Program Manager, Energy Efficiency and Renewables/ …, Calgary

Statut d''emploi: Permanent Type d''heures: temps plein Nous avons besoin de vous pour former une quipe de calibre mondial Les activits du Groupe CSA reposent sur latteinte dun idal : rendre le monde meilleur, plus sr et plus durable. Cet ideal est au coeur de notre mission depuis 1919, anne o nous avons labor notre premire norme dingnierie sur les ponts ferroviaires. Aujourdhui, prs de 100 ans plus tard, le Groupe CSA compte plus de 3 500 normes, codes et produits connexes. Le Groupe CSA, dont le sige social se trouve au Canada, est prsent lchelle mondiale : il possde plus de 30 laboratoires et bureaux en Europe, en Asie et en Amrique du Nord. Il propose des services de mise lessai, dinspection et de certification dune vaste gamme de produits des articles de maison aux technologies de pointe pour veiller ce quils rpondent des exigences strictes en matire de scurit, de performance et dimpact sur lenvironnement. Nos employs sont fiers que leur travail ait une incidence positive sur la vie des gens. Nous avons besoin de personnes comme vous pour poursuivre notre mission en ce sens. Rsum du travail: Responsible for providing strategic and execution leadership in the development of standards-based solutions for their area of program discipline; addressing the needs of industry, government and the public, primarily through the management of a team of Project Managers. Accountable for achieving program operational objectives; publication plan, revenues, costs, project schedules, employee engagement and customer loyalty, as well as other measures listed on the annual Dashboard. Accountable for achieving established budgets related to revenue, expenses and margin. Responsible for securing funding for the development of standards. CSA Group Standards Division has an opportunity for a Program Manager, Energy Efficiency and Renewables, reporting to the Director, Electrical Standards. The Program Manager (PGM) is responsible for providing strategic and execution leadership in the development of standards-based solutions for the Energy Efficiency and Renewables program; addressing the needs of industry, government and the public, primarily through the management of a team of Project Managers. A leader, motivator, and builder, you thrive on developing and executing plans and strategies for expanding CSAs presence in Energy Efficiency and Renewables standards. An outstanding relationship builder, you have a track record of developing and maintaining strategic relationships with senior leaders within industry, government and academia. Facilitative and customer-driven, you have a knack for developing the solutions that pragmatically address CSA clients needs. You also understand the importance of effective people and process management, utilizing CSAs metrics to augment your teams decision-making. You have proven, well-developed decision-making and communication skills, along with exceptional organizational and people development abilities. You show initiative, ensuring that all financial targets are met (revenue, cost and margin), as well as being someone who is motivated, resilient and flexible. Detail and process orientation is important, as is the ability to work well with people at all levels and with divergent interests. Responsibilities: Hires, continually assesses, trains and develops Project Managers, to ensure program objectives are achieved. Meets regularly with staff to ensure standards projects are achieving their objectives (e.g. timelines), within prescribed budgets, planning and executing corrective actions as required, while meeting policy and procedures from Standards Council of Canada. Develops annual business plan for the program, including the execution plan and budget. Works with the Director, Strategic Initiatives Manager, and other sector staff, to drive business development opportunities within the scope of the program, to ensure continual growth of the full portfolio of products and services, interfacing with other groups as required (e.g. Commercial, Marketing, Government Relations, and TIC division). Interfaces with external parties to advance the work of the program, facilitates knowledge transfer, and manages program specific stakeholder issues. This includes working with organizations such as IEC, NGOs, industry associations, strategic partners, government agencies, etc. Committee management, as applicable (e.g., Strategic Steering Committees), including establishing the scope of work to be completed, preparation of meeting agendas/minutes/documents, managing required resources, maintaining current and balanced membership, and providing ongoing project management and strategic leadership in conjunction with the Chair and Vice-Chair. Manages key program funding contracts, as applicable, and relationships with key funders and related stakeholders. Provides support to Strategic Initiatives