Project Manager

MistyWest; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 81,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

A hardware engineering consultancy in Vancouver is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex projects. The role involves managing resources, budgets, and schedules while ensuring project success through clear communication and strategic planning. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and over 5 years of project management experience, ideally in hardware development. The position offers a hybrid work model with excellent benefits including vacation and health coverage.

Benefits

4 weeks vacation to start

Comprehensive health & extended dental coverage

3 Pro-D days plus an annual learning budget

Qualifications

• 5+ years of previous PM experience managing complex hardware product development projects.
• Knowledge of risk management and change management techniques.
• Familiarity with core project management frameworks like Agile, Kanban, and Waterfall.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver medium to large, complex projects on time and within budget.
• Define project scope, schedules, budgets, and resource plans with technical leads.
• Maintain transparent communication with clients and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Project management methodologies

Communication skills

Risk management techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Asana

Trello

Job description

Overview

Full-Time Position

Location: Hybrid (at least 3 days per week in MWHQ, Vancouver, BC)

Base Salary: $96,100

About MistyWest

MistyWest is a hardware engineering consultancy that exists to create novel technologies that enable a healthier planet and bring prosperity to all humankind, with a focus primarily on hardware projects that advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

About The Role

At MistyWest, the Project Manager leads all phases of complex projects, managing resources, budgets, schedules, and risks to deliver successful outcomes. You\'ll work closely with clients to translate their needs into clear requirements and guide multidisciplinary teams through product development and research across diverse industries. You\'ll also contribute to improving our project management practices for continued growth and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver medium to large, complex projects on time and within budget
• Define project scope, schedules, budgets, and resource plans with technical leads
• Coordinate and manage engineering teams and procurement activities
• Maintain transparent communication with clients and internal stakeholders
• Monitor project performance against key metrics and ensure compliance with standards
• Develop project strategies aligned with client goals and drive continuous improvement
• Mentor junior team members and foster collaboration across teams

Requirements

• Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering or a related field
• 5+ years of previous PM experience managing complex hardware product development projects (combination of hardware and software ok)
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, best practices, standards, and tools
• Knowledge of risk management and change management techniques
• Familiarity with core project management frameworks like Agile, Kanban, and Waterfall
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Asana, Trello)
• Multidisciplinary technical background is a strong asset
• PMP certification, Certified Scrum Master, or similar credentials are a plus

Benefits

• 4 weeks vacation to start
• Comprehensive health & extended dental coverage
• 3 Pro-D days plus an annual learning budget
• Banked time
• And much more