Senior Project Manager Job in Montreal Recruiting by Boccard

Boccard Life Sciences, industrial integrator located in 35 countries, designs, manufactures, assembles, and installs process solutions for its customers worldwide in the Food & Ingredients, Pharmaceutical, Cosmetics, and Brewing Industries.Senior Project ManagerThe Senior Project Manager excels in carrying out, directing and managing the overall execution of customer CAPEX projects from project initiation to closing, applying Boccard Project Management System tools and processes, and standard project Management practices. Scope of projects may collectively or individually include: Conceptual Design, Basic Design, Detailed Design, Procurement, Shop Fabrication, Construction, Commissioning and Qualification.Position Functions:Plan and execute the project according to Boccard Project Management System and internal best practices in place. Accomplish and deliver the project objectives based on Boccard commitment: Safety First, On Time, On Spec, On BudgetKeep safety First, comply with OSHA regulations, anticipate safety issues take corrective actions, and report any violations to hierarchyManage from small to multi-million-dollar projects and develop business with ClientsPrepare monthly budget reports. Analyze and explain technical and budgetary variances for Estimate To Complete” and “Estimate At Completion” forecastsPrepare quotations, draft proposals, and support technical alignments. Review customer purchase orders for alignment with Boccard’s proposals and scope of work. Upon contract award, gather and review data from estimating phase and perform project initiationDuring project execution, monitor project scope, identify scope variations, and prepare estimates for change requests in compliance with contractual agreement and per internal rulesTrack execution schedule against baseline, identify project dependencies and variances, and report impacts to critical path and contractual milestonesCoordinate with Department Managers to plan and acquire the resources required and assemble the project team. Liaison with all project stakeholders throughout project lifecycleSet and continuously manage project expectations with team members and other internal and external stakeholdersOrganize and conduct project meetings (Kick Off Meeting, Weekly, Fortnightly, etc.) throughout the lifecycle of the projectContinuously monitor Project risks, using Boccard internal risk register, and take proactive actions using standard risk management tools (avoid, transfer, mitigate, manage)Track project KPIs and communicate metrics to stakeholders throughout the project executionDocument and manage project issues utilizing a project issue log and issuing non-conformity reports when appropriate. Collaborate with Quality Department to review and close non-conformity reports, help improve best practices, and standard operating proceduresThroughout the project, collaborate with Purchasing Department in vendor selection, issue purchase order requisitions as needed, and validate receipt of vendor goods and servicesParticipate in selecting suppliers, develop associated specifications and help in conducting RFQ process: offer analysis and technical comparison of offersProvide coordination between contractors onsite and customer representatives (i.e., safety manager, construction manager) and monitor contractors: respect of the scope, quality criterion as defined in the contract, open non-conformities when applicable and ensure application of related action planPrepare detailed technical specifications and equipment specifications for projects in food, or dairy, or beverage, or cosmetics, or pharmaceutical or brewery markets. Prepare technical bid packages for mechanical installation of process equipment, platforms, pipe racks, piping and other industrial components based on the scope of the projectsThroughout the project (as necessary) coordinate shop fabrication and onsite installation on assigned projects. Organize and facilitate acceptance tests (Simulations, FAT, SAT, Qualifications)Establish equipment list from validated P&ID, validate P&ID. Support Project Managers, Site Managers and Engineering Manager in all the design review (P&ID, drawing, 3D)In charge of project until full closure phase completion. Establish, manage, and solve project punch-list. Document project handover and execute Provisional and Final Acceptance certificates. Handle project reserves and claims and assist in securing final payment. Review deliverables from project team and vendors for compliance with specifications and scope of work, prior to submittal to customerCarry out project closeout, prepare project postmortem and report final project KPIs. Submit customer satisfaction survey and collect feedback. Prepare recommendations and document Lessons Learned.Requirements:Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (prefer Agricultural, Chemical, Mechanical, or Food Process emphasis).Ten years of experience in Hygienic Life Sciences: Food, Cosmetic, etc.A minimum of five years of proven experience in a CAPEX Project Manager role.Skills and Abilities:Exemplary team leader with strong problem-solving skillsStrong written and verbal communication skillsExcellent decision-making capabilitiesExcellent interpersonal skillsExcellent organizational skillsCompetency in MS suiteTravel: Yes, required.