About
About Coolit Systems Inc.
Founded in Calgary, Alberta in 2001, CoolIT Systems is the leading Direct Liquid Cooling technology provider for data centers, supercomputers, and desktop computers. We design and manufacture solutions used by the largest tech companies globally.
Recognized as one of "The Americas' Fastest Growing Companies 2023" by Financial Times and honored with the Deloitte Fast 50 Clean Technology award in 2022, as well as the Deloitte Fast 500 distinction in both 2021 and 2022, CoolIT's rapid growth is capturing global attention.
As demand for generative AI, high performance computing and cloud solutions rapidly expands, there has never been a more exciting time to join our team.
What You'll Do
Role
The OpEx/CapEx Project Manager plays a critical role in driving CoolIT's operational excellence and strategic growth. This position is responsible for leading cross-functional initiatives that enhance manufacturing capability, scale global operations, optimize cost structures, and enable strategic infrastructure expansion. The role offers the opportunity to influence both near-term operational performance and long-term business transformation through disciplined, data-driven project leadership. This is a great opportunity for highly skilled Project Managers with experience in the Advanced Technology sector.
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end project management for OpEx (Operational Excellence), CapEx (Capital Expenditures), and strategic operational projects, ensuring alignment with CoolIT's key strategic objectives and value stream priorities.
Develop comprehensive project charters, scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans; obtain required approvals via PMO/Finance processes.
Manage financials across OpEx and CapEx budgets—including ROI requirements, adherence to Budget IDs, cost tracking, and alignment with NetSuite and ClickUp governance.
Oversee execution of infrastructure, equipment, automation, and process‑improvement initiatives, ensuring readiness of facilities, manufacturing lines, and supporting systems.
Coordinate cross-functional teams including Engineering, Product, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, IT, and Finance to ensure synchronized delivery.
Conduct risk assessments, mitigation planning, and active issue management to maintain project health and timeline adherence.
Ensure adherence to PMO methodologies, including change control, documentation, lessons learned, and ClickUp/SharePoint governance.
Provide structured communication through project updates, executive summaries, milestone reviews, and stakeholder presentations.
Drive continuous improvement and standardization of project workflows, reporting tools, and operational processes.
Example Projects
Stand-up of new manufacturing lines and related automation equipment.
Facility expansions, production footprint redesigns, and infrastructure upgrades.
Implementation of efficiency-driven continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., throughput increases, takt time reduction, cost avoidance).
Procurement and commissioning of capital equipment (end of line test stations, tooling, test equipment, lab infrastructure).
Cross-functional initiatives involving supply chain resilience, quality improvements, or production scaling.
Who You Are
Basic Qualifications:
Engineering/Technical diploma or bachelor's degree;
5+ years of proven experience managing complex OpEx, CapEx, or continuous improvement projects in a manufacturing, engineering, or technology environment.
Strong proficiency in project management methodologies and tools (PM, PLM, ERP, MES)
Ability to manage budgets, financial analysis, and ROI-driven decision-making.
Exceptional communication, leadership, and cross-functional facilitation skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
PMP, Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent certifications considered an asset.
Experience in ClickUp, SharePoint, NetSuite, Factory Logix preferred.
Skills
Strategic Thinking & Alignment
Financial and Business Acumen
Risk & Change Management
Cross-functional Leadership
Data-driven Execution
Stakeholder Communication
WHY COOLIT?
We strive to be an employer of choice and as such we believe in rewarding our employees with career and development opportunities that will maintain and strengthen our culture while aligning to our vision and values.
Benefits
We are a company that is full of vibrant, innovative people who love what we do. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Vacation and flex days, and paid company-wide shutdown during the holiday season.
Comprehensive benefits including Dental, Drugs, Optical, Paramedical and Health Spending. These costs are covered by CoolIT and are enacted from your first day.
Dress for your day – in a casual yet professional environment.
Retention rewards like "The Big Coffee Break" that reward tenure with additional vacation time and a monetary bonus.
Employee ownership program.
Company-funded RRSP contributions to support your long-term financial goals.
We thank every candidate in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo background checks including criminal records check and education.
Languages
- English
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