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KBR

Program Manager

Calgary, AB

Program Manager KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides holistic and value-added ... or Engineering. * Minimum of 15 years of experience in related projects with an average of 20 ...

TELUS

Sr Program Manager

Calgary, AB

In this role, you'll partner closely with Product Management and Engineering to evolve our roadmap ... Own end-to-end program management across HDS delivery workstreams, translating strategic priorities ...

Wood Plc

Senior Site Project Manager

Calgary, AB

... program. Skills / Qualifications * University Degree/Technology Diploma in Civil Engineering, or a ... Will have a minimum of ten (10) years' experience managing projects in excess of $100M.

Wood Plc

Senior Site Project Manager

Calgary, AB

... program. Skills / Qualifications * University Degree/Technology Diploma in Civil Engineering, or a ... Will have a minimum of ten (10) years' experience managing projects in excess of $100M.

Wood Plc

Senior Site Project Manager

Calgary, AB · On-site

... program. Skills / Qualifications * University Degree/Technology Diploma in Civil Engineering, or a ... Will have a minimum of ten (10) years' experience managing projects in excess of $100M.

Wood Plc

Senior Site Project Manager

Calgary, AB · On-site

... program. Skills / Qualifications * University Degree/Technology Diploma in Civil Engineering, or a ... Will have a minimum of ten (10) years' experience managing projects in excess of $100M.

Wood Plc

Senior Site Project Manager

Calgary, AB

... program. Skills / Qualifications * University Degree/Technology Diploma in Civil Engineering, or a ... Will have a minimum of ten (10) years' experience managing projects in excess of $100M.

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Engineer Program Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Engineer Program Manager, you need a solid engineering background, project management expertise, and typically a degree in engineering or a related field, often with PMP or similar certification. Familiarity with project management software like Microsoft Project, JIRA, or Asana, and technical documentation tools is essential. Outstanding leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help drive cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder expectations. These abilities are crucial for delivering complex engineering projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards.

How does an Engineer Program Manager typically collaborate with engineering and cross-functional teams during a project?

As an Engineer Program Manager, you will act as a bridge between engineering teams and other departments such as product management, quality assurance, and operations. You’ll facilitate clear communication, set project expectations, and help resolve roadblocks to keep projects on track. Regular meetings, progress updates, and documentation are common practices to ensure alignment and accountability. Your ability to balance technical understanding with project management skills is crucial in driving successful outcomes.

What is an Engineer Program Manager?

An Engineer Program Manager (EPM) is a professional who oversees and coordinates engineering projects from conception through completion. They work closely with engineering teams, stakeholders, and other departments to ensure that technical projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. EPMs manage schedules, resolve issues, and facilitate communication between different teams to keep projects on track. Their role often blends technical expertise with project management skills, making them essential for successful engineering initiatives.

What is the difference between Engineer Program Manager vs Software Engineer?

AspectEngineer Program ManagerSoftware Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, Project Management certifications (e.g., PMP)Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field, coding skills
Work EnvironmentCross-functional teams, project planning, stakeholder communicationDesign, develop, test software applications
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, hardware firms, product developmentSoftware companies, tech startups, IT departments

The main difference is that Engineer Program Managers focus on overseeing projects, coordinating teams, and ensuring timely delivery, while Software Engineers primarily develop and implement software solutions. Both roles often collaborate closely but serve distinct functions within tech organizations.

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Engineering Program Manager, Autonomous Solutions

Engineering Program Manager, Autonomous Solutions

Hexagon

Calgary, AB

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Overview

Hexagon's Autonomous Solutions business area is looking for an Engineering Program Manager focused on coordinating key strategic R&D initiatives across multiple divisions, leveraging strong leadership, communication, and project management skills. To successfully deliver on these strategic initiatives you will define, establish, and manage endtoend release planning and stakeholder enagagement.

In this role, you will engage with stakeholders across the Autonomous Solutions Business Area-spanning multiple divisions (NovAtel Positioning, Septentrio Positioning, Mining, Aerospace and Defense, Core Autonomy, and Agriculture) and crossfunctional product teams including Marketing, Engineering, and Operations.

You will collaborate closely with Technical Leads from each division to define, align on, and share solutions that enable success. Strong project management discipline, stakeholder alignment, and crossorganizational coordination are critical to success in this role.

As a newly created position with high visibility and regular exposure to senior and executive leadership, you will be accountable for planning, scoping, and delivering successful outcomes across the Autonomous Solutions Business Area. All activities will be executed in accordance with Hexagon's worldclass project management practices and product development processes.

Responsibilities

As a Engineering Program Manager you will be responsible for: 

  • Lead R&D improvement initiatives that involve multiple divisions within the Autonomous Solutions Business Area.
    • Support technical leaders, stakeholders and delegates in strategy, team coordination, project scope and all deliverables
    • Accountable for achieving program objectives including quality, cost and timely introduction
  • Responsible for following and championing the use of Hexagon processes
  • Continuous monitoring and controlling of project issues, risks, schedules and costs
  • Regular communications with all project stakeholders including generating program and project status updates
  • Lead interface for all contractors engaged for outsourced work packages
  • Keep concise meeting minutes and manage action items from inception to completion.
  • Apply key skills of project management including planning, execution, monitoring and control of project budgets, schedule, risk, resources, scope and more.
Qualifications

Must-Have:

  • 10+ years of combined product development, project management, and people management experience
  • Practical knowledge of project management and change management principles
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Project Management Tool knowledge (MS365, including CoPilot)
  • Must be able to achieve Controlled Goods security status

 Key Success Factors:

  • Ability to influence and motivate those around you
  • Ability to quickly adapt to change
  • Excellent interpersonal skills within a multi-disciplinary, multi-site environment.
  • Smart, no ego, goal oriented and driven by integrity
  • Self-motivated with the capacity to work autonomously
  • Ability to effectively view and explain issues and resolutions from a technical, end-user and business perspective
  • Possess strong verbal and written English language communication skills.
Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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