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WSP

Transportation Planning Engineer

Ottawa, ON

CA$104K - CA$138K/yr

We are seeking a Transportation Planning Engineer ready to assume a Project Manager role and meaningfully contribute to a team working on a broad variety of transportation planning and engineering ...

WSP

Transportation Planning Engineer

Ottawa, ON · On-site

CA$104K - CA$138K/yr

We are seeking a Transportation Planning Engineer ready to assume a Project Manager role and meaningfully contribute to a team working on a broad variety of transportation planning and engineering ...

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What is a planning manager?

Planning Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing and coordinating the planning processes within an organization, which may include strategic, operational, or project planning. They analyze data, forecast future needs, and develop plans to ensure that resources are used efficiently to meet organizational goals. Planning Managers often work with various departments, manage timelines and budgets, and ensure compliance with regulations and standards. Their role is vital in industries such as urban development, construction, manufacturing, and business operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a planning manager?

To thrive as a Planning Manager, you need strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, and experience in project management, typically supported by a related degree such as urban planning, business, or engineering. Familiarity with planning software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera), data analysis tools, and sometimes certifications like PMP are often required. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities set top performers apart in this role. These skills are crucial for developing effective plans, coordinating teams, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.

How does a planning manager typically collaborate with other departments to ensure project success?

A Planning Manager regularly works with cross-functional teams, including operations, finance, and procurement, to align project timelines, resource allocations, and deliverables. This collaboration ensures that potential bottlenecks are identified early, and adjustments can be made proactively. Effective communication and coordination are key parts of the role, as Planning Managers often facilitate meetings, provide updates, and gather input to refine project schedules. Building strong relationships across departments is essential for smooth project execution and achieving organizational goals.

What is the difference between Planning Manager vs Project Coordinator?

AspectPlanning ManagerProject Coordinator
ResponsibilitiesOversees project planning, schedules, resource allocation, and strategic planningSupports project tasks, tracks progress, and assists with scheduling
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in related field, PMP or similar certification often preferredBachelor's degree, relevant certifications optional
Work EnvironmentTypically in managerial settings, coordinating with multiple teamsOften in team support roles, working closely with project teams
Industry UsageCommon in construction, manufacturing, IT, and engineeringUsed across various industries for project support roles

The Planning Manager focuses on strategic project planning and resource management, while the Project Coordinator handles day-to-day task tracking and support. Both roles are essential but differ in scope and seniority.

Is planning a good career?

A career as a planning manager involves coordinating projects, analyzing data, and developing strategies, often requiring strong organizational and communication skills. It can offer stability, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to work in various industries such as construction, logistics, or urban development. Success in this field typically depends on relevant education, experience, and proficiency with planning tools like MS Project or AutoCAD.

What do you need to be a planning manager?

A planning manager typically needs a bachelor's degree in business, logistics, or a related field, along with several years of experience in planning, scheduling, or project management. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills are essential, and proficiency with planning tools or software like MS Project or SAP is often required. Certifications such as PMP or APICS can enhance qualifications.

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Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Ottawa, ON • On-site

Telesat
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Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Telesat (Nasdaq and TSX: TSAT) is a leading global satellite operator, providing reliable and secure satellite-delivered communications solutions worldwide to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers for over 55 years.  Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability and industry-leading customer service, Telesat has grown to be one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators.

Telesat Lightspeed, our revolutionary Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, scheduled to begin service in 2027, will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise and Government users by delivering a combination of high capacity, security, resiliency and affordability with ultra-low latency and fiber-like speeds. Telesat is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, and has offices and facilities around the world.
The company's state-of-the-art Satellite fleet consists of 12 GEO satellites, the Canadian payload on ViaSat-1 and one LEO 3 demonstration satellite.  For more information, follow Telesat on X and LinkedIn or visit www.telesat.com


The Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis is part of the Financial Planning and Analysis team within Finance and will be responsible for the maintenance of the Telesat Lightspeed, GEO and Consolidated Long-Term plans and any sensitivities that may need to be run.  The incumbent will report to the Senior Director, Financial Planning and Analysis and will be responsible for assisting with various valuation exercises such as the quarterly warrant valuation exercise, as well as the annual goodwill and intangible asset valuations used for the purpose of our impairment analyses.   

