Technical Project Manager

Career Opportunity

GeoSpectrum is growing and has a new career opportunity for an experienced Technical Project Manager!

Reporting to the Hardware Development Manager, the Technical Project Manager is a key role within our organization. This position helps move our Agile practices forward while empowering the Hardware Development team to do their best work. You’ll play an important part in connecting strategic planning with the team’s day‑to‑day capacity.

This on-site role is ideal for someone who excels at coaching, encourages continuous improvement, and knows how to balance flexible Agile delivery with dependable, long term planning.

About Us

GeoSpectrum Technologies was founded in 1994 by friends who wanted to work together and build a collaborative workplace where employees take pride in contributing to cutting‑edge technology from concept to delivery. Based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, we design and manufacture state‑of‑the‑art underwater acoustic components, transducers, and end‑to‑end systems for maritime surveillance and exploration. Serving clients across ocean science, defence, and oil and gas industries, we are known for our innovation and for delivering reliable, customized solutions that exceed customer expectations. Over three decades, our core values have shaped a supportive and creative environment that emphasizes employee engagement, technical excellence, and strong customer relationships.

To learn more about who we are and what it’s like to work at GeoSpectrum, we invite you to watch our company video by visiting www.geospectrum.ca.

Responsibilities

Within Hardware Development

• Partner with the Technical Product Owner to make Agile ceremonies focused, meaningful, and effective.
• Remove obstacles and create the conditions for a motivated, high performing team.
• Shield teams from unnecessary interruptions so they can stay focused on delivery.
• Support cross‑team alignment and integration planning.
• Encourage a culture of continuous improvement and open, constructive feedback.

Within Sonar Products

• Coach teams, Product Owners, and stakeholders on Agile principles and best practices.
• Support and advance Agile transformation initiatives across departments.
• Strengthen coordination and alignment across multiple teams.
• Promote a culture of learning, collaboration, and ongoing feedback.

Capacity‑Based Roadmap Planning

• Work with Product Management and Delivery Leadership to build and maintain a realistic, capacity‑driven product roadmap.
• Forecast delivery timelines using team velocity and historical performance data.
• Ensure work is planned in line with available team capacity, accounting for holidays, team changes, and technical debt.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize work based on value, risk, and effort.

Project / Program Support

• Coordinate and support requests from Program Delivery teams to Hardware Development.
• Ensure hardware initiatives align with broader program objectives.
• Facilitate effective cross‑team communication and integration planning.
• Support Research and Development projects involving external customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong understanding of Agile frameworks, including Kanban and Scrum. 
• Demonstrated experience in capacity planning, forecasting, and roadmap management. 
• Experience working with distributed or cross functional teams is considered an asset. 
• Strong facilitation, communication, and conflict resolution skills. 
• Hands on experience with Agile planning tools such as Jira.

Security Requirements

All candidates must be eligible to apply for and maintain Canadian Controlled Goods and Canadian Government Security Clearances.

Total Rewards

We recognize that our people are our most valuable asset. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and long term success. It includes a competitive base salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, paid time off, opportunities for professional development, and programs that recognize and reward your contributions.

We offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Work-life balance with core hours
• Paid time off
• Employee-family assistance program
• Group plan benefits
• Virtual healthcare
• RRSP matching
• Corporate discounts and perks
• Career development opportunities
• Professional development and training
• Monthly activities led by Social Committee
• Employee driven wellness and activity initiatives
• Free on-site parking

Professional Development

GeoSpectrum is committed to creating an environment where colleagues can thrive both professionally and personally, while advancing cutting edge underwater acoustic technology. You’ll engage in regular development and performance discussions with your manager, have access to an online learning platform, and benefit from mentoring programs designed to strengthen your skills and open doors to new opportunities in your field.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, opportunities for growth are equitable, and every colleague can reach their full potential. At GeoSpectrum Technologies, we hire and develop talented individuals who drive innovation.

Accommodation

GeoSpectrum Technologies is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce where every employee can bring their best self to work. We encourage applicants from all qualified individuals, including underrepresented individuals who identify as African Nova Scotian, racially visible, Indigenous persons, LGBTQIA2S+, persons with disabilities, and women. GeoSpectrum will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.  If you are a member of an equity group, we encourage you to self-identify on either your application form, covering letter, or resume.

Apply Today

While we sincerely thank all applicants for taking the time to apply, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at
jobs@geospectrum.ca.