General Manager Engineering (Permanent Position) (1064703)

Location: Hamilton, ON

Salary: $150,000.00 CAD Annually - $180,000.00 CAD Annually

Description: Our client is currently seeking a General Manager Engineering (Permanent Position)

Job Description

Client is currently seeking a talented and experienced General Manager (GM) Engineering to lead our Engineering Team. As GM Engineering, you will be responsible for leading the overall engineering strategy to enhance efficiency and innovation of Project Management and Discipline Engineering. Your primary focus will be overseeing execution of high-value, multi-discipline capital projects while maintaining engineering standards, ensuring paramount safety and environmental standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Additionally, this individual will support the development and mentorship of a team of high performing technical experts.

The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background with a proven track record of successfully managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects with an annual value exceeding 100M USD

Accountabilities

Health & Safety Leadership:

• Champion a culture of safety by ensuring strict adherence to health and safety, regulations.
• Lead initiatives to maintain a safe work environment, promote best practices, and drive compliance across all engineering projects for own and contractors’ employees.
  
  

Strategic Leadership

• Collaborate with the Vice President of Technology and Manufacturing leaders to set long-term technical and strategic goals for the Engineering Business Unit.
• Develop and implement the engineering strategy in alignment with overall business goals, ensuring competitiveness and operational excellence.
• Lead initiatives that foster innovation, drive continuous improvement, and enhance the company's competitive position through engineering excellence.
  
  

Capital Projects

• Manage the end-to-end Multi-Year Planning of CAPEX in coordination with Manufacturing Leaders and Executive Team.
• Drive project preparation, planning and execution, including business case development, risk analysis, cost estimation, and scheduling for high-value capital projects.
• Ensure implementation of rigorous risk management practices, including project risk assessments and ongoing updates throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee the management of project changes in scope, budget, or timeline, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals.
• Champion the Capital Investment Project Methodology within client and North America Project Management Office, respectively.
  
  

Capital Portfolio Management

• Oversee the planning and execution of large-scale capital projects (valued annually at >USD 100M+) and ensure timely, budget-conscious delivery.
• Provide high level strategic oversight for the Engineering Department’s resource allocation, budgeting, and performance metrics.
  
  

Plant Engineering

• Lead the strategies and tactics to provide Plant Engineering design work required to preserve and continuously improve existing physical assets, including plant equipment, facilities, and infrastructure.
• Support development and implementation of preventive maintenance strategy to reduce unexpected equipment failures and downtime.
• Support the implementation of energy-saving initiatives to reduce operational costs and improve environmental performance.
  
  

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Build and maintain strong relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders across manufacturing, procurement, finance, and other departments to ensure Capital Projects align with overall business goals ensuring successful execution of long-term capital strategy.
• Collaborate with global partners and external stakeholders to benchmark best practices and incorporate industry-leading innovations.
  
  

Innovation & Process Improvement

• Lead the adoption of innovative engineering practices and technologies to improve efficiency, productivity, and environmental sustainability.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, staying ahead of industry trends and ensuring the organization remains a leader in technical innovation.
  
  

Leadership Development

• Lead and mentor a team of engineering professionals, fostering a high-performance culture centered on technical excellence and collaboration.
• Leverage Talent and Succession best practices to attract, develop and retain key talent by fostering a culture of continuous development.
  
  

Qualifications

• Experience: 10+ years of progressive engineering experience with 5+ years in senior management roles.
• Education: University degree in Engineering; Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) accreditation. Project Management certification is a strong asset.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong knowledge of Plant Engineering Processes, Capital Portfolio Management including emerging technologies and industry best practices. Experience is Steel Industry.
• Communication Skills: Strong ability to present complex ideas clearly and concisely, while effectively influencing and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Project Management: Strong expertise in capital project management, with a track record of managing complex projects valued annually at USD 100 M+.
• Leadership Skills: Proven leadership in managing large-scale engineering projects and a hands-on approach to operational excellence. Ability to lead, influence, and motivate teams, driving results in a fast-paced, industrial environment.
• Business Acumen: Ability to align technical initiatives with long-term business goals and drive a future-focused engineering strategy. Strong understanding of financial metrics and business processes.
  
  

Work Environment

Office and Plant Environment Hours of Work: Days, Monday to Friday with extended hours as required to meet internal/external customer requirements.

Contact: [email protected]

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