Project Manager

Job summary

The Project Manager oversees the full lifecycle of industrial fluid handling projects, from initial planning and estimating through to execution, commissioning, and close-out. They are responsible for managing budgets, schedules, resources, and safety compliance while serving as the primary point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders.

Job details

Position Summary Our client is a niche industrial solutions provider specializing in engineered fluid handling equipment and systems for complex operational environments. They deliver comprehensive project support, from system design and planning through installation, commissioning, operation, and project close-out. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of projects from initial planning and estimating through execution, commissioning, and close-out. This role is responsible for ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards while coordinating both office-based and field operations. Working closely with clients, internal stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams, the Project Manager provides technical leadership, manages project resources, monitors performance, and drives project execution from concept to completion. Responsibilities Manage the full project lifecycle from pre-project planning and estimating through execution, commissioning, and project close-out. Deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and to established quality standards. Coordinate both office-based and field operations while supporting short- and long-term project execution. Serve as the primary technical and project management contact for clients and internal stakeholders throughout project delivery. Lead multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful planning, execution, monitoring, reporting, and project controls. Collaborate with business development teams to transition prospective opportunities into active projects. Provide technical expertise during estimating, proposal development, and project planning. Develop technical solutions and project plans that meet client requirements and operational objectives. Prepare project execution plans, including resource requirements, bills of materials, schedules, and procurement needs. Coordinate activities between operations, procurement, field teams, safety personnel, and other stakeholders. Oversee installation, commissioning, and project close-out activities while ensuring compliance with project specifications. Allocate and manage labour, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and rental resources. Monitor project costs, budgets, forecasts, change orders, and overall financial performance. Track project progress, maintain schedules, and proactively address risks or delays. Ensure accurate project documentation, reporting, cost tracking, and field records. Lead safety initiatives, conduct risk assessments, and promote compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements. Maintain quality standards through inspections, audits, and adherence to client specifications. Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular project updates and resolving issues. Lead, mentor, and support project teams in both office and field environments. Contribute technical expertise to business development and future project opportunities as required. Qualifications Minimum 5+ years of project management experience in construction, industrial services, infrastructure, utilities, or similar industries. We are particularly interested in candidates who come from fluid systems, industrial water/wastewater, pumps, dewatering and piping. Degree or diploma in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related technical discipline is an asset but not required. Professional project management certification (e.g., PMP) is considered an asset. Experience managing project budgets, subcontractors, equipment, materials, scheduling, and project controls. Strong understanding of project planning, financial forecasting, cost management, and operational execution. Knowledge of project documentation, reporting, and labour, equipment, and material cost tracking. Demonstrated leadership, communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software. Experience with industrial fluid systems, pumping, water management, or related technical applications is considered an asset. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Ability to travel to project sites as required and possess a valid driver's license. Ability to meet applicable workplace fitness-for-duty and safety requirements.

What you’ll do

The Project Manager oversees the full lifecycle of industrial fluid handling projects, from initial planning and estimating through to execution, commissioning, and close-out. They are responsible for managing budgets, schedules, resources, and safety compliance while serving as the primary point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 5 years of project management experience in construction, industrial services, or infrastructure sectors. Proficiency in project controls, financial forecasting, and technical leadership is required, with preference given to those with experience in fluid systems and relevant professional certifications.

Listed skills

• Construction Management · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• scheduling · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred
• Procurement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Project Management
• Budgeting
• Scheduling
• Technical Leadership
• Risk Assessment
• Procurement
• Cost Tracking
• Fluid Systems
• Construction Management
• Contractor Management
• Safety Compliance
• Project Controls
• Estimating
• Proposal Development
• Conflict Resolution
• Microsoft Office

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Construction
• Manufacturing
• Energy