Project Manager Strategic and Governance Support

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Saint-Laurent, Montréal, QC, CAN
In-Office
Expert/Leader
Aerospace
The Role
Support portfolio governance through executive reviews, dashboards, KPI scorecards, performance analysis, forecasting, resource planning, and risk identification. Prepare executive presentations, business cases, strategic assessments, and data-driven recommendations. Track decisions and actions from governance forums, advise project and delivery leaders, and promote consistent portfolio management practices across the organization.
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Behind every success is a team of dedicated experts driving us forward. From HR professionals who shape our culture, to IT innovators driving technological advancements, Finance leaders ensuring our growth, Communicators shining a light on our story, and Legal experts safeguarding our future —every role is essential. Our enterprise functions don’t just support; they lead, playing a critical role in shaping the company’s path forward and ensuring both clients and employees are ready for the moments that matter. Be part of a team where your work makes a difference. You’ll work on impactful projects and turn ideas into reality while enjoying growth opportunities, teamwork, and a balanced work-life.


Description

Governance & Portfolio Management

  • Support portfolio governance activities, including performance reviews, executive reviews, and business reviews
  • Develop and maintain executive dashboards, KPI scorecards, and leadership reporting
  • Analyze performance trends, capacity, resource utilization, and financial indicators
  • Support forecasting, resource planning, and tracking of organizational priorities
  • Ensure the quality, consistency, and accuracy of management information used in decision-making processes
  • Review portfolio, project, and program health and provide recommendations to improve execution, predictability, and business outcomes
  • Identify risks, issues, and trends requiring leadership attention
  • Act as an advisor to Project Managers and Delivery Leaders on governance, planning, forecasting, and reporting practices
  • Promote consistent governance and portfolio management practices across the organization

Strategic & Executive Support

  • Prepare executive presentations, business analyses, and governance materials
  • Support leadership in planning, performance management, and decision-making activities
  • Perform analysis and provide data-driven recommendations
  • Track actions and decisions resulting from executive reviews and governance forums
  • Prepare business cases, strategic assessments, and recommendations for senior leadership
  • Provide an independent perspective on portfolio health, capacity constraints, delivery risks, and execution challenges

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Engineering, Project Management, Finance, or a related field
  • Minimum of 8 to 12 years of relevant experience
  • Experience in portfolio management, governance, business analysis, PMO, or project management
  • Experience supporting executive leadership and senior stakeholders
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; Power BI

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
  • Fluency in English and French
  • Knowledge of the aviation industry and Flightscape products and solutions

Benefits

  • Group Insurance
  • Telemedicine Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Group RRSP
  • CAE Pension Plan/Defined Benefit Plan
  • Sabbatical Leave
  • Flex Time
  • Enhanced Parental Leave

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About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

       

Position Type                      Regular

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

CAE is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, nationality, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by law. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available—contact your recruiter or email [email protected] if needed.

Data Privacy

Privacy Statement | CAE

As part of our process, we may use AI‑supported tools to help review applications, with human decision‑making at every step. CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Engineering, Project Management, Finance, or a related field
  • 8 to 12 years of relevant experience
  • Experience in portfolio management, governance, business analysis, PMO, or project management
  • Experience supporting executive leadership and senior stakeholders
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
  • Fluency in English and French
  • Knowledge of the aviation industry and Flightscape products and solutions
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The Company
HQ: Montreal, Quebec
10,806 Employees
Year Founded: 1947

What We Do

CAE is a high technology company, at the leading edge of digital immersion, providing solutions to make the world a safer place. Backed by a record of 75 years of industry firsts, we continue to reimagine the customer experience and revolutionize training and operational support solutions in civil aviation, defense and security, and healthcare. We are the partner of choice to customers worldwide who operate in complex, high-stakes and largely regulated environments, where successful outcomes are critical. Testament to our customers’ ongoing needs for our solutions, over 60 percent of CAE’s revenue is recurring in nature. We have the broadest global presence in our industry, with approximately 13,000 employees, 180 sites and training locations in over 35 countries

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