46 Launch Manager jobs in Canada
Product Launch Manager
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Product Launch Manager
New Flyer is North America's heavy-duty transit bus leader with various locations in North America. Offering the most advanced product line under the Xcelsior® and Xcelsior CHARGE™ brands. It also offers infrastructure development through New Flyer Infrastructure Solutions™, a service dedicated to providing safe, sustainable, and reliable charging and mobility solutions. Further information is available at
POSITION SUMMARY
The Product Launch Manager will oversee the end-to-end process of launching new products. In this role, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage project timelines, and ensure successful product launches from design to market introduction.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Product Launch Management : Lead and maintain project plans to ensure all phases of product launches are completed on time.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work with Engineering, Manufacturing, Marketing, and Sourcing teams to execute launch plans.
- Change Control Board (CCB) Participation : Drive decisions related to design or supplier changes, ensuring manufacturing perspectives are considered.
- Risk Management : Identify potential risks and develop strategies to ensure smooth launches.
- Bill of Materials (BOM) Management : Oversee BOM reviews, ensuring technical specifications are met and parts are sourced accordingly.
- New Design Integration (NDI) : Participate in NDI meetings to address issues, release long lead-time items early, and verify BOM structures.
- Manufacturability Feedback : Provide feedback on designs, BOM structures, sub-assemblies, and manufacturing capabilities for U.S. and Canada.
- Routings Coordination : Collaborate with Process Planning and Manufacturing Engineering to ensure accurate routings for installations.
- Cut-in & Rollout Coordination : Develop cut-in timeframes and collaborate with Sales and Marketing to prepare for the market introduction.
- Project Transition Leadership : Lead the transition of projects from planning to execution, ensuring smooth knowledge transfer to stakeholders.
- Special Processes & Systems Support : Identify special processes or new systems required and collaborate with teams to ensure high-quality business processes.
- Supplier Development : Work with Supplier Development teams to align with NFI manufacturing standards before production.
WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
- University degree in engineering, business, or supply chain. A combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Certificate in Program Management, ideally for vehicle manufacturing preferred.
- 8+ years in a Production or Automotive Design related function.
- Highly proficient with MS Excel and MS Project.
- Motivated self-starter who seeks out improvements, with strong time management and organizational skills.
- Exceptional communication skills at all levels of the organization with the ability to influence others.
- Knowledge of Oracle EBS, MS Access, SQL, and Power Bi would be considered assets.
Up to 25% of travel is required in this position.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:
- Competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.
- A continuous learning environment.
- Ability to advance your career with a growing company.
- NFI Group has been named a Manitoba Top Employer for 2020 and this is the tenth since the competition was established in 2007.
- Employee social committee organizes numerous events throughout the year, including summer barbecues, holiday festivities, sporting events and tournaments, and much more.
- Ongoing employee development through a variety of in-house training initiatives along with tuition subsidies for courses at outside institutions.
OUR WHY:
We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient and reliable.
NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions. News and information are available at and
Director, Market Strategy & Partnerships
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Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose – to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.
Make an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. Join us today and experience #LifeatVisa.
Job DescriptionTeam Summary
The Market Strategy team is instrumental in shaping the company’s medium- and long-term direction. Working in close partnership with executives and business leaders across the organization, the team identifies and solves country-specific challenges and opportunities. Recent initiatives have included national market strategy, multi-year business planning, and exploring both organic and inorganic growth opportunities. Alongside strategy development, the team collaborates with cross-functional groups to drive successful implementation and ensure effective, ongoing business operations. The team’s remit also includes evaluating and supporting strategic partnerships that align with Visa’s market objectives.
