Chef(fe) de projet, CPX

Vestas

Quebec

Hybrid

CAD 90,000 - 150,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary and comprehensive福利
Dental and vision coverage
Great 401(k) plan with employer match

Job summary

Vestas, the world’s leading wind turbine manufacturer, is seeking a Project Manager, CPX in Canada. The role demands formal project management credentials and a strong track record in wind projects, with leadership of cross-functional teams and robust budget control.

You will drive project delivery, safety, customer relationships, and vendor management in a dynamic, global environment. You will join a company dedicated to sustainable energy, offering competitive compensation and comprehensive

Qualifications

  • PMP certification is required.
  • Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical or electrical engineering or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years wind industry or utility experience.
  • Experience as an estimator in EPC or BOP scope.
  • Strong familiarity with power generation terminology.
  • Ability to build collaborative teams and deliver results through coaching and mentoring.
  • Solid budget management and financial acumen.
  • Ability to negotiate with customers and manage vendor relationships.
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams across a global organization.
  • Proficiency with MS Office, Primavera Project Management and SAP.

Responsibilities

  • Initiate, plan, execute, control and close all activities associated with project execution.
  • Support HSE efforts and promote a safety culture at the project site.
  • Identify scope elements and ensure timely delivery; seek opportunities to accelerate milestones.
  • Manage project execution within budget; identify opportunities for cost savings.
  • Serve as the main point of contact with the customer to build trust and cooperation.
  • Lead multi-disciplinary project teams.
  • Represent Vestas values and promote high standards of performance and integrity.
  • Coach, mentor and develop project team members.
  • Manage contractors and vendors; negotiate with customers and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Team leadership
Negotiation
Conflict management
Change management
Bilingual French/English

Education

PMP Certification
Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Primavera Project Management
SAP

Job description

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Certification PMP.
CE QUE NOUS OFFRONS

At Vestas we are powered by the dream of changing the world. And to create a sustainable future, we are building a team of motivated visionaries. Would you like to join us?

Vestas is the world's largest wind turbine manufacturing company with significant operations in the United States and Canada.

Project Manager, CPX

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Initiate, plan, execute, control and close all activities associated with project execution
  • Support HSE effort and serve as ambassador for an injury and incident-free safety culture at the project site
  • Identify all scope elements and is accountable for their timely delivery; identify opportunities for accelerating critical milestones
  • Responsible for project execution within budget; identify and exploit opportunities for cost savings
  • Serve as first point of contact to customer and is responsible for a relationship based on trust and co-operation, thus increasing customer loyalty
  • Consistently lead multi-disciplinary project team
  • Represent Vestas values and promote high standards in performance and integrity
  • Coach, mentor and develop project team members
  • Manage contractors and vendors
  • Negotiate with customers
  • Negotiate internal priorities with different support function departments
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical or electrical engineering or related field
  • Minimum 5 years wind industry or utility experience
  • Experience as an estimator in EPC or BOP scope
  • Great familiarity with power generation language and key terminology
  • Demonstrated ability to build collaborative teams and deliver results through coaching, mentoring, and target setting
  • Demonstrated ability to set and control large budgets and resources
  • Solid commercial acumen and understanding of financial impacts of decisions with respect to project budgets
  • Ability to build solid customer relationships and effectively negotiate with customers to resolve disputes and promote win-win solutions
  • Experience in working effectively with work groups across a global organization
  • Effective change and conflict management. Demonstrated decision-making skills with balanced risk taking
  • Function effectively in a time-sensitive setting in environments of rapid change and conflicting demands and is capable of handling several tasks at once
  • PC computer skills (MS Office), MS Office - Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Primavera Project Management. SAP knowledge
COMPETENCIES
  • Fluent French and English communications skills (verbal, listening, written, meeting management, presentation)
  • Regular and consistent attendance
  • Valid driver's license, passport and ability to travel as needed to meet business expectations
  • Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time, climb stairs, hearing ability to use close range radios, visual acuity including depth perception, field of vision and the ability to distinguish between colors, ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl as needed, as well as coordination and manual dexterity
  • Ability to climb ladders to heights of 60 to 100 meters
WHAT WE OFFER

We offer an exciting position with great development opportunities in an inspiring environment at the world's number one wind turbine producer. We value initiative, collaboration, responsibility, and accuracy. You will become part of an international environment with a commitment to sustainability and safety and you will work among colleagues that support one another.

  • Attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry
  • Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision
  • Great401(k) plan (with employer match)

Our commitment to a fair hiringAt Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

DEIB StatementAt Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About VestasVestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.With 39,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.

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