Ecolab

NPI Project Manager

Ecolab$100K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years managing hardware-based NPI projects with team leadership experience.
  • Proven experience launching complex electromechanical systems in fast-paced environments.
  • Advanced stakeholder management and resource negotiation skills.
  • Strong command of PLM, ERP, project tools, and data visualization for reporting.
  • Experienced in mentoring Project Managers and influencing governance across organizations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead large, complex NPI and strategic improvement projects aligned with business goals.
  • Define project scope, requirements, schedules, budgets, and resource plans with minimal oversight.
  • Anticipate and mitigate execution risks across engineering and manufacturing functions.
  • Mentor Project Managers on best practices and communication strategies.
  • Drive performance through advanced use of project management tools and KPI tracking.
  • Apply structured change management processes to maintain project control.
  • Lead regular program reviews and executive briefings with data-driven insights.
  • Facilitate strategic coordination with global teams for resource alignment.

Benefits

  • Vacation and flex days, plus a company-wide holiday shutdown.
  • Comprehensive health benefits from day one including dental and optical coverage.
  • Casual yet professional dress policy.
  • Retention rewards for tenure with additional vacation and bonuses.
  • Company-funded RRSP contributions for long-term financial support.
Full Job Description

WHAT YOULL DO:

In this role you will report into the Product department and facilitate the execution of keyinternal and external development projects. Projects may include the development of our morecomplex Coolant Distribution Units (CDUs) and Passive Coolant Loops (PCLs), and larger continuousimprovement projects. This role sets project execution standards, mentors other Project Managers,
and ensures project outcomes drive business value and competitive advantage. This is a greatopportunity for highly skilled Project Managers with experience in the Advanced Technology sector.


As a Senior Project Manager, you will:

  • Own the definition, planning, and execution of project scope, requirements, timelines, andbudgets for complex, cross-functional initiatives.
  • Lead and align multidisciplinary teamsincluding mechanical, electrical, software,manufacturing, test, supply chain, and productionto ensure seamless project delivery.
  • Drive proactive risk management, quality assurance, and KPI tracking to achieve projectobjectives related to schedule, cost, and performance.
  • Apply sound project governance to control scope changes and maintain alignment with businessand customer goals.
  • Act as a central point of accountability for communication, issue resolution, and stakeholderalignment across the full project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

  • Lead large, complex NPI and strategic improvement projects, driving alignment withbusiness objectives and technical innovation.
  • Define project scope, requirements, schedules, budgets, and resource plans with minimaloversight, ensuring cross-functional accountability.
  • Anticipate and mitigate execution risks across engineering, manufacturing, test, andsupply chain functions.
  • Mentor and support Project Managers in applying best practices, risk management, andcommunication strategies.
  • Drive performance through advanced use of project tools (e.g., MS Project, ClickUp),custom dashboards, and KPI tracking.
  • Apply structured change management processes to maintain project control andstakeholder trust.
  • Lead regular program reviews and executive briefings, escalating issues proactively withdata-driven insights.
  • Facilitate strategic coordination with global teams, including APAC, to support seamlesshandoffs and resource alignment.
  • Champion continuous improvement

WHO YOU ARE:

Basic Qualifications:

      • 10+ years of experience managing hardware-based NPI projects, including teamleadership across engineering disciplines.
      • Proven track record of launching complex electromechanical systems in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
      • Advanced skills in stakeholder management, resource negotiation, and cross-functionalalignment.
      • Strong command of PLM (e.g., Arena), ERP (e.g., NetSuite), project tools (e.g., MSProject, ClickUp), and data visualization for reporting.
      • Experience mentoring other PMs and influencing project governance and processmaturity across an organization.

      Preferred Qualifications:

      • Knowledge of software/firmware development coordination, GitHub, and MES tools isan asset.
      • PMP or equivalent certification strongly preferred.

      WHY COOLIT?

      We strive to be an employer of choice and as such we believe in rewarding our employees with career and development opportunities that willmaintainand strengthen our culture whilealigning toour vision and values.

      We are a company that is full of vibrant, innovative people who love what we do. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

      • Vacation and flex days, and paid company-wideshutdownduring the holiday season.
      • Comprehensive benefits including Dental, Drugs, Optical, Paramedical and Health Spending. These costs are covered by CoolIT and are enacted from your first day.
      • Dress for your day in a casual yet professional environment.
      • Retention rewards like The Big Coffee Break that reward tenure withadditionalvacation time and a monetary bonus.
      • Company-funded RRSP contributions to support your long-term financial goals.

      We thank every candidate inadvance,however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

      Successful candidates for this position willbe requiredto undergo background checks including criminal records check and education.

      About Ecolab

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      47,000 employees
      Market Cap
      $41 billion
      Industry
      Net Income
      -$1.2 billion
      Founded
      1923
      5 Year Trend
      -0.6%
      Revenue
      $11.7 billion
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