The Senior Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis will also assist the Director, Financial Planning and Systems by preparing a quarterly update to the Lenders' Base Case for Lightspeed as well as supporting the various informational requirements required by the Government of Canada/Government of Quebec as part of the quarterly progress report.

The incumbent will also assist the Director, Financial Planning and Systems by developing, tracking and analyzing company performance against KPIs, budget and forecast benchmarks, and support the preparation for the periodic Operational Review Meeting materials, as may be required.

As part of this activity, The incumbent will ensure that key drivers to any variance to the plan, or projected variance to plan, are well understood and in conjunction with the relevant senior managers, and will help facilitate the creation of potential mitigations/solutions for any adverse variances that might arise.

This role requires office attendance, at our headquarters in Ottawa, 5 days a week

Main Responsibilities:
  • Main point of contact for all aspects of the long-term planning process and specifically for the two Telesat business segments (Lightspeed and GEO) and the Lenders' Base Case for Lightspeed, as well as the consolidated operations.  The incumbent will also be responsible for variance analysis and sensitivity analysis between, and associated with, the various iterations of the plans
  • Main point of contact to support valuation exercises that require long-term projections such as the annual goodwill and intangible impairment exercises as well as the quarterly warrant valuation process
  • Supporting the Operational Review Meetings that are being introduced to bring all key stakeholders together in a forum that facilities the identification of any barriers to achieving key financial and operational goals and promotes the timely resolution thereof
  • Preparation of analyses and informational reviews, as may be required, to support ongoing and future reporting and financing activities of the group, including but not limited to, periodic profitability analyses, by vertical, by constellation, geography, segment etc., as may be required to effectively manage the business
  • Working closely with the Treasury team to act as the main financial point of contact to support both the debt financing agreements for the Lightspeed constellation as well as providing Long-Term Cash flow planning/forecasts

Fund raising

  • Proving assistance, as may be required, to address any due diligence questions or clarifications that might arise from current or prospective lenders, the lenders' advisers or any other potential investors in the Lightspeed program
  • Review, update and refine, as appropriate, the Lightspeed business plan and model as the program develops/evolves
  • Assist, as may be required, with any strategic initiatives and/or provide finance transactional support for any other debt funding or equity raising projects

Other

  • Ensure all SOX-related documentation is prepared and reviewed
    Support the Director, Financial Planning and Systems and the Senior Director, FP&A with ad hoc projects and initiatives, as required
Education & Experience Required:
  • Undergraduate university degree, CFA / MBA or similar qualification
  • 5+ year's experience in a senior planning and analysis role that has required, as a core element of the role, developing/maintaining financial models and projections  
  • 5+ Years of experience in a management role managing a team of direct reports
  • 5+ years of leadership experience in mentoring, developing, training and performance management of direct reports
  • Good communication skills with ability to communicate at all levels of the organization
  • Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive analytical reviews and to set new KPIs, as required
  • Demonstrated ability to identify key drivers behind changes to forecast/plans including ability to suggest possible mitigations to rectify the variance, as appropriate
  • Proactive nature / natural self-starter
  • Strong Excel and Powerpoint skills
  • Experience of using Adaptive Insights and WorkDay a plus.
Decision Making & Supervision:
  • Full responsibility for organizing and planning workloads.
  • Assist with identification of financial reporting and business process/system improvements.
  • Identification of potential risk areas as part of FP&A analyses and assistance with development of possible mitigations.There are no direct reports associated with this position at this time.
Working Conditions:
  • Generally comfortable working environment.  Moderate visual concentration in use of computer monitor and considerable attention to detail.
  • Resource is required to obtain GOC Reliability clearance for this role
At Telesat, we take pride in being an equal opportunity employer that values equality in the workplace.  We are committed to providing the best candidate experience possible including any required accommodations at every stage of our interview process.   All qualified applicants that have been selected for an interview that require accommodations, are advised to inform the Telesat Talent team accordingly.  We will work with you to meet your needs.   All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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