Posted 15 days ago
Project Leader, Innovation
@ Hamilton Kent Inc.
Toronto, Ontario
Overview
Hamilton Kent Inc. is hiring a Project Leader, Innovation in Toronto to lead new product development from concept through commercialization for plastic and concrete pipe markets. The role manages cross-functional teams, budgets and senior leadership presentations, with a hybrid arrangement of 3 days per week on-site. Compensation is $70,800 to $88,500 annually, and occasional US travel requires a valid passport.
Pay:
$70,800–$88,500 a year
Responsibilities:
- Lead new product development projects on time, in scope and on budget
- Manage cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, sales and finance
- Develop project charters, timelines and risk mitigation strategies
- Prepare business cases and present updates to senior leadership
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (civil, mechanical, industrial) or business
- 2 to 5 years of project management in manufacturing or construction
- Proven leadership of cross-functional and complex projects
- Eligibility to travel to the United States with a valid passport
- PMP certification considered a strong asset
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-22
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: minimal · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | PMP |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Engineering, Business |
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Hamilton Kent Inc.
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Sealing Your Connection
Full company description
Since 1943 Hamilton Kent has been recognized as one of the leading international manufacturers and distributors of a full range of rubber gaskets for manholes and all types of pipe materials. Over the years, HK has developed numerous flexible pipe-to-manhole connectors, both cast-in and mechanically-installed, for ensuring watertight underground infrastructure. Recently added to HK’s product line is The Lifespan System, a watertight, corrosion-proof rubber manhole frame with a lock-down cast iron or composite cover, specifically designed to eliminate water inflow and infiltration through the cover or chimney area. If it has to be watertight, count on Hamilton Kent to Seal Your Connection!
- LinkedIn followers
- 7,668
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 92
- Reported office locations
- 77 Carlingview Drive, Toronto, ON M9W 5E6, CA
- 740 Baxter Lane, Winchester, TN 37398, US
- Business categories
- Manufacturing
- Other recorded names
- Hamilton Kent
- Specialties
- Pipe gaskets
- Pre-lubricated gaskets
- Manhole gaskets
- Box culvert gaskets
- Mechanical pipe-to-manhole connectors
- The Lifespan System manhole frame and cover
- Concrete pipe gaskets
- Concrete pip seals
- Rubber gaskets
- Rubber gaskets for plastic pipe
- Mechanical couplings
- Rubber parts for transportation
- Pipe-to-manhole connectors
- and Straub
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Since 1943 Hamilton Kent has been recognized as one of the leading international manufacturers and distributors of a full range of rubber gaskets for manholes and all types of pipe materials. Over the years, HK has developed numerous flexible pipe-to-manhole connectors, both cast-in and mechanically-installed, for ensuring watertight underground infrastructure. Recently added to HK’s product line is The Lifespan…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, ON |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1943 |
| Specialties | Pipe gasketsPre-lubricated gasketsManhole gasketsBox culvert gasketsMechanical pipe-to-manhole connectorsThe Lifespan System manhole frame and coverConcrete pipe gasketsConcrete pip sealsRubber gasketsRubber gaskets for plastic pipe |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 2 |
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Project Leader, Innovation
With ISO 9001:2015 certified locations in Toronto, Ontario, and Winchester, Tennessee, Hamilton Kent is a multinational manufacturer and distributor of resilient-rubber, watertight, sealing systems and components. Focusing primarily on seals for infrastructure pipe systems, we provide a complete package – from design and development, through production and testing, to warehousing and shipping.
Hamilton Kent is seeking a Project Leader, Innovation to lead the end-to-end development and launch of innovative products within our plastic and concrete pipe markets. Based in our Toronto, ON location, this role serves as the subject matter expert for pipe products and will drive initiatives from concept through commercialization using a structured Stage-Gate (AIM) methodology.
The compensation for this position is between $70,800 and $88,500 annually, based on experience and qualifications. This is a hybrid role, 3 days/week on-site, with flexibility for 5 days/week on-site.
Please note: The successful candidate must possess a valid passport and other pertinent documentation necessary for occasional travel to the US.
Key responsibilities
• Lead multiple new product development projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and budget
• Manage cross-functional teams across Engineering, Operations, Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Finance
• Develop project charters, timelines, resource plans, and risk mitigation strategies
• Drive collaboration and accountability across stakeholders to achieve project milestones
• Analyze budgets, costing, and financial performance to maintain project alignment
• Conduct market research and voice-of-customer analysis to define product requirements
• Prepare and present business cases, project updates, and recommendations to senior leadership
• Identify and resolve technical, operational, and organizational barriers impacting progress
Health, safety & environment
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental legislation and company policies
• Promote a culture of safety and ensure all employees and contractors adhere to site-specific rules
• Report and investigate incidents and unsafe conditions
• Utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE) in all applicable environments
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Industrial) or Business
• PMP certification (completed or in progress) is considered a strong asset
• Eligibility to travel to the United States
Experience & skills
• 2–5 years of project management experience in manufacturing or construction-related industries
• Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and complex projects
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint)
• Experience with AutoCAD or SolidWorks is an asset
Core competencies
• Change leadership and adaptability
• Collaboration and influence
• Accountability and results orientation
• Continuous improvement and innovation mindset
• Commitment to professional growth
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion advocacy
Working conditions & travel
This position operates primarily in an office environment (approximately 75%) with regular exposure to plant operations (approximately 25%). Candidates must be comfortable working in manufacturing environments and using appropriate PPE. Travel is required approximately 10% of the time, including visits to customer sites, supplier locations, and other company facilities.
Hamilton Kent is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for Hamilton Kent jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at [email protected]
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