Specialist, SVE & LAV 6.0 Program

Position Description:

• Monitor, coordinate and report on program activities within the scope of the contract to ensure deliverables achieve cost, schedule and performance
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal stakeholders and external customers to facilitate effective contract execution
• Liaise between various multi-disciplined teams in support of program objectives
• Coordinate and track all CDRL deliveries to customer and support Program(s) Cash Forecast
• Lead progress meetings with internal teams, coordinating resolution and follow up on technical or programmatic issues
• Develop and maintain reporting/presentations to a variety of internal and external stakeholders
• Lead bid and proposal process through the organization
• Assume project leadership for the execution of the contract change proposals (CCPs)
• Track program proposals and payment plans
• Support managing risk elements of the program
• Prepare contractual correspondence; including, meetings minutes/presentation material
• Track monthly performance reports and take appropriate action, as required
• Exercise a mindset of continuous process improvements and identify opportunities for cost savings
• Ensure all Program activities meet compliance requirements (ITAR/EAR/FCPA/GP/SOX, etc.)
• Assume coverage for Associate Program Manager, as required
• Short term special assignments, as required

Position Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• University degree or college diploma
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience, including project management experience
• Ability to respond to customer requirements and manage expectations while ensuring satisfaction
• Customer and detail oriented with a demonstrated ability to plan, analyze and solve problems
• Superior organizational skills with the ability to be agile, set priorities and multi-task under pressure
• Self-motivated and effective in a multi-disciplinary team, including to facilitate discussions
• Experience developing and delivering presentations
• Strong oral, written, and presentation communication skills
• Experience in MS Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint
• Understanding of GDLS-C Program processes and measurements
• Ability to travel and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP designation or working towards
• Familiarity with various functional areas of the business
• Product knowledge and defense industry or military experience
• Previous experience working with government contracts
• Related customer experience
• Experience creating or maintaining metrics or other performance reports
• EVMS and Bid-X experience

General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada is an employment equity employer who values diversity and inclusion.  We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

It is a requirement that General Dynamics Land Systems - Canada be registered with the Canadian Controlled Goods Program and that all of its workforce be security assessed.  As such, successful applicants must meet all applicable security requirements, including, but not limited to, the ability to obtain and maintain a Canadian government security clearance to secret level.

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