Project Manager

Ready Systems Industries Inc.; Burlington; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses tied to performance

Pension plan

Health and retirement benefits

Travel reimbursement

Job summary

Ready Systems is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead complex automation projects for manufacturing clients across North America. You will oversee scope, resources, commissioning, and final handover, serving as the primary contact between clients, internal teams, and suppliers to keep goals on track.

The role requires 5+ years in multidiscipline project leadership, engineering education, and strong client-facing skills. Travel 1–2 days/month is expected; a PMP is a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering from an accredited university or related field.
• 5+ years of multidisciplined project experience.
• 2–3 years of direct project management leadership experience.
• PMP or equivalent certification is a strong asset.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design, controls integration, and manufacturing operations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.
• Travel approx. 1–2 days per month.

Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end delivery of custom automation projects, from kick-off through final handover
• Partner cross-functionally with sales, engineering, and applications teams across all phases of the project lifecycle
• Develop comprehensive project plans encompassing milestones, functional specifications, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies
• Manage a broad stakeholder network including clients, vendors, and subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle
• Track and maintain project schedule, progress, and financial performance to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Lead regular status meetings and deliver clear, timely updates and reports to both internal teams and clients
• Uphold technical and performance standards, ensuring specifications are met or exceeded while proactively managing scope
• Coordinate commissioning and installation activities in collaboration with engineering and field teams
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to refine project delivery processes and elevate project management best practices

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Client-facing communication

Financial tracking

Travel readiness

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Office

ERP / project software

Job description

Burlington, Ontario | Onsite and Remote | CAD $110,000 – $140,000 + Benefits

Want to lead complex automation projects for manufacturing clients across North America?

This role is critical to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget—while maintaining the high client satisfaction Ready Systems is known for.

You’ll oversee a project from start to finish — covering scope, resources, commissioning, and final handover — while serving as the main point of contact between clients, internal teams, and suppliers to keep goals and deliverables on track.

Reports To: General Manager/PMO Manager
Direct Reports: Project teams

Key Responsibilities

• Drive end-to-end delivery of custom automation projects, from kick-off through final handover
• Partner cross-functionally with sales, engineering, and applications teams across all phases of the project lifecycle
• Develop comprehensive project plans encompassing milestones, functional specifications, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies
• Manage a broad stakeholder network including clients, vendors, and subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle
• Track and maintain project schedule, progress, and financial performance to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Lead regular status meetings and deliver clear, timely updates and reports to both internal teams and clients
• Uphold technical and performance standards, ensuring specifications are met or exceeded while proactively managing scope
• Coordinate commissioning and installation activities in collaboration with engineering and field teams
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to refine project delivery processes and elevate project management best practices

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Engineering from an accredited university or a related field
• At least 5+ years of experience working on multidisciplined projects in the engineering or related field
• At least 2-3 years of direct project management experience leading a multidisciplined team
• PMP, or equivalent, certification is a strong asset
• Strong understanding of mechanical design, controls integration, and manufacturing operations
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills
• Experience with project management software tools and financial tracking
• Ability to travel occasionally for client meetings, site visits, or commissioning (approx. 1–2 days/month)

Physical & Safety Tasks

All applicants must be able to perform the following tasks as part of their player-coach operational responsibilities:

• Walk up to 5 km per day during manufacturing floor oversight and plant walkthroughs.
• Stand and work at heights or navigate tight operational environments during commissioning phases.
• React quickly to visual and auditory factory alerts.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety footwear, safety eyewear, vests, and high-visibility gear during site visits.
• CAD $110,000 – $140,000
• Performance-linked bonuses aligned with the corporate strategy roadmap.
• Company-sponsored pension
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and retirement matching benefits.
• Paid travel and expenses.
• Opportunities for leadership development in a growing,innovation-focused company

About Ready Systems

Ready Systems is a powerhouse in specialized industrial automation, assembly solutions, and advanced material handling. Operating since 2007, we design and integrate complex conveyor systems, robotics, and PLC platforms across North America and Europe, with a dominant niche leadership in the high-stakes automotive seating vertical.

Why Join Ready Systems?

At Ready Systems, our goal is to be an ecosystem that makes us the preferred destination for the professionals we seek to hire. We strive to be a scalable, no B-S, organization built on repeatable, data-driven processes.

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Ready Systems welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities; accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

AI DisclosureReady Systemsdoes not use AI to screen, assess, or select candidates.

Vacancy DisclosureThis posting is for an existing vacancy.