Description
The Opportunity
To take ownership of assigned projects to deliver on schedule, within budget, and to scope. To act as the main point of contact for project stakeholders. To lead and oversee project execution while applying project management best practices and fostering collaboration across functions.
The Role
- Develop and drive project management processes across the business.
- Coach and support project owners and project working group members on project management best practices.
- Lead projects from kickoff through completion, including planning, controlling, reporting, and post-project review.
- Ensure that the project is delivered as, where and when promised and that it performs as specified.
- Maintain or improve project deliverables and provide timely financial and project status reports.
- Manage and report any changes, delays or commercial issues that may develop during the project.
- Facilitate project meetings with project teams.
- Track project KPIs including financial analysis and report variances.
- Facilitate regular communication.
The Candidate
Education: Project Management Professional designation
Work Experience: 5-10 years progressive project management experience in a relate field
Knowledge: Strong technical aptitude/background with technical project management experience and the ability to manage complex projects.
Proficiency: Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint, MS Project / project scheduling software
The Company
Since 1858, Wajax has been a leading industrial products and solutions provider continually innovating to serve Canadian industry coast-to-coast. We work in an extensive range of industries and core sectors of the Canadian economy including energy and renewables, food and beverage, construction, industrial/commercial, transportation, forestry, mining, metal processing, and oil and gas - to name a few. Everything we do is powered by people passionate about making a difference and who are dedicated to driving Canadian industry forward. People who provide the experience and expertise that support the industries that build our cities, power our businesses, put a roof over our heads and food on our tables.
Wajax offers a total compensation package that includes competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, learning and development, as well as some unique additional “perks.”
Highlights include:
- Competitive health and dental benefits with no waiting period for eligibility (100% employer paid premiums), plus health spending account.
- Wajax led e-learning, and product training through industry leading manufacturers.
- Exclusive discounts with a variety of manufacturers and service providers such as Ford, GM, Chrysler, Dell, TELUS, a group mortgage, home & auto insurance program, pet insurance, footwear & workwear, fitness membership, perkopolis, and more.
- Recognition program where points are earned for merchandise or gift certificates, plus cash awards.
- Company matched pension plan
- Award-Winning Health and Wellness Program
By working with Wajax, you become part of an inclusive and diverse team that is dedicated to innovation and teamwork. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities across Canada in which we do business. As an equal opportunity employer, please inform us if any accommodation is required if contacted for an interview.
As a condition of employment, final candidates will be subject to pre-screening.
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