Management & leadership jobs in Canada

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Counted Oct 25, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 4,410
Employers: 1,781

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $101,030Across 543 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $51.55Across 165 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $117,061Across 22 listings
Average starting payCAD / month: $20,306Across 11 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 2%71 listings
Hybrid: 34%1,494 listings
On-site: 64%2,839 listings

Not specified: <1% (6 listings)

Employers hiring include WSP in Canada (125), Pomerleau (94), S M Software Solutions Inc (72).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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Project Manager - Space & Defense Programs
ABB
Quebec, QC
- Full-time
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Project Manager
Industrial Refrigeration Pros
Ritchot, MB
- Full-time
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Project Manager (Town Hall) - Temporary Full-Time
Town of Tillsonburg
Tillsonburg, ON
- $106,412 to $124,488 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Contract
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Project Manager, Construction (Canada East)
BOXX Modular (Canada)
Stoney Creek, NB
- Full-time
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Electrical Project Manager/Estimator
Wilson & Associates Contracting Ltd
London, ON
- Full-time
This leadership role combines estimating and project management. You will price comme
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Project Manager - Western Canada
Siemens Healthineers
Calgary, AB · YYC M
- Full-time
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Project Manager - Real Estate
Turner & Townsend
AB · Edmonton, Canada
- Full-time
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Project Manager - Real Estate
Turner & Townsend
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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Project Manager
ADGA Group
Ottawa, ON
- $125,000 to $165,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Project Manager (Town Hall) - Temporary Full-Time
Town of Tillsonburg
Tillsonburg, ON
- Full-time
- Contract
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Project Manager
Intellect Design Arena Ltd
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
…size, complexity and impact for customers. This role provides leadership and direction to a moderate-sized project team, ensuring successful delivery and alignment with organizational…
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Project Manager
ADGA Group Consultants Inc
Ottawa, ON
- $125,000 to $165,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Senior Project Manager
BGBx
ON
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Project Manager
CANARIE
Ottawa, ON
- Contract
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IMA Project Manager
Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA, Inc.)
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
Transformation / change management / PM experience with a focus on Ca
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Geotechnical Project Manager
AtkinsRéalis
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
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Project Manager - ICI - Ottawa
Michael Page
Ottawa, ON
- $100,000 to $130,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Geotechnical Project Manager
AtkinsRéalis
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
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Project Manager, Transformation
TK Elevator
Toronto, ON · Scarborough, ON
- Full-time
4 to 7 years of demonstrated Project Management experience leading multiple concurrent business and technology transformation initiatives. Proven experience delivering projects across…
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PROJECT MANAGER (PRIORITY DEVELOPMENT REVIEW)
City of Toronto
Toronto, ON
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Engineering Project Manager
Canadian Executive Search Group (USA) Inc / Division of Arrow Group of Companies
St. Marys, ON
- Full-time
This role works closely with engineering, manufacturing, customers, suppliers, and management to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
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Project Manager, Construction
Clearlight Energy
Oakville, ON
- Full-time
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Project Manager
Intero Integrity
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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Assistant Project Manager
Michael Page
Toronto, ON · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
- $90,000 to $100,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Gestionnaire de projets, Transferts technologiques / Project Manager, Technology Transfers
Jubilant Pharma Limited
Montreal, QC
- Full-time

ABB

Project Manager - Space & Defense Programs

Quebec, QC, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 30, 2026
Experience: A minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience managing complex or contractual projects.
Posting language: English · French
Posted: Sep 30, 2026

Original job description

English section of this bilingual listing.

ABB Measurement and Analytics designs, manufactures and markets near- and mid-infrared analytical systems for the petroleum, chemistry, life sciences, semiconductors, academic and metallurgy industries, and instruments for remote sensing applications and aerospace. Added to this portfolio is the product line of lasers for level control and volumetric measurement of dried, solid or liquid raw materials.

JOB: Project Manager – Space & Defense Programs

The successful candidate will be responsible for the execution of complex contractual projects involving the development and delivery of space instruments and payloads. The Project Manager will oversee the commercial, contractual, financial, and operational aspects of the projects, from the proposal stage through delivery and closeout.

The position requires an excellent ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary technical teams, customers, partners, and management. The Project Manager may be required to lead several projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

The main responsibilities of this position is the management, commercial and customer aspects of assigned projects, including:

Act as the primary point of contact for customers and partners.
Participate in proposal preparation and in the analysis of contractual and technical requirements.
Develop and maintain project plans, budgets, schedules, resource plans, and delivery strategies.
Lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate priorities with functional managers.
Plan and coordinate key internal program reviews and project milestones.
Manage project risks, opportunities, scope, changes, and priorities.
Monitor financial performance, milestones, performance indicators, and critical paths.
Implement recovery plans when required.
Manage suppliers, subcontractors, and external partners in collaboration with the relevant teams.
Ensure compliance with contractual, quality, security, and export control requirements.
Ensure the delivery and acceptance of products, software, documentation, and test results.
Prepare and negotiate change requests and contract amendments.
Clearly communicate project status, risks, and issues to management.

