Sr Project Manager - Canada

Landis+Gyr; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of energy management solutions is seeking a Sr. Project Manager to lead complex projects. The role requires bilingual proficiency in English and French, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of project management methodologies. The successful candidate will work with cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and ensure timely project delivery while fostering positive stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• 7+ years' experience in Project Management.
• Experience in utility, telecommunications, IT or similarly regulated industries.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, control, and coordinate project activities.
• Manage project costs and schedules.
• Negotiate and build relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Negotiating

Change Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

PMP Certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Landis+Gyr is a leading global provider of integrated energy management solutions. We measure and analyze energy utilization to generate empowering analytics for smart grid and infrastructure management, enabling utilities and consumers to reduce energy consumption. Our innovative and proven portfolio of software, services and intelligent sensor technology is a key driver to decarbonize the grid and helped to avoid around 9 million tons of CO2 in FY 2023. With sales ofUSD 2.0 billionin FY 2023, Landis+Gyr employs around 6,900 talented people acrossfive continents.

For more than a century, we've been pioneers in energy innovation, and we continue to lead the way toward a more sustainable and efficient energy landscape.

Join us at Landis+Gyr,where we manage energy better!

Job Summary

Landis + Gyr is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Sr. Project Manager to lead complex, high-visibility projects. Candidates must have a thorough understanding of all stages of the project life cycle, have demonstratable experience executing multiple complex projects within a stage gate & agile methodology to ensure that all deliverables are completed and approved by project stakeholders. The Sr. Project Manager will be working with cross-functional teams to ensure products are launched on time and within budget.

Must be bilingual (English & French)

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, execute, control, and coordinate the activities of a project team to produce deliverables agreed upon with customer contracts and project plans
• Manage the project(s) and execute activities around the boundaries of scope, schedule, risks, and cost
• Utilize the PMO's established project delivery procedures and processes to deliver against requirements for contracted projects
• Report project status to the PMO and other stakeholders
• Work within a stage-gate methodology
• Manage external, internal, and capital project costs
• Scrum management and metric analysis for Agile projects
• Represent the Company in a positive, professional manner when working with both external and internal customers
• Demonstrate strong influential leadership of interdepartmental project teams to complete assigned projects on time, to specifications, and with accuracy and efficiency
• Manage change control & risk management processes. Accept change & identify risks to formulate response to setbacks with minimal disruptions
• Manage budget planning, tracking and financial accountability for projects
• Negotiate and build positive relationships with key project stakeholders
• Supports and adheres to Company’s core values
• Primary point of contact for customers, maintaining full responsibility for customer relationships, ensuring their needs are met and fostering long-term partnerships throughout the project lifecycle
• Represents Company in a positive, professional manner when working with both internal and external customers.
• Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required
• Support and adhere to the Company’s Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent understanding of project management scheduling SW tools (Microsoft Project preferred)
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, & listening)
• Understands how to measure audience and craft communications to meet their needs
• Uses listening skills to completely understand tough situations and help resolve them
• Excellent leadership qualities and the ability to make decisions without perfect information
• Ability to positively influence others without direct authority in efforts to move assigned projects forward
• Strong ability to resolve conflicts between members of both the internal and external project team or as needed throughout the organizations
• Excellent organizational abilities are needed as multiple projects will be assigned
• Excellent change management skills. Ability to accept change and respond to setbacks with minimal disruptions
• Strong understanding of project delivery methodologies such as stage gate and agile methodology
• Strong negotiating skills for working with stakeholders
• A deep understanding of the Project Life Cycle
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a global matrixed organization
• Experience managing remote teams in different time zones
• Ability to travel as needed to support project activities- up to 50%

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Finance, Information Systems Management or related disciplines
• Must be bi-lingual (English & French)
• 7+ years' experience in Project Management
• Experience in utility, telecommunications, IT or similarly regulated industries is highly preferred
• PMP Certified or similar

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements/Safety/PPE/OHSAS:

• Working Conditions: Typical indoor office environment with the majority of time spent sitting and working on a computer using keyboard, mouse, and monitor. Occasional use of other devices such as: phone, copier/printer/fax, etc.

• Driving Status: Must be able to drive frequently, travel up to 50%

• Physical Requirements: Typical office setting. Required to stand; walk; crouch; or handle objects. Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Ability to sit and view computer screen for long periods of time. The ability to see, hear, & speak in English. Reasonable accommodations provided for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Personal Protection Equipment/Other OHSAS-18001 Safety Requirements: Ensure the continued efforts and assist in achieving annual goals of health, safety, and environmental policies. Must be current with available OSHA/Safety Training provided by the Company. If required, must be able to work while wearing safety equipment such as hard hats, work boats, gloves, hearing protection, and others.

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