Description
The successful candidate demonstrates clear and crisp communication, strong listening capabilities, and the ability to influence, decide, and drive execution in complex environments.Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Project Execution & SQDC Performance
- Lead full project lifecycle (initiation to delivery) ensuring SQDC targets are consistently met.
- Write, review and follow-up Statement of Work with outsourced companies.
- Define and manage integrated project plans, milestones, and deliverables.
- Track performance through KPIs, dashboards, and operational reviews.
- Ensure predictable and reliable execution in line with GridBeats™ commitments.
Stakeholder Management & Communication
- Act as primary interface between R&D, Product Line, Operations, and leadership.
- Deliver concise, structured, and transparent communication at all levels.
- Influence stakeholders through data-driven insights and clear recommendations.
- Manage complex and sometimes conflicting priorities with professionalism.
Leadership, Soft Skills & Team Dynamics
- Lead cross-functional teams (engineering, software, hardware, product, operations).
- Create a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative team environment.
- Engage and motivate teams in a matrix and multicultural context.
Risk, Issue & Decision Management
- Identify, assess, and proactively mitigate risks.
- Drive structured problem-solving approaches (fact-based, analytical).
- Ensure timely decision-making and escalation when required.
Cost & Financial Control
- Manage project financials (budget, forecasts, actuals).
- Ensure strong cost discipline aligned with business targets.
- Identify and drive cost optimization opportunities.
Continuous Improvement & PM Excellence
- Contribute to PMO best practices, tools, and methodologies.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives (PDCA mindset).
- Capture and disseminate lessons learned and best practices.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- 3+ years in project management.
Eligibility Requirements
- Opportunity is designated for Markham, ON (Canada). This role is designated for a Hybrid schedule (4 days on location, 1 day off location).
Desired Characteristics
- 5+ years in project management.
- Proven experience delivering complex R&D or product development projects.
- Prior experience working with multidisciplinary environments (embedded software, hardware, systems engineering).
- PMP or equivalent certification.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional teams and managing multiple stakeholders.
- Systems thinker and proactive problem-solver with continuous improvement mindset.
- Strong independent worker who knows when to escalate to senior leadership.
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For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between $96,900 and $145,400 CAD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: 10% Discretionary annual bonus
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Strong consideration will be given to Indigenous persons. The term Indigenous refers to individuals who identify as being descended from the original inhabitants (the first peoples) of what is now known as Canada. In this context, Indigenous people are First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit
Additional InformationRelocation Assistance Provided: No
