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Job Details:
Job Title: Project Manager & Estimator
Job Type: Full-time Permanent + Benefits
Work Model: Hybrid (3-4 days onsite) - training period will be fully onsite for a few weeks
Location: Scarborough, Ontario.
Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm (flexible schedule)
Salary: $70,000-75,000
Position Overview:
This role will support a leading retail display manufacturer by overseeing the full lifecycle of point-of-purchase display and promotional packaging initiatives. From initial costing and quoting through to final production and delivery, this role ensures projects are executed efficiently, within budget, and aligned with client expectations.
This position combines client interaction with hands-on operational coordination, calling for strong project management capabilities, financial acumen, and the ability to collaborate across multiple teams. Working closely with internal departments and external partners, you'll help drive projects forward while maintaining clear communication and high standards throughout.
Responsibilities:
- Own and manage projects from quote to delivery
- Define project scope, timelines, and deliverables with internal teams
- Coordinate design, production, suppliers, and logistics to ensure execution
- Proactively identify risks, solve problems, and keep projects on track
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients, providing clear updates and guidance
- Prepare accurate and competitive project estimates
- Source and negotiate pricing with supplier partners
- Balance cost efficiency with quality and client expectations
- Support pricing strategy to ensure profitability
- Work cross-functionally with Sales, Design, Production, and external suppliers
- Lead project meetings and ensure alignment across stakeholders
- Build strong relationships with clients and partners
- Support sales initiatives, presentations, and reporting as needed Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and outcomes
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in packaging, print, POP displays, or retail merchandising
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Experience with estimating, costing, or procurement is a strong asset
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with strong accountability
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word)
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