PROJECT MANAGER, MAJOR VESSELS

Fleet Renewal

Victoria 
 

The Opportunity 
 In order to address the challenges brought on by constrained system capacity, aging major assets, and environmental sustainability, BC Ferries is launching a new Fleet Renewal program that will see a large number of new major and minor vessels introduced to the fleet in the near term as well as significant builds and upgrades to shore-based infrastructure and facilities. BC Ferries also intends to undertake an ambitious program of system electrification, enabling large parts of our ferry system to operate on a cleaner and more sustainable energy source. These projects together form the largest capital investment in the company’s history.  

This role is responsible for managing challenging and complex projects, working with diverse stakeholder groups and regulatory agencies, and delivering results in operationally complex work environments.  From project initiation to close-out, the project manager completes a comprehensive range of tasks and activities including planning, design development, budget and schedule management, construction management, corporate reporting, and commissioning and handover responsibilities.  The project manager also provides professional support to departmental and organizational leadership and provides coaching and mentoring to new or junior staff including project coordinators. 

The Project Manager, Major Vessels directly supports the Program Manager and Senior Project Manager in the procurement of BC Ferries’ New Major Vessels (NMV), which will replace four legacy major vessels currently in operation. The individual in this role is expected to oversee assigned projects and activities including the vessel’s transit to British Columbia and its transition into service on BC Ferries’ major routes.

In addition, this role will oversee other assigned activities related to major-vessel procurement, as directed by the Program Manager and/or Senior Project Manager.

This role may be required to travel/work abroad at shipyards for extended periods of time.

The Role 

Reporting to the Program Manager, Major Vessels, and working directly with the Senior Project Manager, this role is integral to the achievement of company objectives and contributes value through key areas of oversight such as: 

• Managing new vessel projects from initiation and design development to construction and commissioning;
• Initiating feasibility studies and preliminary field investigations, developing and managing project scope, schedule, budget, and resources;
• Facilitating and completing thorough design reviews, value engineering, and other workshops with required stakeholders to ensure project objectives are achieved in a cost-effective way;
• Leading development, writing, and presentation of project business cases, Fleet Renewal Board updates, various status reports, and other project governance documentation;
• Ensuring a high degree of professionalism throughout all activities, consistent with corporate standards and processes;
• Monitoring expenditures, controlling spending, and producing forecasts;
• Providing technical assistance to Fleet Renewal and the BCFS organization;
• Facilitating capital planning with various internal departments and stakeholders;
• Leading and coaching project coordinators;
• Supporting other departments in the planning, communication, and implementation of alternate ferry service plans when/if service is interrupted during projects;
• Providing contract administration, site supervision, document control, and other related functions;

What you bring to the team 

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Naval Architecture, or closely related discipline
• Professional Engineer (P. Eng)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• 7-9 years of project management experience
• 7-9 years of engineering, ship design, or other related industry experience
• Working fluency in Mandarin considered an asset
• A combination of relevant knowledge, education, and experience may be considered

Join us!

If this sounds like your next great career move, please submit your resume and cover letter by February 16, 2026 at 11:59pm.

Additional Information

The target salary range: $105,200 - $131,500 per annum. The starting salary is determined based on the successful candidate’s knowledge and experience, and on internal equity.

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At BC Ferries, our employees are our most important assets in delivering our commitment to customer safety, service, and satisfaction. We support employment equity and diversity in the workplace, and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.