Senior Project Manager, IoT Solutions Team

Job Requisition: Sr. Project Manager
IoT Solutions Team, Toronto, Ontario (Hybrid), Reporting to VP, IoT Solutions

ABOUT BLACKSTONE ENERGY

Blackstone Energy Services is a privately owned, integrated energy transition company that helps public institutions and private sector organizations manage their energy costs, consumption and carbon emissions. We are guided by our impassioned vision to take our clients to net-zero emissions by 2050 and crush their carbon footprint!

With our team of like-minded and award-winning climate champions, our success is built on developing responsible energy and carbon management solutions. We are a rapidly growing team with an entrepreneurial culture providing superior customer service and customized energy solutions.

Our head office is in the dynamic Yonge and Eglinton neighbourhood and is on the TTC subway line.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for leading and executing complex IoT projects across the Ontario region within Blackstone Energy Services’ portfolio. This role involves managing multiple initiatives simultaneously, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and coordinating design, vendor equipment, third-party licensing, installation, and subcontracting.

• Ensures that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meet financial performance targets, while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.

• Requires strong leadership in resource coordination, procurement, and compliance with safety and technical standards. The Senior Project Manager is accountable for the financial health of each project, including schedule of values development, billing, re-estimating budgets, profitability tracking, and cash flow management.

• Effective communication, documentation oversight, and client training are essential components of the role. A commitment to continuous learning is expected to maintain technical proficiency across a range of control systems and IoT devices, positioning this role as a key contributor to both operational success and strategic growth.

ADDITIONAL ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Project Management and Operations

• Ensure assigned project resources are engaged through all phases from development, from initial design and construction to commissioning and closeout.
• Ensure construction compliance with all relevant codes, standards, and safety regulations.
• Manage each projects invoicing process to ensure profitability and healthy cash flow.
• Lead top priority large scale projects development and delivery to ensure our most complex client engagements achieve the best possible quality, customer satisfaction, and technical performance outcomes.
• Mentor and support resources and reports in their technical and leadership development.
• Work closely with Project Management Office to leverage project delivery, management and governance processes, tools and policies for consistent successful and high-quality project development, delivery and performance.

 IoT Engineering

• Collaborate with internal teams to support functional requirements development, design and implement innovative energy, systems integration and automation solutions tailored to client needs.
• Collaborate with internal teams to optimize energy efficiency, energy performance and system sequences of operations to achieve maximum energy performance benefits .
• Secure approvals for technical submittals and coordinate with manufacturers.
• Utilize feedback and lessons learned to implement process improvements to enhance design of solutions and optimize project delivery.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and trades.
• Lead stakeholder communications, including progress meetings, schedule updates, action, issue and risk log management and resolution.
• Support business development efforts through cost estimation, proposal development
• Seek to align project execution with broader organizational goals and initiatives by regularly communicating with company wide stakeholders.
• Ensure the highest level of cyber security and data protection is observed and maintained in all areas project development, delivery and maintenance.

Additional Duties:

• Support interdepartmental, interdivisional, and intercompany goals, directives, and initiatives as endorsed by the Corporation. Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Diploma in Mechatronics / Instrumentation
  • HVAC Trade License or related field credentials
• Experience:
  • 10+ years of experience supporting and managing BAS, Industrial Automation or MSI type projects with a mix of new construction and retrofit projects.
  • Experience in healthcare, municipal, or higher education environments is highly valued.
  • Experienced with deployment of complex IoT, MSI solutions, SCADA/BAS background is asset.
  • Strong leadership, collaboration, communication, and financial acumen
• Skills:
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience in deploying IoT solutions, Master Systems Integration (MSI), Building Automation Systems (BAS), and complex systems integration projects
  • Proven ability to deliver projects using structured project management methodologies
  • Strong foundational knowledge of networking principles, including IT cybersecurity, VLAN configuration, routing, SCADA systems, BAS protocols, and wireless communications
  • Technically proficient in both IoT and IT domains, with a track record of successful client-facing engagements and solution delivery
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders
  • Advanced problem-solving capabilities, with a focus on resolving complex technical challenges in dynamic environments
• Certifications:
  • Niagara AX or N4 Technical Certification (Tridium)
  • Certified BACnet Professional (CBP)
  • Certified Technologist (CET) or (C.Tech)
  • Rest API, BACnet IP, Modbus MSTP/IP, JSON, SNMP
  • Certified Internet of Things Security Practitioner (CIoTSP)
  • Certified Building Commissioning Professional (CBCP)

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• An opportunity to join a dynamic, fast-paced energy transition with true climate responsibility impact
• A chance to join a company that has company reviews and a people-focused culture
• RRSP program with employer match
• Competitive salary that's bonus eligible
• Opportunity for professional growth and mentorship
• Flexible, hybrid work arrangements
• Company-paid Health & Wellness days off
• Fitness Club & Bike Share subsidy
• A collaborative, inclusive, solutions-oriented work culture.
• DEI+B Committee
• Central midtown Toronto office on the TTC line
• A fully funded, employee-focused health benefits plan (including vision care, an extensive Employee & Family Assistance Plan, and enhanced coverages for wellness-based practitioners such as mental health support, massage therapy and others)

Blackstone is an equal opportunity employer, providing equal opportunities to employees regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, or age.  We strive to maintain an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and heard, and can be their best selves at work.

Our commitment to sustainability and climate responsibility is foundational to who we are.  Read our Corporate ESG report here.  

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.  Our recruitment process does not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support activities such as application screening and candidate assessment. All hiring decisions are reviewed and made by human representatives of the Company.