What a Director, Market Strategy & Partnerships does at Visa Canada:
The Director, Market Strategy & Partnerships is a key leader on the Market Strategy team, responsible for shaping and executing Visa Canada’s growth agenda through both market strategy initiatives and strategic partnerships. This role blends high-level strategic planning with hands-on partnership development to deliver measurable business results. The Director reports to the Vice President, Market Strategy & Operations and works closely with executive management, product, and business development teams. This position is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of strategy and collaboration, and is eager to drive innovation in the payments landscape
Key Responsibilities
Market Strategy:
Strategy Development: Drive the development and execution of market entry, growth, and expansion strategies for Visa Canada – drawing on data-driven insights from the payments and financial services sectors to advance Visa’s market position
Market Analysis : Analyze industry trends, competitor actions, and disruptive technologies to inform actionable recommendations, ensuring Visa stays ahead of market shifts
Thought Leadership : Act as an internal consultant and thought leader by proactively researching emerging topics (such as artificial intelligence or stablecoins) and formulating independent perspectives on their implications for Visa
Cross-Market Collaboration: Coordinate with Visa teams in other markets to identify opportunities where Canada – as a digitally mature market – can adopt and scale innovative payment solutions and value-added services
Client Engagement : Provide strategic support for executive client engagement forums including preparing presentation materials and orchestrating follow-ups to ensure outcomes are driven forward
Strategic Partnerships:
Partnership Development : Identify, establish, and manage high-impact partnerships with key external organizations – such as industry associations, payment networks, and technology companies – that align with Visa’s strategic priorities and can drive transformative business outcomes
Relationship Management : Serve as the primary liaison for strategic partners, ensuring effective day-to-day collaboration, clear alignment on objectives, and delivery of mutually beneficial results
Joint Initiatives: Lead the co-creation of joint go-to-market initiatives with partners, aligning internal functions (marketing, product, sales) with partner teams to maximize commercial success and market reach for joint programs
Partnership Execution: Drive the implementation, and oversight of partnership agreements from inception through integration. Monitor partnership performance and KPIs, and ensure each relationship delivers strategic value
Why this is important to Visa
The Market Strategy & Partnerships function plays a central role in helping Visa Canada’s senior leadership set and execute the strategic agenda, in close alignment with North American and global teams. Your efforts in this role will be instrumental in defining, planning, and executing long-term strategic priorities – and in forging partnerships – that drive Visa’s success in the Canadian market. By effectively blending strategy and partnerships, you will help create greater value for the organization and contribute to Visa’s mission of being the best way to pay and be paid
This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.
QualificationsBasic Qualifications:
- 10 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or at least 8 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters/ MBA/JD/MD) or at least 3 years of work experience with a PhD
Preferred Qualifications:
- 12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 8-10 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 6+ years of work experience with a PhD
- 10+ years of experience in leading strategy projects and partnerships at top-tier management consulting firms or in a corporate strategy group in a multinational environment
- Pro-active and effective communicator, experienced in presenting information to all levels and with ability to facilitate group discussions and debate
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and proven experience of project management
- Strong interpersonal and execution skills
- Strong analytical and strategic acumen
- Excellent presentation and verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to be recognized as thought leader
- Ability to influence the organization in order to make strategy happen
- Professional, confident and outgoing with the ability to maintain good communication with wide internal and external audiences
- Team player possessing a strong drive to add value to the business direction
- Highly numerate with attention to detail and ability to structure and analyze databases and strong knowledge of financial modelling, scenario-building and analysis
What will also help:
- Financial Services / FinTech / Payment industry experience would be a distinct advantage
- Broad understanding / experience in financial services and / or payments a plus
This opportunity offers the chance to shape Visa Canada’s strategic direction and drive high-impact partnerships that influence the future of payments. If you are excited about leveraging strategy and partnerships to drive innovation and growth – and meet the qualifications above – we encourage you to apply and join our team!
Additional Information
Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.
Visa welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Vice President, Market Strategy and Understanding
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Toronto, ON, Canada (Hybrid)
Job DescriptionWhat makes this role important at Ipsos:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Vice President for a one-year contract position to cover a maternity leave in our Toronto office. There is a potential for this role to be extended based on business needs. This strategic role is pivotal in leading key client relationships and driving business growth within our team. The ideal candidate will be a commercially-minded leader with a passion for delivering insights that drive client success.
What you can expect to be doing:
Your role will be focused on three core pillars of responsibility:
- Strategic Client & Account Leadership
- Serve as the strategic lead for a roster of 3-4 key clients, fostering deep, consultative partnerships by understanding their business challenges, organizational culture, and strategic objectives.
