Project Manager

Position – Project Manager

Essential Duties and Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Manage customer projects from initial inquiry through final completion, ensuring scope, schedule, quality, and budget expectations are met.
• Review customer enquiries, specifications, drawings, bid qualifications, commercial terms, and delivery requirements to establish a full understanding of each project.
• Develop detailed scopes of work and communicate project requirements clearly to production, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and process complete plant job files including approved-for-construction drawings, customer specifications, Material From Stock Forms, Material Source Forms, traveler sheets, MQCP documentation, and related project records.
• Act as the primary liaison between customers and production personnel to maintain project clarity, resolve issues, and support on-time execution.
• Track project schedules and expedite work as required, advising customers promptly if timelines are at risk.
• Provide technical support to customers and develop practical, cost-effective solutions that align with project requirements and budgets.
• Attend customer sites or host customers in the plant to field measure, assess jobs, clarify requirements, and support execution planning.
• · Follow projects through completion including as-built documentation, invoice preparation support, internal paperwork routing, and project closeout.
• Additional Duties:
• · Build and maintain strong professional relationships with new and existing customers.
• · Support the Plant Manager with tooling, jigs, fixtures, process improvements, and implementation ideas that improve execution.
• · Oversee required detailed drawings to ensure they are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• · Maintain effective document control throughout the life of each project.
• · Identify, implement, and communicate cost-saving opportunities on each project.
• · Support effective utilization of fabrication personnel, materials, and facilities while maximizing profitability.
• · Ensure customer requirements and specifications are fully satisfied and delivered within the required timeframes.
• · Coordinate subcontract work and purchasing requirements to ensure materials and services are correct, complete, and on time.
• · Arrange transportation of goods with consideration for cost, load sizes, weights, and delivery requirements.
• · Support contract review, order acceptance, and review of commercial terms.
• · Purchase project, plant, building, machine, and maintenance services as required.
• · Attend and participate in networking opportunities and support broader departmental and organizational goals.
• · Support job file processing and project communication for fabrication, rolling, and service work.
• · Perform other duties as assigned.
• Requirements:
• · Degree or Diploma in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering preferred, or equivalent experience.
• · Minimum 5 years of Project Management experience in custom steel fabrication or a related industrial manufacturing environment preferred.
• · Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• · Strong customer service, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• · Ability to work effectively in a team environment with production personnel, project management staff, suppliers, and customers.
• · Self-starter with the ability to work independently after receiving direction.
• · Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• · Intermediate to advanced computer skills including AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and project scheduling tools; SolidWorks and Microsoft Project are considered assets.
• · Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle to visit local company locations and customer sites as required.
• · Familiarity with Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) codes and welding environments preferred.
• · ISO and N299 experience/qualification considered an asset.

Kubes Steel is an equal opportunity employer. If any accommodations are needed for the interview please feel free to contact us. Thank you.

Pay: $80,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Work Location: In person