Engineering Project Manager

ALTEN Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance and retirement plans

4 weeks vacation

Corporate discounts

Professional development plans

Job summary

ALTEN Canada seeks a seasoned Project Manager/Facilities Engineer to lead GMP-regulated pharma facility expansions. You will oversee scope, timelines, budgets, and regulatory alignment, coordinating with contractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure compliant, on-time delivery.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in GMP environments, strong communication, and experience with project coordination on multi-discipline construction projects valued above $100k. P.Eng or PMP are a plus.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in GMP environment as facilities engineer or project management related to pharma GMP.
• PM or Project coordinator experience on projects $100k+.

Responsibilities

• Review project scope, timelines, and milestones to keep the project on track.
• Coordinate with Contractors and Vendors to meet specifications.
• Manage schedules across disciplines (construction, electrical, HVAC) to avoid delays.
• Monitor the budget and ensure costs stay within approved limits.
• Ensure GMP compliance in design and construction per regulatory guidelines.

Skills

PM experience

Communication

Vendor coordination

Autonomy

Education

P.Eng

PMP

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Job description

In just three decades, ALTEN has become a global leader in Research & Development, Engineering, IT Services, Life Sciences, and Network Services. With a presence in more than 30 countries and a team of over 60,000 employees, we are trusted by industry leaders worldwide to deliver pioneering solutions and drive technical excellence.

ALTEN CANADA, a proud subsidiary of ALTEN headquartered in France, is dedicated to serving the Canadian market. With offices in Montreal and Toronto, we combine global expertise with local insight to accelerate innovation across Canada.

At ALTEN CANADA, our consultants thrive on solving complex, highly technical challenges across diverse industries. From Life Sciences to Energy, Automation to Manufacturing, Aviation, Defence. Automotive, Rail and Transportation to Information Systems and Telecommunications, our unwavering commitment to excellence shaping the future of technology and industry.

Context of the project:

• Pharmaceutical facility expansions
• Construction projects (office renovations)

Day-to-day activities:

• The PM will regularly review the project scope, timelines, and milestones to ensure that the project is on track.
• Coordination with Contractors and Vendors: They liaise with construction teams, architects, equipment suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure project specifications are met.
• Schedule Management: Ensuring that all teams (construction, electrical, HVAC, etc.) are aligned on schedules and that dependencies between tasks are well managed to avoid delays.
• Monitor Expenses: They review and manage the project’s budget, ensuring costs remain within approved limits.
• Ensure GMP Compliance: In a pharmaceutical facility, expansions must adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). The PM ensures that the design and construction meet regulatory guidelines for cleanliness, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Inspections and Audits: They may coordinate internal audits or external regulatory inspections (Health Canada, FDA) to ensure that everything meets pharmaceutical compliance requirements.
• Documentation Management: Managing detailed documentation (design specs, validation reports, as-built drawings, etc.) to ensure everything is traceable and complies
• Site Walkthroughs and Inspections: Regular walkthroughs with contractors ensure that work is progressing according to plan, and that quality and safety standards are upheld. This includes checking on equipment installations, construction progress, and other key milestones.
• Review of Engineering Designs: PMs often review and approve technical designs (HVAC systems, cleanroom designs, water and waste systems, etc.) to ensure compliance with industry standards and operational requirements.
• Equipment Integration: Coordinating the integration of pharmaceutical equipment (autoclaves, filtration systems, reactors) into the facility layout to ensure operational efficiency

Candidate requirements

Must-haves

• 3-5 years of experience in the GMP environment as a facilities engineer or project management related to facilities in the pharma GMP environment
• Must have PM or Project coordinator experience working on projects $100k+
• Must have great communication skills and outgoing personality as they will be interacting with multiple vendors, contractors

Nice to have:

P.Eng, PMP

• Tools / software / methodology / certification: MS Office, knowledge of AutoCad is nice to have
• Soft skills: Autonomous, must be able to work on their own. Looking for someone who has a problem-solver mindset.
• Seniority level: 3-5 years of experience

Why Join Us?

ALTEN Canada fosters a dynamic, collaborative work environment where every team member is empowered to reach their full potential. We are deeply committed to investing in our people by offering meaningful experiences and supporting continuous learning, growth, and career development.

As part of our dedication to employee well-being, we provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Collective insurance and group retirement savings plans
• 4 weeks of vacation starting from year one
• Corporate discounts and team-building activities
• Tailored professional development plans

At ALTEN Canada, your skills are celebrated, your ambitions supported, and your growth continuously nurtured. Join us and discover the difference of working with a company that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence, where endless possibilities await.

ALTEN CANADA is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide a work environment where every individual feels welcomed, valued, and respected, allowing them to thrive to their full potential. This includes our dedication to offer accessibility measures to those who require them. Should you require any accommodation during our recruitment process, please reach out to us.

Alten uses artificial intelligence tools to support certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process, such as interview note-taking and résumé formatting. These tools do not make hiring decisions. Candidate consent is always obtained prior to use.

In accordance with our compensation practices, ALTEN is providing the salary range associated with this opportunity. Final compensation will be determined after considering several factors, including professional experience, skill set, educational background, certifications, and geographic market conditions. The current target salary range for this role is $90,000 to $120,000 per year.

This job posting corresponds to an active and immediate vacancy currently open with one of Alten’s clients.