Project Manager- Occupational Health & Safety

Project Manager- Occupational Health & Safety

Position Reference #: 72496

Company (Client) Overview:

Our partnered hiring client is a premier firm specializing in high-quality occupational health and safety services for both large and small companies. 

They’s seeking to welcome a new project manager- occupational health and safety to join their team in Markham, Ontario.

Job Title: Project Manager- Occupational Health & Safety

Employment Type: Full-Time/ Permanent

Location: Markham, Ontario

Compensation:

The company offers an attractive salary and solid benefits.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Senior Manager, the Project Manager directs all phases of the consulting client program, including OH&S accreditation programs, from kick-off to completion. Responsible for leading the project team to ensure timely completion of consulting projects. Supports the development of best practices and establishment of internal processes/ Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to meet client objectives. Ensures that project delivery is aligned with client goals and established and/or developing SOPs. Acts as a key client contact for project activities, leading project review sessions with clients to present and review key deliverables. Analyzes problem/opportunity areas of assigned projects and evaluates options. 

Establishes project delivery schedules and milestones, and monitors adherence to project plans and quality standard. Identifies problems and obtains/directs solutions, including resource assignments. Directs the work of staff assigned to the project/project manager; provides leadership and coaching to foster professional development of staff assigned to the manager.

A Primary of Specific Duties & Responsibilities Includes:

The following outlines key responsibilities required for the Project Manager, Consulting Team:

  • Responsibility for leading the operations of assigned OH&S Project Team and the development of new OH&S consulting services including: 
    • Development and delivery of Job Hazard Analysis, Health and Safety Manual, Practices  and Procedures, Employee Safety Handbooks, Risk Assessments, etc.
    • Activities leading to the OH&S program accreditation for clients o Supports the strategic  business direction of the company and the consulting team; 
  • Contributes to the development of the teams’ operating plan to meet business objectives along with appropriate risk management strategies; 
  • Consulting Team Operations Plan • Resource allocation to assigned clients 
  • Establishes internal and external reporting 
  • Set performance goals and career development for team/individual. 
  • Implements operating plans to meet business objectives along with appropriate risk management strategies; 
  • Recommendations towards hiring plans and hiring strategies
  • Establishes project plan for assigned number of clients
  • Directs variance reporting for assigned clients
  • Establishes internal and external reporting
  • Set performance goals and career development for team/individual. 
  • Implements operating plans to meet business objectives along with appropriate risk management strategies; 
  • Recommendations towards hiring plans and hiring strategies 
  • Establishes project plan for assigned number of clients
  • Directs variance reporting for assigned clients 
  • Implements escalation procedures
  • Conducts performance evaluation for direct reports 
  • Conducts periodic meetings weekly, monthly etc. sets agenda and follow up 
  • AR management 
  • Explore possibilities to up-sale training program 
  • Collaborates internally within the business to leverage implementation capabilities. 
  • Keeps abreast of developments in the industry by involvement in industry events, associations and close liaison with stakeholders, suppliers and customers. 
  •  Helps develop new product and service offerings to clients. 

To be considered for this role, the project manager- occupational health & safety Should have the following qualification:

  • Bachelor’s degree in project management a related field 
  • 2-5 years experience in project management and the ability to meet deadlines and maintain program delivery within scope and budgets
  • Any experience within occupational health and safety is preferred. 
  • Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
  •  Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills o Strong client relationship management skills o Ability to manage and develop staff

How to apply?

You can apply by submitting your resume and cover letter directly to info@qeosh.ca or online on our website (www.qeosh.ca). Please indicate the position reference number in your email subject line.

QEOSH Staffing & Recruitment Inc. is Canada’s Exclusive Health & Safety Staffing & Recruitment. We are dedicated to employment equity and encourage applications from people of all genders, persons with disabilities, racial/visible minorities, and indigenous peoples. At QEOSH, we are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).