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Subcontract Manager - Job Opportunity at ABB

Quebec City, Canada
Full-time
Senior
Posted: April 6, 2025
On-site
CAD 120,000 - 160,000 per year based on senior level, technical complexity, and Quebec market conditions

Benefits

Comprehensive retirement plan with company matching
Enhanced accident insurance coverage
Premium healthcare plan with extensive coverage
Progressive wellbeing program designed for work-life balance
Industrial security clearance sponsorship
Military reservist support with 15 paid training days
Extended leave provisions for military operations

Key Responsibilities

Strategic oversight of supplier contracts ranging from $50k to $10M
Leadership of complex aerospace and defense projects through external partnerships
Contract negotiation and drafting for high-stakes technical projects
Risk management and cost control across multi-stakeholder initiatives
Alignment of supplier deliverables with space agency requirements
Cross-functional coordination with legal, procurement, and technical teams
Project lifecycle management from submission through closure

Requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or other relevant field

Experience

At least 10 years of experience in project management, contract management, subcontracting, and negotiation

Required Skills

Technical SOW and WBS management Master planning expertise Payment milestone management Bilingual proficiency in English and French International project management Contract negotiation Stakeholder management Risk management

Certifications

PMP (Asset) Industrial Security Level 2 clearance (Required) Controlled Goods certification (Required)
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Industry Trends

The aerospace and defense contracting sector is experiencing significant growth due to increased government space initiatives and private sector space exploration Environmental monitoring technologies, particularly for greenhouse gas emissions, are becoming critical in global climate action efforts Integration of commercial space technologies with defense applications is creating new opportunities for specialized project management roles

Role Significance

Core team of 5-8 direct reports with extended influence over 20-30 external contractor personnel
Senior strategic position with direct influence on multi-million dollar project outcomes and organizational relationships with space agencies

Key Projects

Space-based environmental monitoring systems Defense optical sensor development International space agency collaborations Complex industrial analysis solutions

Success Factors

Deep understanding of aerospace/defense contract requirements and compliance frameworks Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments including government agencies Strong technical background combined with business acumen Cultural awareness for international project management

Market Demand

High demand driven by expanding space sector investments and increasing complexity of international defense projects

Important Skills

Critical Skills

Contract management expertise in highly regulated industries Technical project management in aerospace/defense Cross-cultural communication skills Risk management in high-stakes projects

Beneficial Skills

Space industry technical knowledge Government procurement experience International trade compliance understanding Environmental monitoring systems knowledge

Unique Aspects

Rare combination of space agency work with commercial applications
Direct involvement in environmental monitoring technology development
Strong military-friendly policies including reservist support
Significant international project exposure with European Space Agency collaboration potential

Career Growth

3-5 years in role before advancement, depending on project success and organizational growth

Potential Next Roles

Director of Program Management Head of Space Systems Division Chief Contracts Officer International Operations Director

Company Overview

ABB

ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, consistently ranked among Canada's top employers with significant presence in advanced engineering

Industry leader in spectroscopy and space optical sensors, largest Canadian supplier in its specialized market segment
Major engineering employer in Quebec with strategic importance in Canadian aerospace sector
Innovation-focused environment emphasizing collaboration, diversity, and sustainable technology development
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