Skills

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Good understanding of commercial and contractual matters.
Ability to work with international and multicultural teams.
Bilingual proficiency in French and English, both written and spoken.
Strong command of contract management, including the interpretation of contractual clauses, monitoring of obligations, management of changes, and protection of the company’s interests.

Experience And Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related field.
A minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience managing complex or contractual projects.
Experience in the space, aerospace, defense, or high-technology sectors is strongly preferred.
Experience managing budgets, schedules, contractual deliverables, and customer relationships.
PMP certification or an equivalent qualification is preferred.
Ability to obtain the security clearance required under the Controlled Goods Program.
Availability for occasional travel.

Read the full bilingual original

Chez ABB, nous aidons les industries à être plus efficaces et plus durables, et chaque personne ici contribue à cet impact. Vous aurez le pouvoir d’agir, le soutien nécessaire pour évoluer et la fierté de participer aux résultats que nous créons ensemble. Joignez-vous à nous et contribuez à ce qui fait avancer le monde.

ABB Measurement and Analytics designs, manufactures and markets near- and mid-infrared analytical systems for the petroleum, chemistry, life sciences, semiconductors, academic and metallurgy industries, and instruments for remote sensing applications and aerospace. Added to this portfolio is the product line of lasers for level control and volumetric measurement of dried, solid or liquid raw materials.

JOB: Project Manager – Space & Defense Programs

The successful candidate will be responsible for the execution of complex contractual projects involving the development and delivery of space instruments and payloads. The Project Manager will oversee the commercial, contractual, financial, and operational aspects of the projects, from the proposal stage through delivery and closeout.

The position requires an excellent ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary technical teams, customers, partners, and management. The Project Manager may be required to lead several projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

The main responsibilities of this position is the management, commercial and customer aspects of assigned projects, including:

Act as the primary point of contact for customers and partners.
Participate in proposal preparation and in the analysis of contractual and technical requirements.
Develop and maintain project plans, budgets, schedules, resource plans, and delivery strategies.
Lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate priorities with functional managers.
Plan and coordinate key internal program reviews and project milestones.
Manage project risks, opportunities, scope, changes, and priorities.
Monitor financial performance, milestones, performance indicators, and critical paths.
Implement recovery plans when required.
Manage suppliers, subcontractors, and external partners in collaboration with the relevant teams.
Ensure compliance with contractual, quality, security, and export control requirements.
Ensure the delivery and acceptance of products, software, documentation, and test results.
Prepare and negotiate change requests and contract amendments.
Clearly communicate project status, risks, and issues to management.
Ensure contractual and financial closeout and document lessons learned.

Skills

Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong planning, financial management, and risk management skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Good understanding of commercial and contractual matters.
Ability to work with international and multicultural teams.
Bilingual proficiency in French and English, both written and spoken.
Strong command of contract management, including the interpretation of contractual clauses, monitoring of obligations, management of changes, and protection of the company’s interests.

Experience And Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related field.
A minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience managing complex or contractual projects.
Experience in the space, aerospace, defense, or high-technology sectors is strongly preferred.
Experience managing budgets, schedules, contractual deliverables, and customer relationships.
PMP certification or an equivalent qualification is preferred.
Ability to obtain the security clearance required under the Controlled Goods Program.
Availability for occasional travel.

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ABB Valorise Le Dévouement, L’engagement Et L’expertise De Tous Ses Employés. En Tant Qu’employeur Souscrivant Aux Principes De L’équité En Matière D’emploi, Nous Nous Engageons à Favoriser Un Milieu De Travail Inclusif Et Diversifié. Nous Appuyons Activement Les Principes De La Loi Sur L’équité En Matière D’emploi Et Nous Efforçons De Bâtir Un Effectif Qui Reflète La Diversité Du Canada, Notamment

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Responsibilities

Manage complex space and defense projects from proposal through delivery and closeout, overseeing commercial, contractual, financial, and operational execution. Lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate customers and suppliers, manage project plans, risks, changes, and performance, and ensure contractual compliance and successful delivery and acceptance.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related field and 5 to 7 years of experience managing complex or contractual projects. Space, aerospace, defense, or high-technology experience is strongly preferred; PMP or equivalent certification is preferred, along with French and English proficiency and the ability to obtain Controlled Goods Program security clearance.

Skills

Multidisciplinary Team Leadership
Communication
Negotiation
Stakeholder Management
Project Planning
Financial Management
Risk Management
Contract Management
Schedule Management
Problem-Solving
Decision-Making
Change Management
Supplier Management
Export Control Compliance
French and English Bilingual Proficiency

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Keywords

Project Management
Space Instruments
Payloads
Space Programs
Defense
Aerospace
High Technology
Contract Management
Commercial Management
Budget Management
Schedule Management
Resource Planning
Risk Management
Change Requests
Contract Amendments
Supplier Management
Subcontractor Management
Multidisciplinary Teams
Program Reviews
Project Milestones
Financial Performance
Quality Compliance
Security Compliance
Export Control
Controlled Goods Program
PMP Certification
French
English
Project Closeout

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