Project Design Manager (Canada or USA)
Company: Primero Group
Role summary
Project Design Manager (Canada or USA) is a full-time role at Primero Group in Canada (hybrid). Posted 2026-10-02. Salary: CAD 140,000–190,000 per year. Experience level: 10+.
- Job title
- Project Design Manager (Canada or USA)
- Company
- Primero Group
- Location
- Canada
- Work arrangement
- hybrid
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Salary
- CAD 140,000–190,000 per year
- Experience level
- 10+
- Date posted
- 2026-10-02
This Project Design Manager role offers a great salary and the chance to join a growing, international company. You'll be a key player in their expansion, working on exciting projects. It's a permanent, full-time position with multiple location options across Canada and the USA.
Job description
Description & Requirements
Project Design Manager
Location: Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver or USA (Salt Lake City)
Type: Permanent Full-time
Salary: $140,000 CAD – $190,000 CAD
This posting is also available in French. Both postings refer to the same position.
Primero America’s team is currently looking for a Project Design Manager
This is a unique opportunity to join our talented team and be part of Primero’s growth and success. Primero is an Australian-founded company, established in 2011 and growing consistently in Montreal since 2016. We expanded into Houston in 2022 and Toronto in 2023, strengthening our North American presence. We specialize in the design, procurement, and construction management of mineral processing plants.
As a Project Design Manager , you will be responsible to coordinate all drafting and engineering matters relating to a project, helping to ensure that the multi-disciplinary teams building the project work together smoothly and that everything is delivered on time and within budget.
The position operates under a hybrid work model, with regular in-office presence combined with remote work and in-person meetings with clients. The Project Design Manager reports directly to the Engineering Manager.
K ey responsibilities:
Ensure project design personnel comply with established design procedures
Ensure design deliverables meet applicable legislation, standards, and client and third-party requirements
Ensure the technical integrity and quality of all design outputs
Ensure design deliverables are completed within the approved budget
Maintain and update design progress, including issues, holds, changes, risks, and deliverables registers
Lead and document regular design coordination meetings in accordance with design procedures
Ensure design outputs are optimized for constructability, operability, and maintainability
Provide feedback to the Technical Manager on the effectiveness of quality systems and design team performance
Represent the company and support the development of strong client relationships
Support and contribute to Safety in Design requirements and reporting
Actively contribute to project execution and support the design team as required
What we’re looking for:
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10+ years of experience within the mining or resource industry
Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng./PE) in Canada or the United States, or eligible to obtain licensure in the short term
Strong experience in mentoring and people management
Strong understanding of applicable codes and standards
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
Understanding of project scheduling and its coordination with engineering and project delivery activities
Strong awareness and implementation of HSE practices
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Ability to travel occasionally to the United States for work purposes
Position details
40 hours per week
Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada or the United States
Competitive salary tailored to your skills and experience
Full insurance coverage from day one
Retirement plan with 5% employer matching
Up to 10 paid sick days per year
Casual dress code
Flexible, hybrid work schedule
Friendly, casual work atmosphere
Send your application to: HR@primero.ca
General information
Name
Project Design Manager
Ref #
1272425
Date
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Country
Canada
Department
Engineering Management
Business unit
Design
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