Manager and Project Managers in development and sustaining of Communities for their program area; including developing social media strategy, membership models, participation, funding, and communication with members. Responsible to continuously improve Customer Loyalty and employee engagement in the program area. Decisions making: - Overall project plans submitted by Project Managers, including timelines and budgets. - Assignment of responsibility for new projects and product initiatives. - Portfolio mix (e.g. standards areas to be withdrawn, new subject areas to be added). - Personnel training and development plans. - Performance assessment and development planning for personnel. - All business travel requests, including attendance of staff at conferences. Recommendations: - Annual strategic and business plans, including budgets, operational execution plans, headcount, etc. - Contracting of outside parties (e.g. training organizations, business partners). - Disciplinary actions contemplated dealing with committee members, Chairs or Vice-Chairs. - Disciplinary actions contemplated dealing with staff. Other notes: The role will require a sound understanding of the various processes and procedures of the company, many of which are mandated under the accreditation of CSA Standards by the Standards Council of Canada. A key element of the position is to ensure that these processes and procedures are adhered to, and that the timelines of projects are achieved within defined budgets. This requires supporting the activities of Project Managers, and the many members of standards development committees, as well as their Chairs and Vice-Chairs, which can be very demanding, as these people are all volunteers, with no formal reporting relationship to the company. This volunteer membership includes industry executives, academia, and senior government officials. The role requires a capacity to engage and manage a diverse stakeholder community, and an ability to manage conflict. It is the ultimate form of working with, and getting things done through others. The role emphasizes management, leadership and soft skills over technical know-how, and requires the ability to speak on a range of complex subjects as a credible professional, both to internal and external audiences. Education and Experience: A technical degree in an engineering discipline or related area of study. Electrical or mechanical discipline would be an asset. Minimum of 5 years'' experience in strategic planning, operational management, and Program or Project management in the energy efficiency and renewables sector, coupled with a solid knowledge of related sector issues and trends. Minimum of 5 years of experience in Standards Development, or business-related Project or Program Management. Experience with managing people, knowledge of standards development processes and, dealing with teams of high-profile experts would also be definite assets. Skills: Knowledge of national and international standards industry. Knowledge of the standards industry, government policy, regulations, industry landscape, and funding programs/models. Research and analytical skills. High degree of self-motivation. Solid leadership skills. Strong organizational and planning skills. Strong oral and written communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills. Ability to work within a politically sensitive environment. Competency with major Microsoft and Project Management software. * Candidates with proficiency in French will be given special consideration. *For candidates hired at our Quebec office, fluency in English is required in order to meet the needs of our clients outside Quebec. *For candidates hired at our Quebec office, fluency in French is required. #CSASTANDARDS This posting is for an existing vacancy. --------------------------- Statut de l''emploi: Rgulier Type de temps: Temps plein LA CONSTITUTION D''UNE QUIPE DE CLASSE MONDIALE COMMENCE PAR VOUS Au cur du Groupe CSA se trouve une vision : faire du monde un endroit meilleur, plus sr et plus durable. Cela fait partie de notre mission depuis prs de cent ans : de la premire norme technique pour les ponts ferroviaires labore en 1919 plus de 3 500 normes, codes et produits connexes aujourd''hui. Le Groupe CSA, dont le sige social est situ au Canada et qui compte plus de 30 laboratoires et bureaux en Europe, en Asie et en Amrique du Nord, met l''essai, inspecte et certifie une vaste gamme de produits - des articles mnagers courants aux technologies de pointe - afin de rpondre des exigences rigoureuses en matire de scurit, de rendement et d''impact sur l''environnement. Nos employs sont fiers de faire une diffrence dans la vie des gens grce leur travail. Nous recherchons des personnes comme vous pour nous aider raliser cet objectif. Responsable de programme, Efficacit nergtique et nergies renouvelables Charg d''assurer le leadership stratgique et oprationnel dans …