- Act as a trusted advisor, designing and delivering research solutions that address core business issues and anticipate future client needs.
- Consult with multiple client contacts to identify and prioritize solutions, ensuring Ipsos delivers exceptional value and service.
- Business Development & Commercial Growth
- Drive business development by identifying and pursuing opportunities with new and existing clients, leading the creation of compelling proposals, and responding effectively to RFPs.
- Partner strategically with internal teams on new business leads to identify and close opportunities.
- Become fully knowledgeable about Ipsos product offerings to be able to recommend the right approaches to tackle the right business questions.
- Go beyond revenue and gross margin, considering the entire P&L for the projects you run, effectively managing resources and costs to meet profitability targets.
- Team Leadership & Operational Excellence
- Understand the client's needs in the context of the broader business issue(s) and design research to address those objectives.
- Lead and guide a high-performing research team, ensuring the delivery of exceptional analytic insights and client deliverables that exceed expectations.
- Promote operational excellence by identifying and implementing more efficient processes, with a focus on improving project profitability and delivering value.
- Have relationships across multiple levels and divisions within the organization; be able to leverage/manage internal resources to help execute on projects.
- Have the technical skills needed to help troubleshoot issues and work with the team and client stakeholders to resolve them.
This might be the job for you if you have:
- At least 10+ years of experience in quantitative market research and consulting.
- Proven ability in strategic client management and business development, including crafting persuasive proposals and growing accounts.
- Strong experience with survey design, sampling plans, and analysis.
- Excellent communication and storytelling skills with a talent for translating complex data into easy-to-understand, actionable insights.
- Experience that ideally includes consumer, brand, and shopper insights and techniques.
- Some exposure to other types of research such as qualitative, global research, and use of behavioral science techniques in research.
- Experience managing high performing research teams.
If you don't meet 100% of the requirements, we encourage all who feel they might be a fit for the opportunity to apply. We may consider a variety of backgrounds for a particular role and are also committed to considering candidates for available positions throughout our organization, not just the one you're applying to!
What's in it for you:
At Ipsos you'll experience opportunities for Career Development, an exceptional benefits package (including generous PTO, healthcare plans, wellness benefits), a flexible workplace policy, and a strong collaborative culture.
To find out more about all the great reasons to work at Ipsos, how we're making an impact around the world, and more about our benefits and employee programs, please visit:
Why Work at Ipsos CA
Commitment to diversity:
Ipsos recognizes the necessity of building an inclusive culture that values each employee's individuality and diverse perspectives. For more than 40 years, our mission has been to generate and analyze data about society, markets, brands, and behaviors to provide our clients with the insights that elevate their understanding of the world. This could not be fulfilled without Ipsos' diverse employees who compile and analyze this data-they are the essence of who we are and what we do.
We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, creating an environment that promotes inclusion, and enabling employees from all walks of life to flourish. Ipsos encourages our employees to act in a respectful and responsible manner, in line with code of best practices concerning diversity and inclusion, human rights, equality, and civility for every individual.
Ipsos is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other protected class and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
About the TeamThe Market Strategy & Understanding (MSU) Service Line performs strategic research to deliver contextual understanding to help clients navigate dynamic markets. Our offer portfolio consists of strategic brand research as well as category & consumer fundamentals. We work with clients to understand the size and composition of a market as well as the segments/profiles/demand spaces therein.We also specialize in brand equity, brand assets, brand stretch and open category opportunities (e.g.whitespace).
About UsIpsos is one of the world's largest research companies and currently the only one primarily managed by researchers, ranking as a full-service research organization for four consecutive years . With over 75 different data-driven solutions, and presence in 90 markets, Ipsos brings together research, implementation, methodological, and subject-matter experts from around the world, combining thematic and technical experts to deliver top-quality research and insights. Simply speaking, we help the biggest companies solve some of their biggest problems, serving more than 5000 clients across the globe by providing research, data, and insights on their target markets. And we're proud to share we've received our Great Place to Work Certification in 2022 & 2023!
