Senior Project Planner - Future Aircrew Training (FAcT)

About This Role

As the Senior Project Planner on the Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) program, you will support the Program Management effort for this historic multi-billion dollar project.

Sounds like something you are up for? That’s why we need you to be part of our team. Are you looking for a work environment where you can innovate, reach greater heights and collaborate with experts from a wide range of sectors?

Do you want to contribute and join CAE D&S Canada on a once in a lifetime opportunity? Come share your passion and pride with us! Canada recently announced that the preferred supplier to deliver FAcT is SkyAlyne.

SkyAlyne a partnership between current RCAF pilot training providers CAE and KF Aerospace is the only Canadian qualified supplier competing for the FAcT contract, expected to be awarded this year.

Position Overview :

The Senior Project Planner is dedicated to the FAcT Program and holds a key planning role to ensure the program continuously moves forward in accordance with the program strategy and objectives.

The planner draws the attention of the executing team to the challenges ahead so that the team can best position themselves to successfully deliver on commitments.

The Senior Project Planner will be expected to :

Develop and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)

Coordinate IMS updates with the Prime Contractor and subcontractors

Support the detailed planning of on-going activities (using the rolling wave technique when required)

Monitor and update milestone achievements within CAE internal systems

Inform stakeholders of project timelines and deadlines

Perform what-if scenarios and impact analysis on the schedule to mitigate risks

Ensure that all required data from the organization is properly updated to support Earned Value Management (EVM)

Make recommendations with respect to best industry processes and tools

Mentor more junior planners and PMs on scheduling techniques

Essential Qualifications :

College or University degree in management, a technical specialization, or equivalent experience

Proven experience and ability in planning and scheduling

Expert-level knowledge of project Planning and Scheduling software which may include MS Project, Primavera P6, Planisware

Expert-level knowledge of the WBS, IMP, IMS, program scheduling processes, critical path analysis, critical chain analysis, what-if scenarios

Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools

Good communication skills and ability to present complex scenarios to a wide range of audiences in both English and French

Proven problem solver who accepts ownership and accountability

Able to work collaboratively across organizations

Desirable Qualifications :

Project management certification (e.g., CAPM, PMP)

Defence & Security or related program experience

Good knowledge of EVM principles

Experience with schedule risk management and Monte Carlo analysis

CAE offers :

• Benefits : fully flexible for you to choose what is important
• Retirement : Defined Benefits Retirement Plan & Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
• Financial Perks : Employee Stock Purchase Plan & numerous corporate discounts
• Personal and Family Programs : Physical Wellness Plan & Supplementary Maternity Plan
• Work-Life Balance : Flextime & California Fridays all year
• Fun at work : social and community events all-year round!

Position Type

Regular

CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CAE is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. As "One CAE," we take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, Veteran status, age, or other legally protected characteristics.

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