Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

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Since 1992,
Powerhouse Controls has been on a mission to be recognized as a world‑class, single‑source drive and automation systems integration supplier.

We bring exceptional technical and engineering experience to the table, but what really sets us apart is an unsurpassed level of passion and commitment. We listen, question, collaborate, analyze and assess until we’re completely convinced that our recommendation is the best solution possible.

Powerhouse Controls is on the hunt for individuals who embody the spirit of innovation, collaboration, and integrity. We're not just seeking employees; we're searching for trailblazers who share our passion for shaping the future of control systems and automation. If you're fueled by the fire of creativity, if you're driven by a desire to collaborate with a diverse community of experts, and if your commitment to ethical excellence is unwavering, then you're exactly who we're looking for.

Reporting to the Director of Hardware, Drives and Manufacturing, the Project Manager is accountable for successful planning and execution of various projects from inception to completion. The Project Manager leads, directs, and exercises functional authority over all project aspects, including planning, organizing, budgeting, and reporting. In this integral and highly visible role, they ensure that the goals and objectives of each project are accomplished on schedule and within budget while ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

The Project Manager must be able to produce high quality output without requiring guidance or review.

• Health/Dental Benefits
• Increased Vacation
• Birthdays off with pay
• Flexible work hours
• Fitness incentive
• Social and Team building events
• Charitable donation matching
• RRSP/401K Matching
• AAA/CAA Basic membership coverage

• Support and develop project management procedures, tools and templates, and checklists to enhance and improve project effectiveness and reporting capabilities
• Manage projects and project teams in accordance with all applicable procedures
• Collaborate with sales, customers, management, engineering, procurement, and fabrication teams to execute projects with a high level of customer service, efficiency, and flexibility.
• Support, coordinate and direct multi‑disciplined project teams and any sub‑contracted trades
• Be a role model and mentor for Coordinators
• Identify and assess any potential and/or realized project risks, specific to cost, schedule and quality
• Analyze data and trends throughout the project execution phase to proactively detect risks, threats and/or opportunities
• Develop and implement a comprehensive Risk Mitigation Plan through collaboration with Project Team Members, Management and Stakeholders
• Communicate Risk Mitigation Plan, including status updates, to the Project Team, Management and Sales & Applications
• Assist in mitigation efforts, and drive resolution to ensure optimal project performance

• Act as the lead customer interface and advocate, provide regular and clear communication on project plans, issues, changes, and status
• Strong client‑focused approach, dedicated to providing exceptional client experiences and maximum customer satisfaction
• Work with the Customer Account Manager to proactively manage customer concerns, escalating to management when required

• Implement and manage changes when necessary to meet project outputs, communicating any changes to the Project Team
• Project Scope for both internal and customer driven changes
• Ensure Change Order Requests (CORs) for all customer requested changes are submitted, approved, and only executed after receipt or customer agreement and/or purchase order

1. Pre‑Award (Quotation) Phase:

• Assist Sales & Applications with new projects and quotations, including reviewing the Sales Risk Assessment and PM labour estimates
• Assist Sales & Applications with customer interaction during quotation phase
• Prepare initial high‑level project schedule, estimating timing for key milestones

2. Initiation/Kick‑Off…