Assistant Project Manager

Ricardo Deutschland GmbH; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to oversee large-scale projects across Canada and the US. This role involves ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards while driving improvements in project management practices. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving, thriving in a dynamic environment. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this innovative firm offers flexible working arrangements, fostering a culture where every voice matters. Join a team dedicated to creating sustainable solutions that positively impact communities worldwide.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Wellbeing Programs

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in managing large/complex projects in a client services environment.
• Strong organizational and flexible approach to meet client demands.

Responsibilities

• Manage project portfolios ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Promote project management practices and ensure adherence to governance.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Related Field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Microsoft PowerPoint

Ricardo Rail’s Project Management Software

Job description

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Our vision is to create a safe and sustainable world

Ricardo plc is a global strategic, environmental, and engineering consulting company. With over 100 years of engineering excellence and employing close to 3,000 employees in more than 20 countries, we provide exceptional expertise in delivering leading-edge and innovative cross-sector sustainable products and solutions. Every day, we enable our customers to solve the most complex and dynamic challenges to help achieve a safe and sustainable world.

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Project Manager to deliver and manage large/complex projects across a portfolio for key clients in Canada and the US. The successful candidate will need to ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards, driving the programme of work to meet client needs. You will also identify areas for improvement and ensure Ricardo’s processes and governance are adhered to.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of large value projects, implementing and promoting Project Management principles such as change control, risk, financial, and documentation management.
• Plan and manage project implementation within the agreed requirements, budget, timelines, and customer satisfaction.
• Manage projects, team members, and suppliers, ensuring staff involvement and safe working conditions.
• Ensure delivery of contracted outputs to the required quality, evaluate project and supplier performance, and identify lessons for future improvement.
• Understand customer goals and how Ricardo can contribute to achieving them, both within and beyond current project activities.
• Manage projects in accordance with Ricardo's processes and governance.
• Promote and develop project management practices within Ricardo, utilizing best practices, tools, and techniques for effective and consistent work.

Key Competencies and Experience

• Experience working in a business/client services environment.
• Flexible, results-oriented approach to meet varying client and business demands.
• Strong organizational skills to handle multiple tasks and tight deadlines.
• Proactive problem-solving skills, with strong communication and diplomacy abilities for negotiation and influence.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, and Ricardo Rail’s project management software tools.
• Versatile and adaptable, able to operate under pressure to meet deadlines and ensure project success.

Progression Criteria – Project Manager

• Implement and promote Project Management principles such as resource planning.
• Conduct project cost analysis.
• Support the growth of the project organization, recruit necessary staff and resources, and make agreements with internal and external suppliers as needed.
• Monitor project progress, make adjustments, and negotiate changes with the customer.
• Establish strong, effective customer relationships and ensure high levels of customer service throughout the project.

Working Here

We foster an inclusive culture where every voice matters. We are diverse thinkers and doers, committed to supporting you in finding your place and making a positive impact through your work. Your expertise will help deliver innovative solutions that support communities worldwide in becoming safer and more sustainable.

Work-Life Balance

We offer flexible working arrangements, including remote, office, or hybrid work. We prioritize wellbeing to help employees flourish and reach their full potential.

Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, sex, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital or parental status, height, weight, national origin, citizenship, age, victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information, military or veteran status, or disability. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Next Steps

After submitting your application, our Recruitment Team will contact you. Please note that review timing varies based on application volume, and we may start reviewing applications before the closing date. Ricardo is a Disability Confident employer; please inform us at [e-mail] if you need adjustments during the recruitment process.