Working at Handling Specialty means joining an innovative, forward-thinking team specializing in the design and manufacture of advanced lifting and handling equipment for a variety of industries. With over 60 years of experience, the company excels at engineering complex, high-capacity systems tailored to meet unique client needs. As a team member, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to work in an environment that develops a diverse range of products, from aerospace to entertainment, creating custom solutions that help clients achieve their goals.If you’re passionate about problem-solving, technology, and making a tangible impact, this is the place to bring your talents and thrive!Job Opportunity:

Senior Project ManagerReports To:

Manager PMO Location:

Grimsby/Hamilton OntarioThe Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading teams to deliver the project(s) that span across one or more business units. Manage resources, schedules, and financials and adhere to stage gate quality and SDLC control guidelines throughout the full systems development life cycle. This also includes management of issues, risks, and project change requests to ensure successful and on-time project delivery. Contribute to process improvement initiatives as it relates to improving project delivery.The Senior Project Manager has the authority to run the project on a day-to-day basis. Verify that the project produces the required deliverables of quality, within the specified constraints of time and cost, and achieves the potential benefits defined in the business case.Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop project objectives and metrics, with the team, at the onset of new projects.Break-down each project into its component pieces, then day-to-day management of deliverables with internal and external stakeholders.Co-ordinate and provide leadership to the Engineering staff to ensure customer requirements are metProvide pro-active leadership, design skills, and tools to identify and solve engineering design issues as required to achieve overall project success.Work with Engineering staff to design appropriate Acceptance Test Plans and methods of measurement.Use of Engineering design skills to determine solutions with the Engineering team for required scope change and determine cost and schedule impact.Drive the organization to define and meet customer expectations for quality, delivery, and product performance – achieve “flawless launch”.Serve as the lead in customer communications for key areas including timing, documentation, and overall project status.Manage change orders.Ensure the financial success of the project. Identify concerns that jeopardize profitability and seek opportunities for improvement.Re-assess schedule and cost targets regularly. Initiate corrective actions as needed. Document and monitor objectives to ensure countermeasures are initiated and unfavorable variances are corrected.Report weekly on the status of each project – schedule, cost, issues, and actions.Elevate issues as appropriate and get the support of senior management when needed to clear obstacles.Ensure individuals clearly understand the impact their roles have on the success of the project and provide them with appropriate feedback, be it positive or negative – Facilitate problem-solving sessions.Ensure records of key transactions with customers and suppliers are maintained, either in the project database or in the areas of the responsible departments.Work on specific projects as directed from time to time in support of the Senior Manager.Ability to travel between local worksitesNational and international travel may be required depending on the projects assigned.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Excellent client facing and internal communication skillsFunctional leadership experience in an Engineering or Manufacturing roleMust have the ability to manage multiple projects simutaneouslySolid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skillsStrong working knowledge of Microsoft OfficeTeam player and have a problem solving aptitudeA valid passport and the ability to travel without restrictions is required.Carry a class “G” or higher drivers license with the ability to provide a Valid clear driver’s abstract within thirty (30) days of hire dateAbility to travel up to 25% of the yearEducation and Experience:

Relevent Post Secondary Education; CET or P. Eng an assetTen (10) years’ experience with the design and building of large, complex industrial equipmentDemonstrated experience of having developed and successfully managed a project from cradle to graveExperience in Project management with demonstrated leadership in high-impact situationsExperience managing equipment installations an assetFamiliar with ISO9001 Quality Management SystemsPMP certification is an asset.Disclaimer:

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Handling Specialty; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position if required.Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our HR Manager at hsml.hr@handling.comPlease note that salaries posted on sites other than Handling Specialty Website Career page are not a reflection of Handling Specialty and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Handling Specialty offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.We Build Big Things to Help Our Customers Build Big Things.If you are interested in this position, clearly outline experience and salary expectations and quote reference code Senior Project Manager when responding to:We Build Big Things to Help Our Customers Build Big Things.

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