Customer Project Manager

Title: Customer Specific Project Manager Vacant Position: Yes Salary Range: $75,000 - $95,000 Purpose of Role The Customer Specific Project Manager (CSP PM) is accountable for the successful delivery of customer-specific projects. Working with Sales, Technical Product Management, Application Engineering, CSP Engineering, Procurement, Operations, and Manufacturing, the CSP PM supports project acquisition and leads cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that meet customer requirements. The CSP PM manages project scope, requirements, schedules, costs, resources, risks, changes, and communication from project acquisition through delivery. The role requires frequent customer and stakeholder interaction and balances scope, schedule, cost, quality, and business objectives. The CSP PM also drives continuous improvement by documenting lessons learned and developing best practices for future projects. Key Duties and Responsibilities Perform the following duties to a competent level: Project Acquisition Work with Global Product Managers, Technical Product Managers, Application Engineering, and Sales to support project acquisition. Lead customer and stakeholder discussions to define functional, technical, regulatory, and commercial requirements. Conduct commercial and technical feasibility assessments. Support feasibility, delivery dates, cost estimates, and business case development. Develop project scopes, charters, requirements, and statements of work. Project Management Own Customer Specific Projects from inquiry through delivery in accordance with the CSP stage-gate process. Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, risk registers, change records, and project controls. Coordinate deliverables across international Engineering, Strategic Purchasing, Sales, IT, and other functions. Manage project costs, forecasts, and resource requirements. Monitor project progress and deliverables against established objectives. Identify and mitigate logistical, manufacturing, procurement, commissioning, and customer risks. Maintain project master data in SAP. Coordinate prototyping, design reviews, factory acceptance tests, customer witness testing, product testing, and validation. Consolidate technical results and translate findings into business recommendations. Manage stakeholder expectations through timely communication of status, milestones, risks, decisions, and escalations. Customer Specific Projects Department Share best practices and lessons learned with CSP Project Managers across the Condair Group. Lead project post-mortems and identify improvements for future projects. Document new and updated processes in Work Instructions. Maintain CSP Processes, Work Instructions, and ISO-related documentation. Travel up to 25% within North America and internationally as required. Adhere to Condair’s Quality Assurance System and Health and Safety policies. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Professional Skills, Qualifications, and Competencies Education and Experience: Canadian-specific work experience is not required. We welcome applications from candidates with international education and professional experience. Engineering or Technical Degree. Three (3) or more years of experience in an engineering, technical marketing, or product management environment is an asset. Language Skills: Excellent verbal, writing and comprehension skills in English. Demonstrates a wide degree of creativity and expressiveness with the English language. Demonstrated ability to communicate technically, in writing and verbally. Above-average written communication and editing skills. German, French, and/or other languages are considered an asset. Ability to Reason: Strong planning and organization skills are required. Ability to prioritize work, set targets, and make decisions. Ability to work accurately and methodically under pressure. Familiarity with milestone-based project methodologies is an asset. Computer Skills: Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Jaspersoft, and/or enterprise resource planning systems (SAP) is an asset. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office tools. Experience with accelerating workflows using machine learning, large language model, and AI tools is an asset. Math Skills: Ability to perform numerical calculations related to technical, financial, and planning topics at a post-secondary level is required. Certificates/Licenses: Professional Engineering license and Certified Project Management Professional designations considered an asset. A valid and up to date passport and hte ability to travel domestically and internationally is required. Other: Proven ability to work in Canada and the ability to travel abroad (USA, Europe) as required. Once probationary period is achieved, the ability to work on-site at our Ottawa location a minimum of three (3) days per week is required. Confidence presenting in front of groups. Personal Characteristics Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to other’s views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Offers to help others to achieve common goals. Drive: Exhibits a drive to do all work required to achieve success. Aims to do the right thing without being told. Works well independently and is self-motivated. Ethics: Works with integrity and strong morals/ethics. Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure and follows through on commitments. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their position. Accepts responsibility for own actions and asks for help when needed. Safety: Observes safety and security procedures. Uses equipment and materials properly and as instructed. Dependability: Is consistently at work and on time and completes work in a timely manner. Able to deal with change, delays, and unexpected events. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to: Regularly use a seated computer workstation Regularly stand, bend, and twist for the purpose of setting up events and in-house meetings Occasionally lift and carry moderate loads, up to 22 kg, to organize in-house meetings and events. Travel domestically and internationally Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the job duties, the employee is regularly exposed to: Seated office environment Manufacturing facility Testing / Engineering labs Airports, airplanes, and other places that are associated with business travel Indoor and outdoor mechanical spaces, including rooftops and basements Customer facilities across a variety of industries and applications Benefits/Perks Condair provides the following benefits to permanent employees, subject to change: Medical, dental, and vision benefits Long-term disability insurance Life insurance/AD&D Pension/RRSP/TFSA Paid vacation and sick leave Free on-site gym and parking Free monthly lunches Employee appreciation events Artificial Intelligence Disclosure This recruitment process does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. All applications are reviewed by Condair hiring personnel. Accommodation We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace by providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If you have an accommodation request, require material in an accessible format, or need additional support with the application process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or call 613-822-0335 and ask to speak with Human Resources. Acknowledgement This job description reflects the immediate requirements of the post. As the duties of the post develop and requirements of the company change, the post holder will be required to carry out other duties. About the Company Condair Group, founded in 1948 and based in Switzerland, is a global leader in humidification, dehumidification, and evaporative cooling. Supported by science, Condair engineers individual, holistic solutions that customers can trust throughout the product lifecycle. With optimal humidity, we increase productivity and create healthier built environments. Condair Group has production sites in Europe, North America, and China, its own sales and service organizations in 23 countries, and representatives in over 50 locations worldwide. Our Vision: To create healthier built environments and increase productivity with the optimal humidity for a better life. Our Mission: Driven by our customers’ needs and supported by science, we engineer reliable, sustainable solutions. Slogan: Humidity for a better life Our Values: We act on our Vision We are reliable We are result-oriented We empower our people We improve human life

The Customer Specific Project Manager is responsible for leading cross-functional teams to deliver customer-specific projects from acquisition through delivery. This includes managing project scope, schedules, costs, and risks while maintaining communication with international stakeholders.

Candidates must hold an Engineering or Technical degree and possess strong English communication skills. Experience in technical marketing or product management and familiarity with SAP or project management methodologies is highly valued.

• Medical benefits • Dental benefits • Vision benefits • Long-term disability insurance • Life insurance/AD&D • Pension/RRSP/TFSA • Paid vacation • Sick leave • Free on-site gym • Free on-site parking • Free monthly lunches • Employee appreciation events

• Quality assurancePreferred
• Microsoft OfficePreferred
• Project managementPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Project Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Risk Mitigation
• Budget Forecasting
• SAP
• Microsoft Office
• Technical Writing
• Cross-functional Leadership
• Change Management
• Feasibility Assessment
• Stage-gate Process
• Resource Planning
• Quality Assurance
• AI Tools
• CRM

• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing
• Customer Service & Support

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 18, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Office presence

3 days per week

Seniority

Associate

Application method

Direct apply is available