Director Project Management

itec group Inc.; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Ontario is seeking an experienced professional to oversee their Project Management Office. The role involves managing a team of ~20 employees and delivering large, complex, and regulated projects. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in project-based organizations, strong leadership skills, and expertise in contract management. PMP certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in a project-based organization.
• Experience in automated machinery and regulated industries.
• PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Project Management Office with ~20 employees.
• Deliver large, complex, and regulated projects.
• Manage budgets and ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

Project management fundamentals

Leadership

Client relationship management

Contract management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Overview

THE ROLE: This role will be overseeing the Project Management Office of ~20 employees (Project Managers, Project Coordinators, and Project Controls Specialists).

Responsible for delivering large, complex, and regulated projects ($1M–$150M) through governance oversight, budget management, team development, and cross-functional collaboration. Serves as the “voice of the customer,” ensuring quality, compliance, and on-time delivery while working closely with engineering, manufacturing, QA, and commercial teams.

Must Have Skills/Experience

• 10+ years’ experience in a project-based organization
• Automated Machinery, highly regulated industry experience a MUST
• Mastery of project management fundamentals (scheduling, earned value, budget control, change management)
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing multidisciplinary teams
• Complex contract management expertise
• Excellent client relationship skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
• PMP certification preferred