Capability Director

Job Title : Capability Director

Location :

Halifax, Ottawa, or Victoria

Employment Type : Permanent, Full-Time

About BMT

BMT is dedicated to tackling the most crucial engineering challenges of our era, fostering an environment where individuals with exceptional technical expertise provide meaningful, practical solutions. Committed to creating a safer, more efficient, effective, and sustainable future, BMT values diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognizing their pivotal role in achieving our business purpose. Learn more about BMT at www.bmt.org .

Key Responsibilities

The role of the Director of Capability is to assist the Vice President of Capability with developing and implementing strategies to enhance organizational capabilities, often focusing on areas like talent management, learning and development, and operational efficiency. Driving initiatives that improve employee performance, engagement, and overall organizational effectiveness. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to collaborate across different departments. As part of the Senior Leadership Team will :

Play a crucial role in shaping the overall direction and performance of the organization. They contribute to strategic decision-making, drive organizational change, and ensure that the organization has the capabilities needed to achieve its goals. This involves collaborating closely with other senior leaders, communicating effectively, and fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Develop and implement strategic plans to improve organizational capabilities aligned with overall business objectives.

Oversee talent acquisition, development, and retention strategies to build a high-performing workforce.

Lead the design and delivery of learning and development programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge.

Manage organizational change initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and effective communication.

Execute performance management systems and processes to drive individual and team performance.

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Provide guidance and support to the capability teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, innovation, and high performance.

Manage Capability Managers (CMs) including performance reviews and the establishment and tracking of objectives and Personal Development Plans (PDPs).

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Degree in Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Broad knowledge / experience across engineering and program services domains, including experience working with supporting teams (e.g., Human Resources, Finance, etc.)

Proven background of strategic planning and mapping strategy to tactical execution

Extensive team leadership skills and experience

Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare / brief presentations and engage personnel effectively at all levels of the organization

Motivational skills

Interviewing skills

Strong relationship-building

Eligible for a Canadian security clearance

Eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer.

Detailed knowledge and experience in the operation of naval systems.

Experience in the in-service support of naval systems and / or engineering design.

Why Work For Us?

At BMT we believe in hiring the best talent, from diverse backgrounds, as this introduces new ideas to the team and our customers. We believe in a cooperative and collaborative work environment and support and encourage career growth. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary commensurate with skill, ability and experience, as well as a comprehensive benefit package including : Medical, dental and vision plan (including a Health Care Spending Account) Employee and Family Assistance Program Parental / Maternity leave top-up program RRSP or TFSA matching program Flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement Training and development opportunities Employee recognition program Employee referral program.

Medical, dental and vision plan (including a Health Care Spending Account)

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Parental / Maternity leave top-up program

RRSP or TFSA matching program

Flexible work hours and hybrid work arrangement

Training and development opportunities

Employee recognition program

Employee referral program

Annual Salary : 175,000 to 185,000

BMT is committed to employment equity, to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst its workforce. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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