About This Role

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for streamlining delivery processes and improving the understanding of client needs, resulting in client satisfaction. They will also support everything from several small to medium projects to very large complex programs. Supporting the training of the project managers in practicing the necessary methodologies and processes across their projects and/or programs is also essential.

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Manages through governance structures, creating detailed program-level plans that provide guidance to projects where detailed project-level plans are established.

Drives alignment and adherence to standards and direction set by CAE.

Supervises and/or develops and manages communication plan to include content, frequency, audience, and channels.

Helps to build and/or improve a full program and project management function from scratch over time.

Conducts all project and program management functions.

Sets up SharePoint program sites for document retention.

Drives joint planning and standardization of requests across the partners and ensures that approved methods, processes and tools are consistently used, including change, issue, risk and quality management.

Supports the delivery teams, develops and maintains relationships with key internal CAE business units, and ensures all projects are moving forward and following the CAE standards.

Advises senior management and executives of program/project and client status.

Provides early warnings and quality assurance.

Facilitates program level issues and change management resolution.

Provides oversight and reports on schedules, budget and expenses.

Establish, manage and monitor the projects and programs from initiation through delivery till closure.

Organizes interdepartmental activities, ensuring the program/project/product is completed on schedule and within budget constraints.

Supports the global Standard & Methods team by developing/improving processes, documentation, project management playbooks, lessons learned, etc.

At times to be willing to work in different time zones.

Conducts and/or supports training for the project management community.

Actively participates in global Delivery & Care initiatives.
 

Our ideal candidate has :

Minimum of 8 years of Project and Program Management experience.

Minimum of 8 years working experience in relevant fields.

Possesses and applies expert knowledge of project management principles, practices and procedures to complete assignments.

Excellent analytical skills, detail-oriented, interacts well with others, and has excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Intimate knowledge of delivery methods and standards.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Fully proficient in MS Project.

Must be able to interface appropriately at project team level.

Understand the concepts, definitions and application of project reports.

Possesses an understanding of quality assurance concepts.

Fluency in English is a must. Any other languages are an additional advantage.

Experience working in a matrix organization and supporting virtual distributed teams.

Airline domain expertise preferred.

Experience in management consulting, working for a software vendor and/or in the travel industry preferred.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent, PMP or equivalent certification in program and project management methodology.

Location:

CAE Madrid - Polígono Industrial La Muñoza 2, 28042 Madrid, Spain

Your role will involve some national and international travel - Approximately 40%.

We operate a hybrid working approach (2 days per week in the office).

CAE offers:

An environment where your initiatives will be recognized and valued.

The opportunity to travel internationally.

The opportunity to work on a variety of projects on a multidisciplinary team.

The opportunity to represent the organization at external conventions and conferences.

The possibility to work from home occasionally.

Flexible schedules.

Attractive employee benefits.

About us:

At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitize the physical world, deploying simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, airlines and defence and security forces to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are highest. Around the globe, we’re everywhere customers need us to be, with more than 13,000 employees in more than 200 sites and training locations in over 40 countries.

Project Overview:

CAE Flight Operations Solutions is an industry-leading digital platform trusted by the world’s top airlines and business aviation companies to optimize their operations. Every year, more than 50 million flights and over 200,000 crew members are supported by CAE's flight operations software, which is backed by a global team and unparalleled expertise.

We offer a comprehensive portfolio of products and a digital ecosystem to address three primary markets – Commercial Aviation, Business Aviation and Crew Engagement.

Spanning crew, flight, movement, airport, on-board catering, and cost management, CAE's customizable end-to-end solution improves decision-making by harnessing the power of integrated data and advanced technologies to improve operational performance, profitability, employee satisfaction and passenger experience. CAE Flight Operations equips aviation professionals with the data needed to make informed decisions and take control of critical tasks.

To learn more: www.cae.com

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

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.  

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please get in touch with us at rh-hr@cae.com.