WHAT YOU’LL DO:
In this role you will report into the Product department and facilitate the execution of key internal and external development projects. Projects may include the development of our more complex Coolant Distribution Units (CDUs) and Passive Coolant Loops (PCLs), and larger continuous improvement projects. This role sets project execution standards, mentors other Project Managers,
and ensures project outcomes drive business value and competitive advantage. This is a great opportunity for highly skilled Project Managers with experience in the Advanced Technology sector.
As a Senior Project Manager, you will:
- Own the definition, planning, and execution of project scope, requirements, timelines, and budgets for complex, cross-functional initiatives.
- Lead and align multidisciplinary teams—including mechanical, electrical, software, manufacturing, test, supply chain, and production—to ensure seamless project delivery.
- Drive proactive risk management, quality assurance, and KPI tracking to achieve project objectives related to schedule, cost, and performance.
- Apply sound project governance to control scope changes and maintain alignment with business and customer goals.
- Act as a central point of accountability for communication, issue resolution, and stakeholder alignment across the full project lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Lead large, complex NPI and strategic improvement projects, driving alignment with business objectives and technical innovation.
- Define project scope, requirements, schedules, budgets, and resource plans with minimal oversight, ensuring cross-functional accountability.
- Anticipate and mitigate execution risks across engineering, manufacturing, test, and supply chain functions.
- Mentor and support Project Managers in applying best practices, risk management, and communication strategies.
- Drive performance through advanced use of project tools (e.g., MS Project, ClickUp), custom dashboards, and KPI tracking.
- Apply structured change management processes to maintain project control and stakeholder trust.
- Lead regular program reviews and executive briefings, escalating issues proactively with data-driven insights.
- Facilitate strategic coordination with global teams, including APAC, to support seamless handoffs and resource alignment.
- Champion continuous improvement
WHO YOU ARE:
Basic Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience managing hardware-based NPI projects, including team leadership across engineering disciplines.
- Proven track record of launching complex electromechanical systems in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
- Advanced skills in stakeholder management, resource negotiation, and cross-functional alignment.
- Strong command of PLM (e.g., Arena), ERP (e.g., NetSuite), project tools (e.g., MS Project, ClickUp), and data visualization for reporting.
- Experience mentoring other PMs and influencing project governance and process maturity across an organization.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of software/firmware development coordination, GitHub, and MES tools is an asset.
- PMP or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
WHY COOLIT?
We strive to be an employer of choice and as such we believe in rewarding our employees with career and development opportunities that will maintain and strengthen our culture while aligning to our vision and values.
We are a company that is full of vibrant, innovative people who love what we do. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Vacation and flex days, and paid company-wide shutdown during the holiday season.
- Comprehensive benefits including Dental, Drugs, Optical, Paramedical and Health Spending. These costs are covered by CoolIT and are enacted from your first day.
- Dress for your day – in a casual yet professional environment.
- Retention rewards like “The Big Coffee Break” that reward tenure with additional vacation time and a monetary bonus.
- Company-funded RRSP contributions to support your long-term financial goals.
We thank every candidate in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo background checks including criminal records check and education.
About CoolIT Systems Inc.
Founded in Calgary, Alberta in 2001, CoolIT Systems is the leading Direct Liquid Cooling technology provider for data centers, supercomputers, and desktop computers. We design and manufacture solutions used by the largest tech companies globally.
Recognized as one of “The Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies 2023” by Financial Times and honored with the Deloitte Fast 50 Clean Technology award in 2022, as well as the Deloitte Fast 500 distinction in both 2021 and 2022, CoolIT's rapid growth is capturing global attention.
As demand for generative AI, high performance computing and cloud solutions rapidly expands, there has never been a more exciting time to join our team.
Annual or Hourly Compensation Range:
Benefits
Ecolab provides the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short-term and long-term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short-term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates), discount on day care services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and education assistance program, on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations. Click here for additional benefits information. If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.
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- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
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Skills Required
- 10+ years managing hardware-based NPI projects, including team leadership across engineering disciplines
- Proven track record of launching complex electromechanical systems in fast-paced manufacturing environments
- Advanced stakeholder management, resource negotiation, and cross-functional alignment skills
- Strong command of PLM (e.g., Arena), ERP (e.g., NetSuite), project tools (e.g., MS Project, ClickUp), and data visualization for reporting
- Experience mentoring other project managers and influencing project governance and process maturity
- Knowledge of software/firmware development coordination, GitHub, and MES tools
- PMP or equivalent certification
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests the company provides strong retirement programs, including a 401(k) with employer matching and a pension, alongside options like an employee stock purchase plan. Offerings such as retiree healthcare benefits and diverse investment choices reinforce long-term financial support.
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Healthcare Strength — Feedback suggests medical coverage is broad, with HSA plan options and company contributions, prescription benefits, dental and vision, and virtual care and mental health support. Company-paid wellness programs and income protection (short- and long-term disability, life and accident) further strengthen core coverage.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-focused programs include fertility support, adoption assistance, and paid parental leave, complemented by counseling and resource services. These offerings are positioned as supportive of employee well-being across different life stages.
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What We Do
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