Assistant Project Manager

Artitalia Group Inc; Montréal-Est; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Montréal, QC seeks an Assistant Project Manager to manage client projects, ensuring quality and timely delivery. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering or design and 2–4 years of relevant experience. This role provides an opportunity to work closely with experienced mentors in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in project management, estimation, procurement, design, or engineering.
• Experience managing projects from prototype to production run.
• Experience in manufacturing or architectural environments.

Responsibilities

• Work cross-functionally with clients controlling time, cost, quality, and scope.
• Lead and document key meetings and translate client requirements into actionable plans.
• Monitor production progress and raise red flags when risks appear.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Change management

Monitoring production progress

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or Interior Design

CAPM or PMP certification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Assistant Project Manager

Location: Montréal, QC

About the Role

This is the perfect opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in manufacturing project management, surrounded by experienced mentors and a collaborative team culture. We’re looking for a motivated and hands-on Assistant Project Manager with a technical background in wood and metal manufacturing who’s eager to learn our processes, grow within the role, and take ownership of real projects in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Work cross-functionally and directly with clients while controlling time, cost, quality, and scope
• Lead and document key meetings: handover, kickoff, sample reviews, production reviews, and closing.
• Translate client requirements into clear, actionable plans
• Monitor production progress, materials, and QC checkpoints; raise red flags proactively when risks appear.
• Oversee change management and assess cost/time impacts when needed.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, GCs, and designers, balancing the Voice of Customer (VOC) with the Voice of Process (VOP).
• Support site coordination and installation follow-up when required.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in: Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or Interior Design.
• CAPM or PMP certification (asset)

Experience

• 2–4 years of experience in project management, estimation, procurement, design, or engineering within a manufacturing or architectural environment (fixtures, millwork, metal fabrication, or similar)
• Experience managing projects from prototype to production run (retail, hospitality, or material handling industries is a plus)
• Experience with ERP systems (an asset).