Leads complex, cross-functional hardware and software development programs from inception through delivery. Manages schedules, budgets, resources, KPIs, governance, and executive stakeholders across global engineering, manufacturing, product, service, and commercial teams. Provides mentorship, drives Lean and Kaizen continuous improvement, oversees quality metrics and corrective actions, and advances AI-enabled project management practices. The role also contributes to PMO leadership, governance, standardization, and project management talent development.
Job Description SummaryThe Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading complex, cross-functional development programs that drive the GridBeats product portfolio and strategic business objectives. The role requires exceptional project and program management capabilities, strong stakeholder engagement, superior communication skills, and a proven ability to drive execution across global engineering organizations. The successful candidate will manage multiple concurrent projects spanning software, electronics, PCB development, mechanical engineering, manufacturing, service support, product management, training, and customer documentation. In addition, this individual will contribute to the development of project management excellence through PMO leadership, governance, standardization, continuous improvement, and adoption of AI-enabled project management practices.Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Program & Project Leadership: Oversee multiple complex, interconnected product development projects from inception to delivery. Manage integrated schedules, budgets, resource allocation, KPIs, and strategic commitments aligned with the overall product roadmap.
- Stakeholder & Executive Management: Build and maintain high-level relationships across engineering, product management, manufacturing, and commercial teams. Lead governance forums and steering committees, effectively influencing stakeholders in a matrixed environment to ensure alignment and transparent communication.
- Cross-Functional Technical Oversight: Orchestrate multidisciplinary development teams covering software, embedded systems, electronics, PCB design, mechanical engineering, and industrialization, while coordinating with service, training, and documentation teams.
- Team Development: Provide leadership and mentorship to geographically dispersed, cross-functional teams. Foster a high-performance culture and contribute to the recruitment and professional development of project management talent.
- Quality & Operational Excellence: Drive continuous improvement by applying Lean and Kaizen methodologies. Monitor key quality metrics (e.g., DPU, DSI, DDE, P90) and spearhead root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Process Innovation: Advance AI-enabled project management by integrating AI tools for predictive scheduling, risk identification, and process automation to drive efficiency across the program.
- Tool Utilization: Expertly utilize management platforms including Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Planner, and Smartsheet; Power BI proficiency is highly desired.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
- Experience: 10+ years of proven project/program management experience, specifically delivering complex, multidisciplinary hardware and software projects within a program framework.
- Leadership: Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority and lead through complex, matrixed organizational structures.
- Methodology: Strong knowledge of project management frameworks and continuous improvement principles.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certifications: PMP, PgMP, PRINCE2, or Agile-related certifications.
- Quality Standards: Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.
- Strategic Growth: Previous experience establishing or leading a Project Management Office (PMO).
For candidates applying to a Canadian-based position, the pay range for this position is between $145,700 and $195,700 CAD. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: YES
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Additional InformationRelocation Assistance Provided: No
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