Engineering Manager, Clariti Launch
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Join our mission to provide governments with exceptional experiences so they can do the same for their communities!
What do we do?We empower governments to deliver exceptional citizen experiences.
Check out our 'About Us' page for a deep dive into our product and what makes us exceptional.
How will you help us make an impact? ️ ️
Clariti is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead and grow our core Launch Platform engineering team focused on building robust backend systems that power government technology solutions. This is a player-coach role where you will not only lead, mentor, and manage a talented team of engineers (including junior, intermediate, and senior developers) but also contribute technically through hands-on coding, design reviews, and architectural input. You'll spend a portion of your time developing software solutions alongside your team, staying current with technical challenges while building highly-modular, core systems of record from the ground up, introducing automation into complex government workflows and developing new models for interaction between governments and citizens.
Reporting to the VP of Engineering, Herman Chan you will be instrumental in driving the execution of your team, ensuring the sustainable delivery of high-quality software that delivers significant business and customer impact. You will run a tight ship, fostering a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and continuous learning, while actively partnering with product management and other stakeholders to define strategy and achieve ambitious goals. You will play a vital role in building both the technology and the team that supports solutions used daily by both citizens and government employees.
As an Engineering Manager, for Clariti Launch you'll get to :
- Lead & Coach:
- Manage, mentor, and foster the career growth of a diverse team of engineers (junior to senior), providing regular feedback, coaching, individual development plans, and identifying growth opportunities.
- Cultivate a healthy, inclusive, and supportive team environment focused on psychological safety, growth, high performance, and delivering impactful results for business and customers.
- Set clear expectations, evaluate performance effectively, and manage both high and low performance with a focus on excellence.
- Act as a calming influence during times of change and uncertainty, coaching the team through complexity and ambiguity.
- Execute & Deliver:
- Independently lead your team to deliver business impact through successfully driving results on projects in support of semi-annual/annual goals.
- Run efficient processes and operational cadences (sync/async), leveraging Agile methodologies to get to the right outcomes.
- Drive project execution, manage priorities, remove blockers, and ensure your team delivers results across multiple impactful projects with a high standard of quality and adherence to best practices.
- Own the resolution of operational issues within your sphere of responsibility, driving urgency and learning from incidents.
- Actively seek out and eliminate sources of toil and technical debt, prioritizing work that leads to lower maintenance, measurable impact, and system reliability.
- Lead & Architect the future of Clariti Launch :
- Lead technical and architecture sessions with your team, contributing to roadmaps and objective documents that shape our platform strategy.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to your engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and best practices.
- Evaluate and execute on new technologies with your team, pushing for innovation and technical excellence across our technology stack.
- Champion bold and innovative technical approaches, setting audacious goals and fostering a growth mindset that encourages experimentation and adoption of new technologies.
- Partner with Staff Engineers and architects to ensure alignment with overall technical strategy and company-wide technical initiatives.
- Technical Contribution & Strategy:
- Actively contribute to the codebase through design, coding, and comprehensive code reviews alongside your team, maintaining proficiency in our core technology stack (Ruby/Rails, React, Expo, Postgres, K8S, AWS).
- Provide technical guidance, lead technical design discussions, review architecture, and ensure alignment with overall technical strategy, consulting with Staff Engineers where appropriate.
- Help define, track, and ensure team alignment on quarterly Objectives and Key Results (OKRs), connecting team efforts to broader company objectives and desired outcomes.
- Assess and maintain a high bar for technical aptitude in new hires, contributing to technical interviewing and evaluation processes.
- Push for best-practices in our technology stack and across our company, ensuring code quality, performance, and maintainability.
- Guide your team in introducing automation into some of the most complex government workflows, leveraging technical expertise to solve challenging problems.
- Oversee the design and implementation of backend systems that scale to support agencies and citizens across the country.
- Collaborate & Influence:
- Partner with our Product team to explore new possibilities, represent Engineering perspectives, and translate business needs into technical solutions.
- Build healthy partnerships with cross-functional teams (Product Management, Design, other Engineering teams), effectively influencing outcomes and technical decisions.
