Join Honeywell in Ottawa, ON as a Sr. Program Specialist, Building Automation! Use your project management and organizational skills to be responsible for managing various construction projects in the commercial and institutional sectors.
As a Sr. Program Specialist, Building Automation here at Honeywell, you will be responsible for managing and executing complex programs within the Building Automation (BA) business unit. You will play a key role in driving the success of our projects and ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions to our customers. With your expertise in program management, you will contribute to the growth and profitability of the business.
You will report directly to our Sr. Program Specialist and you'll work out of Ottawa, ON location on a hybrid work schedule.
Your projects will vary in scope and will therefore require in-depth knowledge of the construction field, particularly in building automation or mechanical.
ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities:
- Manage project schedules and budgets while ensuring that contractual requirements and technical specifications are met and aligned with client expectations.
- Proactively coordinate and plan workforce, material orders, and subcontractor installations.
- Review all contractual documents relating to the work.
- Assess, manage, and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Report on project progress to the project manager.
- Evaluate subcontractor performance.
- Direct and monitor the performance of technical teams on-site to ensure project objectives are met efficiently and effectively
- Prepare end-of-project documents and warranties.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Ensure customer satisfaction by providing 5-star service through advice and recommendations to clients.
- Health, safety, and statutory compliance: Conduct hazard and risk assessments for all tasks in accordance with Honeywell policy and regulatory requirements
- The selected candidate will need to obtain the necessary safety approvals required by the clients.
Benefits of working for Honeywell
- Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and mental health coverage
- Paid vacation and statutory holidays in accordance with Canadian labor standards
- Retirement plan (based on regional policy)
- Opportunities for career growth within a global organization
- Professional development programs and continuous learning opportunities
YOU MUST HAVE:
- 5+ years of experience in program management or project management
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in one or more of the following fields: building automation, controls, security, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire, contracts, and construction.
- Valid G driver’s license
- Ability to acquire Secret Federal Government Clearances for worksites in Kanata.
- Capacity to travel up to 30% within the province
WE VALUE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or MBA in Engineering or Business Management
- Previous experience in building control systems.
- Knowledge of security and fire alarm systems.
- Ability to work as part of a team and a client- and process-focused approach.
- Project Management Certification (PMP).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially in cross-functional collaboration, facilitation, and negotiation.
- Ability to proactively manage multiple projects, tight deadline and effectively prioritize to ensure nothing is overlooked
- Good organization and flexibility for managing multiple contracts.
- Demonstration of attention to detail, initiative, and professionalism in work.
- Willingness to exceed the expectations of internal and external clients, with a results-oriented attitude.
- Strong focus on continuous improvement, meeting commitments, and achieving results
- Experience in executing industrial projects is appreciated
- Good understanding of project management principles and best practices, with a successful track record in project execution
- Ability to work with limited supervision
ABOUT HONEYWELL
Honeywell International Inc. (Nasdaq: HON) invents and commercializes technologies that address some of the world’s most critical challenges around energy, safety, security, air travel, productivity, and global urbanization. We are a leading software-industrial company committed to introducing state of the art technology solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and safety in high growth businesses in broad-based, attractive industrial end markets. Our products and solutions enable a safer, more comfortable, and more productive world, enhancing the quality of life of people around the globe. Learn more about Honeywell: click here
THE BUSINESS UNIT
Honeywell Building Automation (BA) is a leading global provider of products, software, solutions, and technologies that enable building owners and occupants to ensure their facilities are safe, energy efficient, sustainable, and productive. BA products and services include advanced software applications for building control and optimization; sensors, switches, control systems, and instruments for energy management; access control; video surveillance; fire products; and installation, maintenance, and upgrades of systems. Revenues in 2022 for BA were $6B and there are approximately 18,000 employees globally.
Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. Learn more about inclusion and diversity :click here
About UsHoneywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world’s most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector’s transition from automation to autonomy.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of experience in program management or project management
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in building automation, controls, security, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire, contracts, or construction
- Valid G driver's license
- Ability to acquire Secret Federal Government Clearances for worksites in Kanata
- Capacity to travel up to 30% within the province
- Work from Ottawa, ON location on a hybrid schedule
- Obtain necessary client-required safety approvals and conduct hazard/risk assessments
- Review contractual documents and ensure health, safety, and statutory compliance
- Coordinate workforce, materials, and subcontractor installations; manage schedules and budgets
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are anchored by a strong 401(k) match with clear vesting and annual funding mechanics. Plan administration and education resources further reinforce long‑term savings support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time away provisions include company holidays, flexible vacation for many exempt roles, and paid sick time. These policies contribute meaningful breadth beyond base pay.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available to all parents with flexible usage options, and certain family‑building supports are included. Birth mothers can coordinate leave with short‑term disability for extended coverage.
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