Project Management Lead

We’re all about the craft. 

KF Aerospace is proud to deliver innovative aircraft services for corporate, commercial, and military customers worldwide. Launched in 1970 out of British Columbia’s beautiful city of Kelowna, KF has grown to specialize in a wide range of aviation services including maintenance and modifications, cargo operations, military pilot training and aircraft leasing. With facilities across Canada, KF is home to over 1,100 highly skilled individuals. Our passion for our craft fuels every project we touch.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Project Management Lead reports to the QA and Safety Manager and is responsible to manage large aviation projects across the KFA Organization. This includes, but is not limited to, heavy maintenance projects, flight operations projects, engineering projects, and new customer introduction projects. The Project Management Lead is responsible for integration management of the project across all departments to ensure the success of the project. The Project Management Lead will also be responsible for supporting leadership through process analysis and refinement of Project Management practices at KFA.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage large, complex aviation projects across the KFA organization. 
• Maintain and update project documentation, ensuring compliance with regulations, industry standards, company policies, and professional best practices.
• Provide consistent updates of ongoing projects to the Senior Manager, BD and Director of Mtce.
• Track and report project status relative to the approved activities.
• Conduct qualitative risk management of projects. 
• Identify, communicate and manage issues and risks to mitigate impacts to project.
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
• Communicate effectively to stakeholders in various positions inside and outside the organization.
• Analyze processes and strategies within PM Framework to identify opportunities for improved efficiencies.
• Trend monitor ongoing maintenance projects to track compliance to procedures, identify training opportunities, and develop case studies.
• Work with various departments to refine and improve procedures identified in the Project Management Manual.
• Work closely with the Supply Chain Management and Shops functions to ensure material supplies meet project needs.
• Lead project and customer induction meetings.
• Communicate daily planning and resolve issues/recovery actions with the Hangar Operations Managers.
• Provide leadership and direction to direct reports, including providing performance feedback and completion of annual P3 reviews.
• Mentor and coach junior members of the team. 
• This position is expected to be 100 onsite as regular interaction with maintenance staff is essential.
• Travel to other site locations is required.
• Other tasks assigned by the Manager, Quality and Safety.

REQUIREMENTS

Competencies

• Excellent problem-solving skills to facilitate positive outcomes for the projects.
• Strong organizational and planning skills. 
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills. 
• Strong communication skills. 
• Ability to work effectively with deadlines while maintaining a high degree of accuracy.
• Understanding of aircraft maintenance planning.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in related field.
• 10 + years of experience in Project Management.
• Formal Project Management training completed (i.e. courses, certification, education).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is preferred.
• Knowledge of Canadian Aviation Regulations.
• Knowledge of PMBOK principles and approach.
• Project Management experience in an Aerospace related environment is considered an asset.
• Proficient computer skills: MS Excel, MS Office, MS SharePoint, & MS Project.

BENEFITS

Full-Time staff benefits include (but are not limited to):

• Health and Dental
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health Spending Account
• Personal (Wellness) Spending Account
• Paid vacation and Personal time off
• Pension matching plan and voluntary RRSP
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• A bonus program based on organizational performance

SALARY

The wage band is KF level 11, $82,419 - $103,024 annually. 

HOW TO APPLY     

Be a part of our craft. Apply for the Project Management Lead position at kfaero.ca/careers today!

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