Project Manager II

Introduction

We are hiring a Project Manager II on behalf of our client, a global industrial engineering company. This role is responsible for leading end-to-end project execution while ensuring compliance with internal Project Quality Plan (P.Q.P.) standards focused on Prevention, Quality, and Productivity. The Project Manager II will manage technical deliverables, cross-functional teams, and client communication to deliver projects safely, on time, on specification, and within budget. Travel of approximately 40% is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycle from planning through close-out in alignment with internal project management systems and best practices.
• Deliver projects On Time, On Spec, and On Budget while tracking KPIs and financial performance.
• Manage project budgets and analyze estimated versus actual costs, explaining technical or financial variances.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
• Prepare quotations, draft proposals, and support technical and commercial discussions.
• Execute and manage change orders in compliance with contractual agreements and internal procedures.
• Develop staffing plans and identify needs for internal and external resources.
• Organize and lead project meetings including kick-offs, weekly updates, and milestone reviews.
• Review engineering calculations, drawings, piping layouts, and functional descriptions.
• Coordinate cross-departmental deliverables such as design reviews, P&IDs, and 3D models to meet milestones.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain teams to ensure purchase order compliance and project alignment.
• Oversee fabrication, onsite installation, and equipment installation as required.
• Facilitate acceptance testing including FAT, SAT, and system qualifications.
• Supervise start-ups and approve installation and reception protocols.
• Complete project close-out activities including handover documentation and final KPI reporting.
• Prepare and present project status reports to leadership.
• Ensure adherence to Safety, Quality, and Productivity standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5 years of Project Management experience or 5 years as a Process Engineer with project leadership exposure.
• Experience in food, cosmetic, or pharmaceutical processing environments is an asset.
• Strong understanding of P&IDs, isometrics, layouts, and 3D technical drawings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project/data management software.
• Demonstrated leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational abilities.
• French required; bilingual French/English preferred.

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