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Sustainment Projects Team Senior Manager (Permanent)

@ Babcock

Halifax, Nova Scotia

12+ years experience
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Overview

Babcock, an international defence company, is hiring a Sustainment Projects Team Senior Manager for permanent roles in Ottawa, Halifax or Victoria. The role leads end-to-end delivery of complex naval sustainment projects, including Victoria Class Submarine modifications, and builds governance and a project management centre of excellence. The posting states a salary range of $127,930 to $167,909 with a competitive total compensation package.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of complex submarine and marine sustainment projects
  • Establish project governance, roles and risk management
  • Build relationships with government and industry stakeholders
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Commercial, Finance and Supply Chain
  • Establish the Project Management Centre of Excellence

Requirements summary:

  • University degree or college diploma in project management or related field
  • PMP certification in good standing
  • 12 to 15 years managing complex multi-stakeholder projects
  • Experience establishing subcontracting arrangements
  • Strong budgeting and financial management skills
  • Eligibility for Canadian Secret clearance and ITAR clearance

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Benefits mentioned

DentalRetirement planEmployee assistancePaid time offParental leave
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-11-01
First seen by our source
2026-11-02
Source record updated
2026-11-07

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentBusiness operations
Experience12+ years
Manages peopleYes
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsPMP
EducationCollege diploma (preferred), Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Fields of studyProject Management
Security clearanceSecret
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Generous parental leave, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Wellness, Paid training

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Babcock

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Babcock is a FTSE 100 defence company, creating a safe and secure world, together.

Full company description

Babcock is a FTSE 100 defence company operating in our focus countries of the UK, Australasia, Canada, France and South Africa, with exports to additional markets. Our Purpose, to create a safe and secure world, together, defines our strategy. We support and enhance our customers’ defence and security capabilities and critical assets through a range of product and service solutions. We meet our customers’ requirements of value for money, increased availability, modernisation and flexibility. These projects take all different kinds of professionals, from chartered engineers and project managers, to naval architects, data analysts and everything in between. To bring through the next generation of engineering and business experts, we offer apprenticeships and roles for students, graduates and fully-qualified professionals. There’s never been a better time to join us. Whether you’re looking for a new business management project or engineering role, join Babcock and grow with us. Babcock is a Disability Confident, Committed Employer

LinkedIn followers
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People associated on LinkedIn
15,950
Reported office locations
  • 33 Wigmore Street, London, W1U 1QX, GB
Business categories
  • Industrial Engineering
  • National Security
  • Nuclear
  • Business Development
  • Infrastructure
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Asset Management
  • Marine Technology
  • Facility Management
  • Project Management
  • Aerospace
  • Manufacturing
Other recorded names
  • Babcock
  • Babcock International Group
Specialties
  • Support Services
  • Engineering
  • Project Management
  • and Asset Management
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Reported total investment
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Babcock is a FTSE 100 defence company operating in our focus countries of the UK, Australasia, Canada, France and South Africa, with exports to additional markets. Our Purpose, to create a safe and secure world, together, defines our strategy. We support and enhance our customers’ defence and security capabilities and critical assets through a range of product and service solutions. We meet our customers’…

FieldValue
IndustryDefense and Space Manufacturing
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersLondon
Organization typePublic Company
SpecialtiesSupport ServicesEngineeringProject Managementand Asset Management
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Job description

Sustainment Projects Team Senior Manager (Permanent)

(Ottawa, ON / Halifax, NS / Victoria, BC)

Expected Salary $127,930 to $167,909

To determine final salary, Babcock considers a variety of factors including the successful Candidate’s skills and experience and internal equity. The final base salary offer is at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

What You Do Here Matters

In a complex world marked by the threat of war, natural disasters, and geopolitical instability, national security has never been more important.

Babcock is an international defence company providing support and product solutions to enhance our customers’ defence capabilities and critical assets.

Our Canadian team combines their talent and expertise with deep global knowledge and experience from our operations in the United Kingdom, Europe, Australasia and Africa.

