Innovation Project Coordinator

Job Title: Innovation Project Coordinator
Job ID: 77010
Location: Vancouver, British Columbia

Overview: 
As a project management professional, this role is responsible for managing new technology; Trials, Demonstrations and Testing. This includes but is not limited to new energy management products and services. The position will lead multiple trial and research projects across all customer sector portfolios. The successful candidate will have experience in project management, program/product development and the management of multiple projects. The candidate will need to work with other product teams to transition trials and testing into new product offerings and new operational initiatives. The role will require abilities in leading and working in cross-functional teams, and external stakeholder/vendor relationship management. The position will be results-oriented, have an exceptional customer centric orientation, and take a practical and creative approach to effectively resolve problems. The position will be accountable for implementing new technology; trials, demonstrations and testing utilizing best practices in research, analytics, data analysis and research design.

What you will be doing:

• The testing of new energy management technologies, at customer sites or in lab/pilot plant settings.

• Energy management trials and demonstration projects at customer sites.

• Research, Test and Report on new products and innovative technologies

• Identify, design, develop, execute, and manage Trials, Demonstrations and Testing projects and initiatives for the Innovation team across multiple customer segments.

• Provide project management leadership and direction and leads multi-disciplinary project team.
  Monitor the trial results to ensure learnings and delivery targets are achieved and/or initiate alternate strategies.

• Monitor the trial/project progress, schedule, and financials to ensure projects remain on track and within budget.

• Engage with cross functional teams and stakeholders in the development and execution of initiatives.

• Run regular and ad hoc project update meetings and design workshops to ensure regular communication amongst program stakeholders.

• Manage key relationships with other groups involved in the implementation of trials, research projects, including other departments, consultants, contractors, and suppliers.

• Generate presentation material and reports to debrief leadership and peers on the research, trials and testing results.

What you must have:

• A Bachelor of Commerce Degree, Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and technical experience. Experience in product management or scientific research and testing.

• A technical background that will support the general understanding of the technologies that are being investigated.

• 5+ years of experience with project management, product/program development and administration, product testing, product research or analysis, financial analysis, all within a large, complex organization.

• Experience working with a variety of partners on project design and project management (e.g. Equipment manufacturers, installers, research agencies, industry associations, other utilities, municipal and provincial government stakeholders).

• Demonstrated ability to seek information from people (internal and external) with diverse opinions, filter and synthesize the information and produce a cohesive, supported plan that will support the business requirements

• Well-developed planning, organizational, analytical and problem solving skills.

• Strong collaboration and ability to influence others.

• Thrives in a team environment with cross functional team members, able to work with people with diverse backgrounds and skill sets.

• Requires excellent oral, written and presentation skills for communication with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders as listed above.

• Knowledge in metering, energy management products, communication protocols and IT integration would also be an asset.

• Excellent technical writing and communication skills in addition to demonstrated experience preparing and delivering oral presentations.

• Excellent project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  Strong analytical skills including risk assessment to provide decision recommendations.

• Knowledge and understanding of the company's business and the interdependencies of the various departments and systems.

• A condition of employment for this role is that you maintain your Driver's License (Class 5) in good standing.

• Required to occasionally travel to the company facilities, supplier and customer locations.

• Be customer focused – assisting and coaching our customers as they explore concepts, opportunities and implement energy plans.

• Personal interest or passion for new technology, energy conservation and sustainable energy developments.

• Experience with energy/utilities, energy management and related projects would be an asset.

• Be a team player and have exceptional interpersonal skills.

Salary/Rate Range: $57.00 - $70.00 per hour


Term: 6-month contract; most likely to extend


For more information about TEEMA and to consider other career opportunities, please visit our website at www.teemagroup.com