Our story starts in 1911, manufacturing cables to support the distribution of power generated from Niagara Falls, Nexans has proudly contributed to Canada's growth. We have been involved in many of Canada's most ambitious projects; from dams, bridges, energy transmission and distribution to railroads and transportation. We are a vertically integrated manufacturer and our products are made at facilities located in Quebec, Ontario, and Saskatchewan.
As a Project Specialist, you will report directly to the Project Manager. This role is part of the Major Project Group, focusing on Nexans Canada verticals such as Data Centers, Renewables, Giga-Factories, Mass Transit, Power Grid & Industrial.
GETTING TO KNOW THE POSITION
One of the strategic orientations that Nexans pursues consists in capturing growth and differentiating its offer by escalading the value chain from the production of cables towards the provision of innovative cable systems and services and solutions to better address the current and future needs of our partners and customers.
The Project Specialist mission is to manage the full lifecycle of complex, large-scale project opportunities within an assigned strategic market vertical — from early-stage identification and bid coordination through to post-award execution and delivery. The role requires strong project management discipline, technical product knowledge, and the ability to work cross-functionally to ensure Nexans delivers its commitments in high-priority growth segments. manage the full sales cycle and order processing of accounts, while providing a high standard of customer service.
HOW YOU MAKE AN IMPACT
Project Prospect & Pipeline Management
Prepare quotes and maintain a live pipeline of project opportunities within the assigned vertical, monitoring progress from identification through award and order intake
Manage project forecasting, order tracking, and status reporting in CRM and internal systems
Support pricing governance processes for high-value or non-standard bids




Partner with the Business Development and RSM teams to ensure project activity and vertical intelligence contribute to the broader commercial pipeline
Bid & Proposal Coordination
Act as the primary coordinator between internal stakeholders, manufacturing plants, and select partner distributors to compile comprehensive bid packages
Coordinate the preparation of technical and commercial bid submissions for large-scale projects, bringing together inputs from supply chain, engineering, and pricing functions
Ensure technical data sheets, certifications, and submittal documentation are complete and aligned with project specifications
Develop and maintain working knowledge of Nexans and competitor cable specifications, installation standards, and procurement processes applicable to the assigned vertical
Customer & Project Execution
Support customer and EPC engagement during the pre-award phase, ensuring Nexans is well-positioned from a technical and delivery standpoint
Manage awarded projects from PO receipt through final delivery, ensuring commitments on schedule, quality, and documentation are met
Serve as the primary point of contact for the customer during project execution, managing communications and escalations as required
Coordinate internally across manufacturing, logistics, and customer service to resolve execution issues and maintain delivery performance
Market & Continuous Improvement
Share vertical-specific project and market intelligence with the broader Project Management team to support consistent practices and continuous improvement




Leverage project activity and market insights to strengthen collaboration across the commercial and project management teams
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE ?
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience will be considered
3–7 years of experience in project management or project coordination roles within the wire and cable, electrical, or industrial sectors
Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects from bid stage through to delivery
Comfortable working with technical specifications, single-line drawings, and project tender documents
Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to coordinate across internal teams and manage customer-facing interactions professionally
Familiarity with the Canadian project and construction landscape; knowledge of key EPCs, utilities, and project owners in the assigned vertical is an asset
Proficiency in CRM tools, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint; experience with project tracking and reporting tools
Willingness to travel within Canada and, on occasion, within North America as required
Bilingual in French and English is an asset for roles with Quebec-based project activity
Type of Position: Planned Vacancy
Use of AI: None
Salary: [$70,000.00 per annum to $80,000.00 per annum]
Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
What drives us At Nexans, purpose, excellence and people drive us. We electrify the future responsibly, with strong commitments to sustainability, innovation and inclusion. Empowering every employee to grow, contribute and create lasting impact worldwide. Join us in shaping a better tomorrow.

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📌 Project Specialist (Ontario)
🏢 Nexans USA
📍 Ontario