Project Manager

Systemex Industries Conseils; Laval (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Remote work

Competitive compensation

Insurance

Health Spending Account

Telemedicine

Group RRSP

Professional development

Job summary

Systemex Automation is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead large-scale automation and robotics initiatives within the PMO. You will coordinate between customers and internal teams, directing scope, cost, schedule, and quality to ensure successful delivery.

The role requires 8+ years in project management and strong leadership, with proficiency in French; English is also essential for collaboration with external partners. Flexible hours and remote work are available.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of project management experience overseeing complex technical projects.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and organizational skills with the ability to work independently and within a team.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and public speaking abilities across stakeholders.
• Fluency in French and good knowledge of English for internal/external communication.
• Dynamic, entrepreneurial, results-oriented mindset with multi-priority management.
• Proficiency in French is mandatory; English proficiency to collaborate with external partners.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of large-scale automation and robotics projects with cross-functional teams.
• Develop and monitor schedules, budgets, resources, and forecasts to meet milestones and quality goals.
• Mentor engineers and technicians; manage resources through matrix leadership.
• Resolve technical, operational, and project challenges using structured problem-solving approaches.
• Oversee design, programming, specifications, commissioning, and documentation to align with requirements.
• Present budgets and progress updates to management and keep projects on track.
• Foster strong customer relationships and identify opportunities for additional business with existing clients.
• Ensure governance and clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Negotiation

Problem solving

Communication

Public speaking

Time management

Education

PMP certification (asset)

Job description

About Systemex Group

About Systemex Group

Systemex Group is a growing global organization bringing together complementary expertise in industrial automation and industrial consulting. We help our clients grow and improve customer satisfaction and financial performance through automation, productivity, reliability, operational performance, and the successful delivery of complex projects.

Our Organization Is Comprised Of Two Divisions

• Systemex Automation (SA) – Delivering innovative automation, robotics, control systems, digital manufacturing, and warehouse automation solutions with 24/7 customer support.
• Systemex Industrial Consulting (SIC) – Providing lifecycle services focused on operational readiness, commissioning, asset management, maintenance and reliability, workforce solutions, and operational excellence.

With over 120 employees and ambitious growth objectives, Systemex is committed to building scalable processes, fostering innovation, strengthening governance, enhancing cybersecurity, and leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) to deliver greater value to our employees and clients.

This opportunity is part of Systemex Automation (SA).

SA is an engineering and automation integration firm delivering innovative solutions for manufacturing, warehouse automation, and industrial process industries.

Our Multidisciplinary Team Combines Expertise In Automation, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Development, And Systems Integration To Deliver Turnkey Solutions. Our Work Spans Five Key Areas

• Custom Projects
• Standard Automated Modular Cell Solutions
• Warehouse Automation
• Software Services & Products
• Industrial Digital Solutions

As we continue to grow, we are looking for passionate, innovative, and entrepreneurial individuals who enjoy solving complex technical challenges and making a meaningful impact.

About The Role

Systemex Automation is looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our Project Management Office (PMO) and lead the successful delivery of large-scale automation and robotics projects. As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling all phases of the projects under your responsibility, in accordance with Systemex's project governance framework. You will act as the central point of coordination between customers and internal teams, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently while balancing cost, schedule, scope, quality, and customer satisfaction.

This is a highly collaborative role that requires strong leadership, decision-making, problem-solving, and communication skills.

What You'll Do

• Lead the planning and execution of large-scale automation and robotics projects, coordinating with engineering, production, purchasing, sales, customers, and other stakeholders to ensure successful delivery.
• Develop, implement, and monitor project schedules, budgets, resources, and forecasts, ensuring project milestones, costs, scope, and quality objectives are achieved.
• Manage project resources, including engineers and technicians through matrix management, while providing leadership, mentorship, and motivation to support project success.
• Identify and resolve technical, operational, and project-related challenges by working closely with customers and internal teams, using established and innovative problem-solving approaches and comparative analyses where appropriate.
• Oversee project development activities, including design, programming, specifications, assembly, commissioning, and technical documentation, ensuring alignment with project requirements.
• Prepare and present project budgets, forecasts, progress reports, and other updates to management while making timely decisions to keep projects on track.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships, assess customer satisfaction, participate in commissioning activities, and identify potential business opportunities with existing customers.
• Ensure effective project governance and communication throughout the project lifecycle, acting as the primary point of accountability for project performance and stakeholder alignment.

What You Bring

• 8+ years of project management experience, with proven success overseeing the full project development and delivery cycle; experience with automation, robotics, engineering, or other complex technical projects is highly valued.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, problem-solving, organizational, and prioritization skills, with the ability to work independently and effectively within a team.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and public speaking skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with customers, executives, and internal stakeholders.
• Fluency in French and good knowledge of English, both written and spoken, with strong communication skills in both languages.
• Dynamic, entrepreneurial, and results-oriented approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and identify opportunities to grow business with customers; PMP certification is an asset.
• Proficiency in French is mandatory. Proficiency in English is also required in order to communicate effectively with internal clients and partners located outside of Quebec.

Why Join Systemex Automation?

• Work flexibility, including flexible hours and remote work;
• Competitive compensation, insurance, health spending account, telemedicine, and group RRSP;
• Professional development and support, including training through the LMS, professional order membership reimbursement, and safety boot reimbursement;
• A welcoming work environment with electric vehicle charging stations, a social club, BBQ events, coffee area, indoor and outdoor bike storage, and on-site sports activities.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities and an inclusive workplace for all.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Your personal information is handled in accordance with applicable privacy legislation, including Quebec's Law 25 where applicable.