Project Manager - Edmonton

REEL Alesa Ltd. (Montreal), a subsidiary of REEL Alesa AG located in Zurich Switzerland, is a world leader in material handling systems.

We specialize in the design, development and supply of custom solutions for the storage and handling of materials in the aluminum industry as well as other industries such as nickel, cement and energy.

As an international supplier, our products and solutions must be tailored to the specific requirements of each customer.

Our team needs to ensure that these requirements are met, from the first draft to the start of the system at the factory, while respecting the safety instructions, the time constraints, the climatic and environmental constraints, budget and any other challenge presented by the customer.

Working under the supervision of the Kitimat Area Manager, the Project Manager (PM) is responsible for leading the REEL Alesa presence in the area and support the local Alesa team, and to reinforce the technical relationships with Alesa Montreal’s team in order to identify and materialize business opportunities for new projects, spare parts sales andtechnical audits.

The role of the PM is to be the leader and acting body for the activities in the Kitimat, British Columbia area. In continuous liaison with the Kitimat Area Manager and Montreal office (acting as support), the PM will be responsible to execute the business development plan, and work jointly to develop proposals and provide services.

General

• Show local Alesa presence in the Kitimat area where we have a high concentration of Alesa equipment installed base
• Provide fast on the spot response and services to our client’s inquiries, at a more reasonable cost to our clients (no travel fees, ability to respond immediately)
• Identify and develop business opportunities in services to our clients
• Develop our key contacts further in the area so as to understand our client’s needs, the direction their business is taking, and stay informed of opportunities and future projects
• Renew and develop contacts with the technical developments team of our key client (RTA Kitimat) with the intention to collaborate in their developments
• In relation and collaboration with COH services, find synergies to increase overall REEL offerings, services and business opportunities
• Support our Montral team in execution of projects in the area

For Projects, when applicable

• Drive all phases of project management : resource planning, HSE planning, budgeting, scheduling, forecasting, procurement, logistics and fostering client relations.
• Convene with vendors on a global scale; negotiate prices, payment and delivery in order to obtain the highest quality merchandise at the lowest purchase costs.
• Partner with engineering & design team and apply critical chain methodology to maximize profitability by coordinating efficient design.
• Maximize sales during project execution by identifying / creating opportunities for growth within the scope of works; this is always executed in a manner that fosters a win-win situation for all parties involved.
• Participation in monthly project steering committee.
• Create value for our customers.

For Site Works, when applicable

• Carry out the commissioning activities of the systems and equipment in conjunction with the client team and proceed to take corrective action if necessary to meet our contractual obligations.
• Troubleshooting of equipment and systems on site to assist our clients and meet their expectations.
• Perform audits on different equipment and systems and suggest corrective actions if required.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Knowledge and understanding of the pneumatic conveying systems principles (Essential)
• Leadership capability (Essential)
• Knowledge of software such as Word, Excel, Autocad, Inventor (Essential)
• Must be able to speak and write in the English language.
• Must have a dynamic range of skills to cover the tasks at hand :
• Be able to maintain and abide to the highest standards Health and Safety rules and guidelines, leading by example.
• Possess wide technical expertise in the field of application
• Have the ability to troubleshoot and find solutions to technical issues
• Be able to develop solutions taking into account the clients constraints
• Be able to produce quality reports and recommendations / documentation
• Have good interpersonal skills to develop and maintain contacts
• Be able to identify scope of work for the development of sales / spares proposals
• Work and exchange information efficiently with a remote team (Montreal support)
• Be a team player
• Be client oriented
• Be able to lead teams of diverse specialties
• Be open minded to new developments and opportunities
• Be able to uphold the company’s reputation and continue to elevate the standards

This is a full-time position, located in Edmonton, Alberta