Senior Program Specialist

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.

Key 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.
• 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.

Qualifications

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 deadlines 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.