Pivot HR Services

Engineering Project Manager

Mississauga, ON

Full-time

$98,686.06-$116,308.57

About This Job

Pivot HR Services is pleased to be hiring this Project Manager, Engineering role on behalf of our valued client.

About the Role

We are looking for a hands-on leader with strong technical and project management experience to guide the delivery of complex engineering initiatives and drive cross-functional collaboration. This role will oversee multi-disciplinary teams, coordinate with external partners, and ensure successful project execution from planning through implementation.

As Project Manager, Engineering, you will coordinate a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and technicians and act as a critical link between product development and customer delivery. This hands-on leadership role requires technical fluency, operational precision, and strategic thinking. You will be responsible for guiding project execution for both internal initiatives and external customer deployments, ensuring engineering deliverables meet scope, timeline, and budget—all while maintaining the highest quality standards.

You will work closely with senior leadership, including the CEO, and serve as a bridge between engineering, product, customer, and finance teams.

Key Responsibilities

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Lead and coordinate a cross-functional engineering team, working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners.

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Manage engineering deliverables related to product deployment, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and schedule.

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Drive the transition from R&D to scalable project execution, supporting the commercialization of clean energy systems.

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Oversee third-party contractors and vendors involved in the build and integration of critical systems.

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Monitor project budgets and report progress and variances to internal leadership.

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Establish KPIs and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes.

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Collaborate with leadership to embed a culture of accountability, safety, and innovation.

Requirements

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Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or other relevant Engineering discipline (required).

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Master’s Degree in Engineering or Management (preferred)

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5–10 years of progressive experience in engineering and project management, preferably within clean tech, energy, process industries, or advanced manufacturing.

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Proven leadership experience in managing complex engineering projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.

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Experience in commercializing new technologies or products is highly preferred.

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Background in customer-facing roles—whether business development or technical project management—is a strong asset.

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Familiarity with methodologies such as Six Sigma, Concurrent Engineering, or Integrated Product Development is an advantage.

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Strong understanding of early-stage company environments and the ability to thrive amidst ambiguity and growth.

Skills & Attributes

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Strong technical judgment and business acumen.

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Exceptional communication, collaboration, and negotiation skills.

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Ability to develop processes, establish priorities, and drive accountability.

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A natural leader who can build trust, energize teams, and create clarity in fast-paced settings.

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Financial literacy to manage large budgets and assess performance metrics.

Pivot HR Services is an equal opportunity recruitment partner. We value diversity and inclusion in all our hiring practices and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from equity-deserving communities.