Project Leader

Location(s)

Montreal, QC (Canada)

Job Description

Mandate:
Reporting directly to the business unit project management Manager, the Project Leader is responsible for managing special valves project orders. More specifically, the incumbent oversees the planning, execution and tracking of projects from beginning to end while ensuring that quality requirements and on-time deliveries are met.

Key responsibilities:

Coordinate kick-off meetings with all relevant Velan departments.
Create and manage project schedule to successfully complete the project.
Lead the VPM team comprising of cross-functional department representatives to execute projects successfully.
Establish a communication schedule and update stakeholders, notably appropriate staff and customers, on the progress of the projects.
Ensure that the project committed dates are met by initiating actions to mitigate any risk and course corrective actions when deviations are found; identify risks and oversee mitigation plans.
Lead project status meetings and rolling action item list with departmental and plant representatives.
Escalate exceptions and changes to the Velan management team.
Initiate problem-solving activities on recurring issues.

Requirements

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering or related field.

Experience:

3-5 years of relevant experience in project management.
5-10 years of experience in the manufacturing industry.

Knowledge:

Proficiency in French and English (oral and written).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures.
Knowledge of ERP systems.

Skills:

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to reason and influence at all levels.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Strong problem-solving and analysis skills.
Ability to manage complexity and resolve conflicts that arise from balancing multiple priorities.
Ability to interact with senior management executive staff.
Ability to simplify complex problems.
Ability to work under pressure.
High level of autonomy and decision making.

Working Conditions:

Hybrid work environment (remote and at site).
Overtime needed in peak periods.

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