OPEN: Project Leader

Cpus Engineering Staffing Solutions Inc.; Pickering; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering staffing solutions company is seeking a Project Leader to oversee and coordinate multiple projects within heavy industry. The role involves managing all project phases, ensuring adherence to governance, and leading matrix teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in project management principles, excellent communication skills, and experience in managing complex projects. The position is 100% onsite in Pickering, Ontario.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of project management principles across all phases.
• Understanding of economics and business principles for cost estimation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate project management stages from initiation to closeout.
• Manage project activities ensuring safety, quality, budget, and schedule targets.
• Oversee contract management processes and maintain stakeholder communication.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

4-year university degree

Post-secondary courses in project management

Job description

We are currently requesting resumes for the following position

Position: Project Leader

Resume Due Date: Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Job ID: 25-084

Number of Vacancies: 10

Level: MP2, MP3, and MP4

Duration: 36 Months

Hours: 35 Hours per week

Location: 889 Brock Road, Pickering

Work Mode: 100% onsite

Job Overview

Lead and coordinate assigned project(s) within multidiscipline project portfolios, ensuring effective organization, documentation, and governance adherence. Lead matrix project teams and oversee project lifecycle from initiation to closeout.

Job Duties

1. Organize, coordinate, and control all project management stages in accordance with governance, from initiation to closeout.
2. Utilize approved project management processes for scope, schedule, cost, risk, and communication management.
3. Manage project activities throughout their lifecycle, ensuring safety, quality, budget, and schedule targets are met.
4. Contribute to project background documentation, scope reviews, business case preparations, and funding approvals.
5. Review and develop project charters, work scopes, estimates, schedules, risk management plans, and contractual specifications.
6. Develop cost and schedule control structures, gather stakeholder input, and coordinate necessary approvals.
7. Define labor requirements, coordinate design clarifications, and participate in procurement processes.
8. Lead meetings with designers, suppliers, and contractors; monitor project progress and manage changes.
9. Resolve issues to ensure project deliverables; manage scope, schedule, and cost changes.
10. Oversee contract management processes; coordinate roles and ensure communication among teams.
11. Maintain stakeholder communication, facilitate meetings, and prepare project turnover documentation.
12. Visit project sites and suppliers; observe and report on manufacturing and installation progress.
13. Stay informed of technological and industry advancements; communicate best practices.

Qualifications

Education

• Knowledge of project management principles across all phases.
• Understanding of economics and business principles for cost estimation and forecasting.
• Typically requires a 4-year university degree in a relevant field plus post-secondary courses in project management and economics or equivalent experience.

Experience and Skills

• Experience in project development, planning, bidding, execution, and closeout.
• Ability to manage conflicting priorities and complex projects in heavy industry or generating stations.
• Knowledge of cost accounting, contracting, construction standards, and safety regulations.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders and tight schedules.

Our client values diversity and encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, and women. We are committed to an inclusive environment and will provide accommodations during the application process.