Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager – Industrial Equipment & Installation Projects Location: Mississauga, Ontario
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Up to $130,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications
Industry: Industrial Equipment, Material Handling & Commercial Installations
Recruitment Type: Confidential Search
About the Opportunity Fuze HR Solutions is conducting a confidential search for an experienced Senior Project Manager on behalf of an established industry leader specializing in industrial equipment, loading dock systems, material handling solutions, and commercial installation projects.
We are seeking a highly skilled, technically driven professional with extensive experience managing complex industrial and commercial projects from initial planning through installation, commissioning, and final handover.
The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing multiple projects, managing budgets and subcontractors, coordinating engineering and installation activities, and ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager who brings strong technical knowledge, financial accountability, leadership capabilities, and a proven track record of delivering successful projects.
Key Responsibilities Project Management & Execution

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of industrial equipment and commercial installation projects, from initial project scope and planning through procurement, installation, commissioning, and closeout.
• Develop detailed project execution plans, including schedules, budgets, resource allocation, procurement requirements, and risk management strategies.
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring successful execution within established timelines, budgets, and contractual requirements.
• Coordinate equipment procurement, fabrication, material deliveries, installation schedules, and field operations.
• Conduct project kickoff meetings, site inspections, pre-installation meetings, and final commissioning and handover activities.
• Identify project risks, anticipate potential delays, and implement corrective actions to maintain project schedules and financial objectives.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators, and provide regular updates to internal stakeholders and customers.

Technical Leadership & Installation Management

• Provide technical oversight and guidance for industrial equipment installations, including loading dock systems, overhead doors, warehouse infrastructure, and related material handling equipment.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, technical specifications, construction documents, and installation requirements.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, sales, operations, suppliers, and installation teams to ensure project specifications are accurately executed.
• Coordinate and oversee subcontractors, installation crews, and external vendors to maintain quality, safety, and productivity standards.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges related to equipment installation, integration, commissioning, and project execution.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, occupational health and safety regulations, customer requirements, and company policies.
• Support equipment testing, commissioning, final inspections, and customer acceptance procedures.

Financial Management & Budget Control

• Develop, manage, and monitor project budgets, ensuring financial accountability and profitability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track project expenditures, labour costs, material expenses, subcontractor charges, and overall project performance.
• Review financial reports, identify cost variances, and implement corrective actions to maintain established budget targets.
• Manage project change orders, scope modifications, additional work requests, and associated financial implications.
• Participate in vendor selection, procurement negotiations, and subcontractor agreements to achieve cost-effective project delivery.
• Oversee financial reconciliation and project closeout, ensuring all outstanding costs, change orders, and documentation are completed.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for customers, contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts, project partners, and external service providers.
• Collaborate with sales and engineering teams during project evaluations, technical reviews, site assessments, and proposal development.
• Lead project meetings and communicate schedules, milestones, progress updates, and potential challenges.
• Proactively address customer concerns, resolve project issues, and maintain a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate final commissioning, project acceptance, and customer handover to ensure contractual obligations and project expectations are met.

Leadership, Vendor Management & Continuous Improvement

• Provide leadership, direction, and technical guidance to project coordinators, installation teams, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Establish project priorities, delegate responsibilities where appropriate, and ensure accountability for project deliverables.
• Evaluate subcontractor performance and support the development of a reliable network of installation and service partners.
• Identify opportunities to improve project delivery, operational efficiency, cost management, and customer satisfaction.
• Develop and monitor project performance metrics, reporting processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support warranty-related investigations, corrective actions, and resolution of post-installation concerns.
• Promote a culture of safety, collaboration, quality, and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive project management experience, preferably within industrial equipment, commercial construction, material handling, manufacturing, or equipment installation environments.
• Proven experience independently managing complex, multi-phase projects involving technical coordination, equipment installations, subcontractors, and multiple stakeholders.
• Strong technical background in mechanical systems, electrical systems, industrial engineering, construction, automation, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience managing significant project budgets, financial forecasts, cost controls, and project profitability.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, construction specifications, and technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, procurement, contract administration, change orders, risk management, and commissioning processes.
• Experience coordinating and overseeing installation teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and cross-functional project stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, negotiation, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or similar platforms.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to project sites throughout Ontario and occasionally across Canada.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related technical discipline.