Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Materials Engineering
Master's degree in Engineering is an asset
5+ years of project management experience, ideally in Industrial Equipment or Food Processing/Beverage sectors
Strong leadership and team development skills
Solid understanding of project management methodologies and tools
Experience in establishing and managing a PMO
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Analytical mindset for data-driven decision-making
Responsibilities
Hire, train, and develop project coordinators and managers
Review and distribute new projects based on team workload and experience
Support project managers in monitoring project milestones and performance
Oversee change management throughout projects
Ensure accuracy in internal project management systems and suggest improvements
Establish project KPIs and report them to senior management
Represent the department in cross-functional project meetings
Create and implement policies for effective project management processes
Manage customer interactions to ensure satisfaction
Conduct bi-annual performance interviews and develop growth plans
Benefits
Opportunity for professional development and training
Collaborative workplace culture
Impactful role in shaping project management processes
Access to senior management for KPI reporting insights
Opportunity to exhibit leadership in a diverse industrial sector
Full Job Description
Job Responsibilities
Hire, train and professionally develop project coordinators and project manager
Review incoming new projects and distribute to Project Managers and Project Coordinator based on workload and experience
Ensure the success of projects by supporting project manager with review and monitoring of critical milestones. Monitor and control project performance, identify bottlenecks and resolve issues
Ensure proper change management is followed throughout the project process
Maintain quality of internal project management system by ensuring accuracy and suggest and implement improvements
Establish project KPIs and provide KPI reporting to senior management
Represent the Project Management department in project meetings with other departments
Establish policies and procedures for the Project Management department, train and implement effective reporting and process check mechanisms within the team to ensure consistency of executive of internal project management methodologies
Manage key customer interface to ensure customer satisfaction
Execute bi-annual performance interviews with project managers/coordinators and create development plans to grow the PMOs capability
Other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Materials Engineering
Master's degree in engineering seen as an asset
5+ years of experience in project management, preferably within the Industrial Equipment Manufacturing Sector and Food Processing/Beverage Sector
Strong leadership and managerial skills, with a track record of successfully leading and developing project management teams
Solid understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices
Proven experience in establishing and managing a PMO or similar project management functions
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to facilitate collaboration and resolve conflicts
Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions, solve complex problems, identify, and mitigate project risks and issues
Familiarity with quality management systems, regulatory compliance, and relevant industry standards
PMP Project Management Institute Accreditation or in progress is preferred
P. Eng Accreditation or in progress is preferred
Occasional travel to client job sites from time to time
