Project Operations Manager

BVGlazing Systems; Niagara Falls; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental benefits

Vacation accrual

Short Fridays

Goodlife Fitness discount

Perkopolis discounts

RRSP/DPSP matching (2-year vesting)

Job summary

BVGlazing Systems Ltd. in Niagara Falls, Ontario, is seeking a hands-on procurement/production coordinator. You will support tendering, design, and production processes, ensuring pricing accuracy, supplier qualification, and on-time delivery of materials.

The role involves multi-department collaboration, SAP tracking, and strong emphasis on quality and safety. Ideal candidates bring at least 2 years in curtain wall environments, solid Excel and PM tool skills, and a proactive, detail-focused

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of progressive experience in a unitized curtain wall design, manufacturing, or construction environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and project management/reporting tools.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Customer-focused mindset with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Capable of gathering and analyzing information, identifying issues, and developing effective solutions.
• Confident presenter with the ability to communicate technical and project-related information to managers, clients, vendors, and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Tendering to define project scope and features.
• Develop accurate pricing strategies for specialized project requirements.
• Support bid reviews to align requirements, pricing, and execution.
• Review drawings prior to submission for constructability and cost-efficiency.
• Conduct feasibility and constructability assessments.
• Provide preliminary pricing support for various project scopes.
• Review die drawings and tolerances for manufacturing compliance.
• Review specifications and procurement documents to support vendor quotes.
• Ensure procured materials meet specs and quality standards.
• Evaluate vendors and align with scope of work and production volumes.
• Establish vendor schedules, deliverables, and performance expectations.
• Monitor material delivery to facilities and sites.
• Manage budgets for procurement, fabrication, and logistics.
• Coordinate with production to align with milestones and client expectations.
• Participate in project kickoff, track activities in SAP, and provide cost forecasts.
• Promote safety policies and foster a strong safety culture across teams.

Skills

Curtain wall experience

Excel & PM tools

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical/problem solving

Presentation skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Company Background

For over 60 years, BV Glazing and Quest Windows have helped shape North America’s most iconic skylines. From Toronto to Texas, we are vertically integrated to design, engineer, manufacture and install the complete building envelope with today’s most ambitious developers. Serving both residential and commercial construction markets across Canada and the United States, we pride ourselves in delivering exceptional quality and innovation. At BVGlazing Systems our mission is to Build Value in everything we do. This philosophy drives our commitment to:

• Deliver cutting edge solutions to our customers.
• Foster the professional growth and development of our team members.
• Uphold excellence through training, education and innovation.

Location

Niagara Falls, Ontario

What’s In It For You

• Opportunity to be part of an exciting company at the cutting edge of the construction industry.
• Competitive compensation plan.
• Be a part of a company that is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment.
• We’ve got your health and future in mind!
  • Participate in the Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and paramedical benefits.
  • Vacation accrual plan.
  • Work/life balance with short Fridays all year around.
  • Goodlife Fitness discount program.
  • Company sponsored perks through Perkopolis.
  • Participate upon hire in a company match RSP/DPSP program (2-year vesting period).

THE OPPORTUNITY

You will be an integral member of our management team. To be successful in this role, you will need to be a “hands on” trusted colleague with a positive “can do” attitude. While the focus is on contract operations, we are looking for an individual who is willing and capable of working with the management team to help improve and grow our business.

Key Accountabilities

T Endering

• Collaborate with the Tendering team to define project scope and identify system features offered to clients.
• Assist in developing accurate pricing strategies for specialized project requirements and custom scopes of work.
• Support bid reviews to ensure alignment between project requirements, pricing, and execution capabilities.

Design And Engineering

• Review drawings prior to submission to ensure constructability, efficiency, and cost-effective fabrication.
• Conduct feasibility and constructability assessments.
• Provide preliminary pricing support for various project scopes.
• Review die drawings and machining tolerances to ensure manufacturing compliance.
• Review specifications and project documentation to support procurement and vendor quotation activities.

Procurement

• Ensure all procured materials meet project specifications, quality standards, and contractual requirements.
• Evaluate and qualify vendors based on capability, capacity, and project requirements.
• Align vendors with the appropriate scope of work and production volumes and maintain checklists and tracking tools
• Establish and manage vendor schedules, deliverables, and performance expectations.
• Review packaging requirements to support efficient transportation and site delivery.
• Monitor and ensure timely delivery of materials, fabricated assemblies, and components to manufacturing facilities and project sites.
• Manage procurement, logistics, fabrication, and assembly budgets to achieve project cost objectives.

Production

• Ensure fabricated and assembled components comply with project specifications and quality requirements.
• Develop and maintain project execution plans in coordination with all departments.
• Communicate production requirements, including packaging, labeling, crating, shipping methods, and delivery expectations.
• Monitor execution progress and ensure departmental commitments are achieved according to schedule.
• Support production teams by identifying and resolving manufacturing challenges as they arise.
• Coordinate production activities to ensure alignment with project milestones and client expectations.

Site

• Participate in project kickoff meetings and assist in establishing project goals, deliverables, and execution strategies.
• Ensure project-related activities are accurately executed and tracked within SAP.
• Coordinate the timely production of visual mock-ups, test assemblies, first articles, and prototype components
• Provide cost forecasts and budget updates related to materials, production, logistics, and procurement to the Project Controller.
• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and performance reviews focused on procurement, manufacturability, transportation, scheduling, resource planning, and logistics.
• Coordinate quality assurance and quality control activities with suppliers, manufacturing facilities, subcontractors, and the Project Quality Manager.
• Promote and enforce all company health and safety policies, procedures, and risk assessment requirements while fostering a strong safety culture across project teams.

General

• Coordinate and synchronize departmental schedules and deliverables in accordance with the project execution plan.
• Monitor and manage departmental budgets to ensure project financial objectives are achieved.
• Evaluate make-versus-buy decisions to determine the most cost-effective approach for fabrication and procurement activities.
• Adjust project plans and execution strategies to accommodate changes, risks, and unforeseen challenges.
• Maintain a strong focus on procurement strategies, supply chain optimization, and production logistics.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to procurement, production processes, and operational efficiencies.
• Develop and deliver training programs for procurement and production personnel on new procedures, systems, and best practices.
• Foster collaboration and communication across all departments to ensure project success.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 2 years of progressive experience in a unitized curtain wall design, manufacturing, or construction environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other project management and reporting tools.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Customer-focused mindset with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Capable of gathering and analyzing information, identifying issues, and developing effective solutions.
• Confident presenter with the ability to effectively communicate technical and project-related information to managers, clients, vendors, and cross-functional teams.

Salary Range

$60,000 – $80,000 based on experience

Additional Information

We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with BVG. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Training & Onboarding

We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process

We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. In compliance with the AODA, all reasonable accommodations will be made available upon request from candidates with disabilities. If you are selected for an interview and you require an accommodation due to a disability please discuss with the Manager scheduling your interview.

Thank you for your interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.