Manager, PMO

Burloak Technologies, a division of Samuel, Son & Co, Limited. is a pioneering additive manufacturing (AM) metal technology company with an expectation of significant growth  as a leading company in the AM sector. If you're looking for a rewarding career opportunity with a family run, industry leading organization, bring your experience and motivated attitude to Samuel, Son & Co, Limited, we are seeking a dynamic Manager, PMO to lead cross-functional coordination and ensure successful project execution from order intake to delivery in a fast-growing, project-based environment.

LOCATION: 3280 South Service Road, Oakville, Ontario, CA L6L 0B1, On-site Position

 Here are some of the great benefits that we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Company paid health and dental benefits.
• Paid vacation 
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company match
• Opportunity for career stability and growth
• Protective personal equipment is provided, or cost of purchase is reimbursed.
• Affinity group for women 
• Flexibility with start and end times (depending on circumstances and position)
• Comprehensive on-the-job training

Key Responsibilities: 

Project Management

• Lead project execution and coordination across internal functions (Engineering, Operations, Quality, Supply Chain) and external customer interfaces to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of all projects.
• Maintain strong customer relationships from order entry through delivery, acting as the primary point of contact to ensure clear communication, alignment and satisfaction. 
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including work breakdown structures (WBS), schedules, milestones, risks, and resource allocation.
• Oversee the end-to-end order management process,  from contract review and order entry to product shipment.
• Monitor project progress by maintaining visibility of project status, proactively identifying risks, and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and development project planning.
• Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, including scope, cost, and justification records.

Operational and Capacity Planning

• Develop and manage the overall production capacity plan to support business growth and ensure resource alignment with customer demand.
• Coordinate with Operations and Supply Chain teams to optimize production scheduling, inventory, and material flow.
• Oversee shipping and receiving to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
• Establish and monitor key projects and operational KPIs to measure performance and continuous improvement. 

Business and Financial Management

• Monitor and analyze project financials, budgets, and forecasts; provide timely reports and insights to the leadership team.
• Ensure alignment between project execution and business revenue targets.
• Support strategic planning through capacity, cost, and profitability analysis.

Leadership and Continuous Improvement

• Establish and continuously improve PMO policies, processes, and tools and reporting systems
• Promote a culture of accountability, transparency and cross-functional collaboration. 
• Act as the alternate company security contact to ensure compliance with all applicable government security and organizational protection requirements. 
• Mentor and develop project coordinators or cross-functional team members in project management best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business/Commerce, or a related discipline.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading projects or programs in a manufacturing environment; experience in Aerospace, Space, or Defense sectors is an asset.
• Proven experience managing customer-engineered product lifecycles, from order intake through delivery.
• Strong working knowledge of:
  • Project management tools (e.g., MS Project)
  • ERP and MES systems
  • Capacity and production planning for custom, low-volume products
  • Revenue forecasting and business performance tracking
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, for reporting and analysis.
• Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and a collaborative, hands-on working style.
• Customer-focused and results-driven
• Strategic thinker with strong influencing and operational execution skills
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and change in a growing business. 
• High organized, detail-oriented and proactive
• Motivated self-starter and effective team leader. 

At Samuel we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and embracing a diverse workforce and creating an environment that is open and inclusive for everyone.