear communication and alignment with project objectives.
• Provide regular and transparent project updates through various communication channels.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Establish a robust risk management framework and facilitate risk mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing PMO team by fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance on professional development opportunities and skills enhancement.
• Collaborate with finance and project managers to develop and manage the PMO budget.
• Monitor financial performance against budget, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Implement and oversee quality assurance processes to ensure project deliverables meet established standards and specifications.
• Conduct regular project audits to identify areas for improvement.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, Business, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Proven experience 10 years in a senior project management or PMO leadership role within the IT sector.
• Demonstrated success in managing large and complex IT project portfolios.
• In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is desirable.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities to PMs.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and establish goals for individual and team growth.
• Results orientation - Operates with urgency to constantly improve and grow the business.
• Morally strong - Will operate and provide the highest level of integrity in all actions and business decisions.
• Collaborator/team player - Recognizes that success is measured overall not on individual accomplishments. Understands that work with and through others strengthens an organization. Epitomizes collaboration before other traits.
• Change agent - Resilient in the face of change. Recognizes challenges and opportunities for the business, solution oriented in driving improvements and capable of gaining buy-in to a path forward.
• Passionate - Passion for business and creating a successful enterprise in general yet calm in the face of challenge.
• Practical - A solid and conceptual thinker who will provide sound advice. Identifies challenges and works collaboratively to achieve solutions.
• Credible - Consistent in all levels of work and in policies and governance placed on stakeholders and the company.
• Adaptive and influential - Able to handle and lead any change initiatives within the organization. Interpersonal skills - Superior communication skills, team-orientation. Leads with a positive mindset.

Why you'll love working here

• This is a full-time, permanent position. With multiple operations and long-term projects, Seaspan employees enjoy job stability as we look ahead to build ships for decades to come.
• In addition to an annual bonus and pension plan matching, this role provides you a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidate's experience.
• We also provide a best-in-class health and wellness benefits package for this position, including such things as full health care (e.g. unlimited physiotherapy), dental, vision, life insurance, medical leave coverage, parental leave coverage, childcare benefit partnership, wellness/fitness reimbursement for memberships or registration fees, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• While reporting directly to the Vice President, Business Technology Solutions, you will manage your own portfolio of work and projects as a senior member of the team.
• This position qualifies for an optional hybrid work schedule.
• Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit, we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick up and drop off points around North Vancouver.

The estimated salary for this position is $180,000 - $200,000. In determining final salary, Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidate's skillset and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company's sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

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