Project Manager

GFL Environmental Inc. • Mississauga, ON

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager (PM) primary function will be to support operations managers with project preparation, research, technical planning, development of safe work procedures, developing project budgets, and communications toward managing expenses and overall project objectives. The PM will also provide training and guidance as required to operations personnel to ensure the highest level of safety is displayed in the field. In addition, the PM will support emergency response teams often filling the role of homebase coordinator. The Project Manager (PM) supports operations managers with project preparation, building proposals, research, technical planning, safety procedures, project budgeting, and expense management. Crucially, the PM serves as a primary bridge to key accounts, driving client relationship management and identifying business development opportunities to grow the branch. The PM also provides guidance and training to operations personnel, supports site management as a site coordinator, and ensures the highest standards of safety and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Proven experience in account management, client retention, or business development within an industrial or environmental services environment.
• Strong knowledge of environmental industry practices and heavy equipment (e.g., Automated High-Pressure Cleaning, Vacuum Trucks, Chemical Cleaning).
• Familiarity with WHMIS controlled products, chemistry, Gantt charts, and technical project planning.
• Formal project management and leadership training.
• Strong leadership capacity to motivate team members and drive collective success.
• Availability outside regular business hours for project coordination and emergency client support.
• Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required.
• Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

Nice To Haves

• A university degree/diploma in Sciences or Business is considered a strong asset.
• Experience in a unionized environment is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Actively cultivate, manage, and expand strong relationships with existing and prospective clients. Partner with business development teams and account managers to identify new opportunities, secure project work, and deliver exceptional customer service.
• Build competitive, high-quality price estimates and technical quotations for specialized scopes of work. Participate in regular P & amp reviews to analyze financials and collaborate with the Branch Manager on strategic growth initiatives.
• Assist the Branch Manager with major project pre-planning, scheduling, asset securement, equipment rentals, subcontractor management, daily tracking, and project closure.
• Conduct research and develop new procedures to optimize operations. Complete technical closure reports for customers and regulatory bodies while maintaining strict safety compliance through weekly field inspections.
• Provide hands-on site coordination and participate in field work when necessary to support operations teams, ensure smooth execution, and maintain open communication channels.
• Attend required meetings and perform additional duties as directed to support overall branch objectives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree