Project Manager

PositionProject ManagerLocation: Cambridge, CanadaType: Full-TimeOverviewWho We Are: Since 1992, Powerhouse Controls has been on a mission to be recognized as a world-class, single-source drive and automation systems integration supplier. We bring exceptional technical and engineering experience, and we are defined by passion, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering the best solution. We seek individuals who embody innovation, collaboration, and integrity to help shape the future of control systems and automation.Position Overview: Reporting to the Director of Hardware, Drives and Manufacturing, the Project Manager is accountable for successful planning and execution of projects from inception to completion. The Project Manager leads, directs, and exercises functional authority over all project aspects, including planning, organizing, budgeting, and reporting. In this role, they ensure project goals are accomplished on schedule and within budget while upholding quality and safety standards. The Project Manager should produce high-quality output without requiring guidance or review.What You’ll DoProcess and Procedures:Support and develop project management procedures, tools and templates, and checklists to enhance and improve project effectiveness and reporting capabilitiesManage projects and project teams in accordance with all applicable proceduresTeamwork & Collaboration:Collaborate with sales, customers, management, engineering, procurement, and fabrication teams to execute projects with a high level of customer service, efficiency, and flexibility.Support, coordinate and direct multi-disciplined project teams and any sub-contracted tradesBe a role model and mentor for CoordinatorsRisk Management:Identify and assess potential and realized project risks related to cost, schedule and qualityAnalyze data and trends to proactively detect risks, threats and opportunitiesDevelop and implement a comprehensive Risk Mitigation Plan with Project Team Members, Management and StakeholdersCommunicate Risk Mitigation Plan and status updates to Project Team, Management, and Sales & ApplicationsAssist in mitigation efforts and drive resolution to ensure optimal project performanceCustomer Management:Act as the lead customer interface and advocate, providing regular and clear communication on project plans, issues, changes, and statusMaintain a client-focused approach, aiming for exceptional customer experiences and satisfactionCollaborate with the Customer Account Manager to proactively manage customer concerns and escalate when requiredChange Management:Implement and manage changes to meet project outputs, and communicate changes to the Project TeamDefine project scope for internal and customer-driven changesEnsure Change Order Requests (CORs) for all customer changes are submitted, approved, and executed after receipt or purchase orderAdherence to the Project Lifecycle:Pre-Award (Quotation) Phase:Assist Sales & Applications with new projects and quotations, including reviewing the Sales Risk Assessment and PM labour estimatesAssist Sales & Applications with customer interaction during quotation phasePrepare initial high-level project schedule, estimating timing for key milestonesInitiation/Kick-Off Phase:Review project details from Sales Quotation phase, including commercial details, quote, customer PO, project costing and budget, specifications and requirements, scope of workPrepare a Preliminary Project ScheduleConduct Sales Turnover, Internal Kick-off, and Customer Kick-off meetings to review all project details with management, project teams, stakeholders, and customerSetup Project SharePoint Site, folders, and templatesPlanning Phase:Develop the Project Plan, including scope, goals, WBS, tasks, and deliverablesDevelop budget allocations for labour and materialsCreate a detailed, baselined project schedule and identify critical path tasksEnsure sufficient resources and collaborate with leads to meet scheduleIdentify and secure third-party resources and sub-contractorsExecution, Monitor & Control:Regularly review project cost accruals, variances, forecasts, schedules, risks and milestonesTrack and trend project performance using tools (Excel, schedule tools, ERP)Manage financial performance to ensure profitability targetsEnsure quality guidelines are followed and document issues with action plansCoordinate onsite safety and compliance with applicable codes and standardsConduct regular project team meetings and issue weekly status updatesTrack deliverables across multiple projects and collaborate with engineering, procurement, and fabrication to manage day-to-day schedulingNavigate competing priorities and maintain a solutions-focused approachDirect Project Teams to execute projects consistentlyEnsure scope of work and key deliverables are accomplished with documentationObtain customer approvals to enable payment milestones and close projectsMonitor and report progress to key stakeholders and ensure timely invoicingProject Closeout:Submit final billing and invoices on timeComplete Lessons Learned and review final budget performance for continuous improvementNote: The key accountabilities are not an exhaustive list and other duties may be assigned as needed.What You BringBachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant field of study preferred5+ years’ experience managing multiple simultaneous engineering and technical projects5+ years’ experience in a leadership role, managing multidisciplinary teamsAbility to manage medium-large-sized projects with mid-to-high level complexityProject Management Professional (PMP) certification is considered an asset; formal PM training and active PMP pursuit preferredExperience organizing multi-discipline sub tradesProficiency with schedules, workflows and Gantt charts, MS Excel, ERP systems, and PM software toolsKnowledge of engineering drawings, language & documentation is an assetExperience in Automation and/or Drives Systems integration is a plusMust possess a valid Driver’s License and passport for travelOpportunity AwaitsIf you’re ready to empower industry through practical innovation and take on a pivotal role in a company redefining industrial automation, we want to hear from you. Apply today to help build a future where innovation and excellence drive success.Powerhouse Controls is committed to providing a barrier-free interview process and accommodating applicants’ needs in accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the process, please contact our recruitment team. #J-18808-Ljbffr