Project Manager Strategic Services

Our company:

At Kalesnikoff, we honor our heritage by investing in our future. As a family-owned, fourth-generation company, we’ve evolved from our roots in the forests to become a leader in the timber industry, but we’re not just resting on tradition. Today, Kalesnikoff is at the forefront of innovation, combining decades of expertise with cutting-edge technology to redefine what’s possible in wood design and construction.

Role and Objectives:

The Project Manager, Strategic Services is a key driver of Kalesnikoff’s enterprise-wide innovation and transformation. This role leads the delivery of cutting-edge technology initiatives, process optimizations, and systems advancements that directly support our rapid growth across Mass Timber, Sawmill, and Modular operations. By managing a diverse portfolio of projects, the Project Manager ensures our teams have the tools, systems, and insights needed to operate efficiently today while preparing for the next generation of digital and operational excellence.

Working at the intersection of business strategy and technical execution, this role works with cross-functional teams, builds alignment among leaders, and champions best-in-class project delivery practices. The Project Manager plays a pivotal role in shaping how new systems are adopted, how change is sustained, and how innovation becomes a core driver of our success. This is a highly influential role designed for someone excited to lead complex initiatives, elevate organizational capabilities, and help move Kalesnikoff into its next chapter of technological advancement.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership & Execution

• Lead end-to-end project management for systems and application initiatives, from planning through delivery
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, resource requirements and stakeholder groups
• Manage risks, issues, and dependencies to ensure successful outcomes
• Embed change management strategies into project delivery to ensure stakeholder readiness, adoption, and sustained business outcomes

Portfolio Oversight

• Maintain visibility across the project portfolio to ensure alignment with strategic business objectives
• Prioritize initiatives based on value, impact, and resource availability
• Provide regular portfolio updates to senior leadership and stakeholders

Cross-Functional Engagement

• Facilitate collaboration among leaders from various departments including but not limited to IT, Finance, Operations, and People & Culture
• Build consensus and drive decision-making across diverse stakeholder groups
• Serve as a liaison between technical teams and business units to ensure shared understanding and alignment

Governance & Reporting

• Establish and maintain project governance frameworks, including steering committees and stakeholder reviews
• Track and report on project performance metrics, budgets, and milestones
• Ensure compliance with internal standards, policies, and regulatory requirements

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve project delivery processes and tools
• Champion agile and hybrid methodologies where appropriate
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and innovation

Requirements:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Information Systems, or related field
• CAMP or PMP
• Certificate in Change Management (PROSCI, CCMP) considered an asset

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in project management, with a focus on systems and applications
• Proven experience managing cross-functional projects and portfolios
• Experience in leading teams is an asset

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, CRM, HRIS)
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in project management tools and software to plan, track, and report on initiatives

Compensation Package:

• Salary: $105,000.00 - $120,000.00 (Dependent on experience)
• Extended health benefits including health, dental, vision, travel, Health Spending Account and RRSP program.
• Team building and social events.
• Training, development, and mentorship opportunities
• Opportunity to advance in your career.
• Work-life balance.
• A great culture where we truly value our employees.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

At Kalesnikoff, working safely is an expectation. In your role you will have the time and resources needed to meet that expectation.

About our Kootenay home:

Are the mountains calling you? From beautiful parks and forests, pristine lakes, breathtaking valleys and stunning mountain ranges, the West Kootenay region is a highly desired and special place to call home. With an abundance of recreation including ski areas, golf courses, hot springs, and endless hiking, biking and other outdoor activities, the Kootenays isn’t just a region, it’s a lifestyle. Our vibrant mountain towns are full of arts, culture, food, history and caring communities. What are you doing after work today?

Equal opportunity commitment:

Kalesnikoff is a committed equal opportunity employer. Kalesnikoff’s recruitment strategy is designed to attract the best person for each position, to ensure equality of opportunity for all applicants, and to promote our corporate vision and culture. When considering applicants for positions within our Company, only job-related criteria such as ability, merit and responsibility are used to evaluate applicants. Kalesnikoff prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law.

Kalesnikoff is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. Kalesnikoff believes in integration and equal opportunity. Kalesnikoff is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner and will do so by identifying barriers to accessibility and meeting accessibility standards in accordance with applicable law.