- Communicate technical decisions and architectural choices effectively, ensuring context, understanding, and alignment across teams.
- Identify new technical opportunities that have significant customer, organizational, or platform-wide impact.
- Actively participate in hiring, interviewing, and assessment processes to build and retain a diverse and talented team.
What do you bring to the team?
Project Management - Project Manager
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We are looking for a highly organized and results-driven Project Manager to oversee and coordinate projects from initiation to completion. The Project Manager will be responsible for planning, executing, and delivering projects on time, within scope, and within budget while ensuring high-quality outcomes. This role requires excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities:- Plan, organize, and manage project timelines, budgets, and resources.
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Lead project teams, assign tasks, and monitor progress.
- Identify and manage project risks, issues, and changes.
- Communicate project updates to stakeholders and senior management.
- Ensure projects meet quality standards and client expectations.
- Prepare and maintain detailed project documentation and reports.
- Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience as a Project Manager or in a similar leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of project management tools and methodologies (Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall).
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong communication and leadership abilities.
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities.
- Entry-level applicants with leadership or coordination experience are welcome to apply.
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Training and resources to help you succeed in your role.
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Project Management Technician
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215 16th St SE, Calgary, Alberta T2E 7P5 Canada
Do you possess a variety of technical skills and are you interested in helping people? Consider becoming U-Haul Companyu2019s newest Project Management Technician. In this role you will help to maintain U-Haul facilities to aid your colleagues in providing the highest standard of service to customers. In exchange, this rewarding position comes with excellent benefits.
Project Management Technician Minimum Qualifications:
Experience performing and utilizing tools and equipment in any of the following areas: carpentry, metal framing, painting, masonry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing or landscaping
Respond promptly and efficiently to facility needs.
Collaborate on projects or work alone as needed.
Valid driveru2019s license and a good driving record to operate a motor vehicle; adhere to all local vehicular regulations while driving
Work Environment:
The work requires observing necessary safety precautions while working around moving parts, machines for building and site maintenance. The use of protective clothing or gear such as masks, goggles, gloves or shields may be required.
Physical Demands:
The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods both indoors and outdoors while remaining stationary, traversing spaces, repositioning to reach and use tools, and moving a minimum of 50 lbs assisted or unassisted.
U-Haul offers Project Management Technicians:
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days, if eligible
Career stability
Gym Reimbursement Program, if eligible
Opportunities for advancement
Valuable on-the-job training
Complete Benefit Plan, if eligible
RRSP payroll deduction plan
Deferred profit-sharing plan, if eligible
You Matter Program (EAP)
Mindset App Program
Wellness Programs
Discounts on Apple products, Dell computers, hotels, and more
U-Haul Holding Company, and its family of companies including U-Haul International, Inc. (u201cU-Haulu201d), continually strives to create a culture of health and wellness. Consistent with applicable state law, U-Haul will not hire or re-hire individuals who use nicotine products.
The states in which U-Haul will decline to hire nicotine users are: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington. U-Haul has observed this hiring practice since February 1, 2020 as part of our commitment to a healthy work environment for our team.
U-Haul is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, provincial, state or local law. Individual accommodations are available on requests for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Information obtained during this process will only be shared on a need to know basis.
Project Management Technician
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215 16th St SE, Calgary, Alberta T2E 7P5 Canada
Do you possess a variety of technical skills and are you interested in helping people? Consider becoming U-Haul Companyu2019s newest Project Management Technician. In this role you will help to maintain U-Haul facilities to aid your colleagues in providing the highest standard of service to customers. In exchange, this rewarding position comes with excellent benefits.
Project Management Technician Minimum Qualifications:
Experience performing and utilizing tools and equipment in any of the following areas: carpentry, metal framing, painting, masonry, electrical, HVAC, plumbing or landscaping
Respond promptly and efficiently to facility needs.
Collaborate on projects or work alone as needed.