Working for us, you’ll help ensure that Canada’s critical services and assets are readily available, reliable, and capable for our defence and civil customers and contribute to Babcock’s Purpose, ‘Creating a safe and secure world, together.’

Be Part of Something Big.

Babcock is a people business. Our people and customers matter most to us. Here you will experience a challenging and rewarding work environment with the support you need to deliver and thrive in your career alongside inclusive teams you respect that value your skills and dedication.

Our Babcock Principles create the foundation for how we deliver better outcomes for our Culture, Customers and Communities. By collectively embodying these Principles in all the work we do, our colleagues help make us great:

  • Be Curious – We believe in challenging the status quo and asking, ‘how might we?’
  • Think: Outcomes – We believe in measuring success by the results we deliver and the positive impact we make
  • Be Kind – We believe in being kind to ourselves, kind to each other, and kind to our planet.
  • Collaborate– We believe that Babcock is greater than the sum of its parts.
  • Be Courageous – We believe in being brave, ambitious, and determined.
  • Own and Deliver – We believe everybody has a part to play in Babcock’s and our customers’ success.

Our people are at the heart of creating a safe and secure world. We offer a collection of programs and benefits designed to support their well-being:

Health & Well-being

  • 100% employer-paid health and dental premiums
  • Our Wellness benefit promotes a work environment that supports healthy lifestyles and well-being
  • Our Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers support and solutions for a wide range of life’s challenges
  • A Maternity/Parental Leave top-up payment is available for our colleagues as their family grows

Planning for the Future

  • Babcock Canada matches a portion of earnings towards our RRSP/DPSP program. Additionally, colleagues can contribute directly to a TFSA

Flexibility in How We Work

  • We offer an agile workplace for several positions
  • An option of a compressed work schedule supports work/life interests
  • Competitive annual vacation time off and additional time off during our holiday closure

Growth and recognition

  • A comprehensive colleague recognition program and bonus program
  • Training and support for professional development and professional membership dues

We encourage you to learn more about Babcock Canada by exploring our website: babcockcanada.com.

In this role, you will:

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of complex projects, including Victoria Class Submarine modifications and strategic initiatives supporting the Submarine Enterprise and Marine business.
  • Lead Sustainment Project delivery, achieving cost and schedule objectives while supporting program success.
  • Establish governance arrangements for the delivery of Sustainment Projects, defining clear roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities, including identification and monitoring of project risks, planning, and implementing responses.
  • Build consensus among cross-functional team members and balance multiple, concurrent priorities.
  • Collaborate with government and industry stakeholders to build strong relationships and support project delivery across multiple locations.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Engineering, Commercial, Finance, and Supply Chain to address complex challenges and enable successful project delivery.
  • Establish the Project Management Centre of Excellence for Babcock Canada.
  • Work independently, demonstrate initiative, and exercise sound judgement in a fast-paced environment.
  • Other duties as necessary.

The ideal candidate brings:

  • A recognized University Degree or College diploma in Project Management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification in good standing with the Project Management Institute (PMI) or equivalent global certification.
  • 12-15 years’ experience in successfully managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders, preferably within the Naval or Marine sector.
  • Experience in establishing and refining sub-contracting arrangements to ensure projects can be appropriately supported when internal resourcing is otherwise directed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Demonstrated analytical abilities in budgeting and financial management and are able to plan and control finances as a means of driving performance.
  • Proven ability to build and lead highly effective teams.
  • Proficiency in presenting detailed information concisely and appropriately tailored to various audiences.
  • Working knowledge of Maritime Equipment Program Management (MEPM) (SM)is considered an asset.
  • Eligibility for a Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance.

Babcock is committed to promoting a workforce without boundaries. One that welcomes everyone to contribute to our success regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, or disability, and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered. If you require accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you.

Babcock Canada acknowledges that the land on which we operate across Canada is the unceded territory of Indigenous Peoples. We are grateful to work, live, and play as guests on these lands and are committed to building meaningful and mutually beneficial relationships with Indigenous Peoples.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Applicants, please apply online at https://www.babcockinternational.com/careers/

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