Project Manager [SK-14416]

Shirley Parsons; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in Canadian food manufacturing is seeking a Project Manager to oversee key operational initiatives. You will manage project lifecycles, lead planning processes, and coordinate teams to ensure on-time delivery. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of project management experience in manufacturing, strong organizational skills, and a solid understanding of project management methodologies. This role offers an exciting opportunity to impact business growth and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience, ideally within manufacturing.
• Demonstrated success in planning and executing projects on time and within budget.
• Solid working knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planning processes and define project scope.
• Organize and direct execution of operational and capital projects.
• Manage project budgets and proactively address deviations.
• Coordinate internal teams to ensure timely project completion.

Skills

Project management experience

Team leadership

Stakeholder communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Post-secondary education in Project Management, Engineering, Business, or related discipline

Job description

A leader in Canadian food manufacturing is seeking a Project Manager to oversee critical operational and capital initiatives within a dynamic, multi-site environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to directly impact business growth and operational excellence. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration.

The Role

As the Project Manager, you will manage the full lifecycle of key operational projects, from planning through execution and close-out.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project planning processes, defining project scope, key requirements, deliverables, timelines, and objectives in alignment with organizational priorities.
• Organize and direct the execution of multiple operational and capital projects across diverse locations.
• Manage project budgets, control costs, and proactively address deviations.
• Coordinate internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure timely and successful completion of project milestones.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Project Management, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
• 3+ years of project management experience, ideally within manufacturing.
• Demonstrated success in planning and executing projects on time and within budget.
• Strong abilities in team leadership, resource coordination, and stakeholder communication.
• Solid working knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.