Valid driveru2019s license and a good driving record to operate a motor vehicle; adhere to all local vehicular regulations while driving
Work Environment:
The work requires observing necessary safety precautions while working around moving parts, machines for building and site maintenance. The use of protective clothing or gear such as masks, goggles, gloves or shields may be required.
Physical Demands:
The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods both indoors and outdoors while remaining stationary, traversing spaces, repositioning to reach and use tools, and moving a minimum of 50 lbs assisted or unassisted.
U-Haul offers Project Management Technicians:
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days, if eligible
Career stability
Gym Reimbursement Program, if eligible
Opportunities for advancement
Valuable on-the-job training
Complete Benefit Plan, if eligible
RRSP payroll deduction plan
Deferred profit-sharing plan, if eligible
You Matter Program (EAP)
Mindset App Program
Wellness Programs
Discounts on Apple products, Dell computers, hotels, and more
U-Haul Holding Company, and its family of companies including U-Haul International, Inc. (u201cU-Haulu201d), continually strives to create a culture of health and wellness. Consistent with applicable state law, U-Haul will not hire or re-hire individuals who use nicotine products.
The states in which U-Haul will decline to hire nicotine users are: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington. U-Haul has observed this hiring practice since February 1, 2020 as part of our commitment to a healthy work environment for our team.
U-Haul is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, provincial, state or local law. Individual accommodations are available on requests for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Information obtained during this process will only be shared on a need to know basis.
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Manager, Project Management
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Are you a strategic problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced, industrial environments? At ROCKWOOL, we are looking for a Manager, Project Management who will lead capital projects that power manufacturing excellence across our Milton, ON site. From idea to execution, you will be at the heart of innovation, optimizing productivity, improving quality, and building sustainable value.
This is the role:
As a key member of the Factory Management Team, you will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets and timelines, and ensure safety and compliance, bringing big ideas to life in one of the most resilient manufacturing sectors.
What you will do:
- Guide, develop, and engage a team of Project Engineers and interns, while building a culture of innovation and accountability.
- Managing small to large capital investment projects by defining project scope, budget, schedule, and forecasting with a commitment to excellence.
- Developing business cases for all projects with cost & benefits analysis for group management approval
- Handling procurement, vendor, and subcontractor management for successful implementation of projects.
- Effectively communicating with all stakeholders
- Partner with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to integrate new equipment, systems, and processes with minimal disruption.
- Report on KPIs, risks, and milestones through tier meetings and strategic reviews with leadership.
- Act as a ROCKWOOL ambassador demonstrating our core values of Ambition, Integrity, Responsibility and Efficiency.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or related).
- 5+ years of project management experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
- Minimum 5 year experience leading a team
- PMP certification or equivalent is a strong asset.
- Solid knowledge of automation, process equipment, and Lean principles.
- Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, SAP, and project planning & reporting tools.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Massage Therapy and more
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Retirement Pension Matching Program
- Life and Disability Programs
- Educational Assistance
- Top up plans for maternity and paternity leave
- Fitness Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Who we are:
We are the world leader in stone wool solutions. Founded in 1937 in Denmark, we transform volcanic rock into safe, sustainable products that help people and communities thrive. We are a global company with more than 12,000 employees, located in 40+ countries with 51 manufacturing facilities… all focused on one common purpose - to release the natural power of stone to enrich modern living.
Sustainability is central to our business strategy. ROCKWOOL was one of the first companies to commit to actively contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG's) framework and are actively committed to 11 SDGs, including SDG 14, Life Below Water. Through our partnership with the One Ocean Foundation and in connection with our sponsorship of the Denmark SailGP team, we will help raise awareness around ocean health challenges in an effort to accelerate solutions to protect it.
Diverse and Inclusive Culture:
We want all our people to feel valued, respected, included, and heard. We employ 79 different nationalities worldwide and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees, promote diversity, and work against all forms of discrimination among ROCKWOOL employees.
At ROCKWOOL, you will experience a friendly team environment. Our culture is very important to us. In fact, we refer to our culture as "The ROCKWOOL Way". This is the foundation in which we operate and is based upon our values of ambition, responsibility, integrity, and efficiency.
ROCKWOOL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.