Project Manager

Employment Status:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

BUILDING A WORLD CLASS TEAM STARTS WITH YOU

At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It's been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards, codes & related products today.

Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products - from every day househould items to leading edge technology-to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact.

Our employees take pride in making a difference in people's lives through the work that we do. We're looking for people like you to help make it happen.

Job Summary:

This is an 12-month contract position.

CSA Group has an immediate opportunity for a Project Manager, Standards Development - Electrical.

In this challenging and rewarding role, you will facilitate the development of leading-edge standards solutions by enabling technical discussions and promoting consensus amongst key stakeholders, interacting with industry experts, manufacturers, academia, researchers, scientists and government officials.

Developed by volunteer members through an accredited process, CSA Group standards are used by a broad base of stakeholders to help enhance safety and sustainability for people and business.

Responsibilities:
As a Project Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

• The management of standards development activities with a focus on Canadian Electrical Code Part II, product standards related to consumer and commercial, industrial, wiring, and wiring device products and, Canadian Electrical Code Part III and Electrical Engineering standards.
• Overseeing all aspects of the standards development process, which may include the management of multiple Canadian, US, and/or international standards development projects.
• Identifying project timelines and budgets in accordance with CSA Directives and procedures.
• Developing a portfolio roadmap for product standards with a clear intent to address market and stakeholder needs.
• Developing key stakeholder relationships (with academia, regulators, industry etc).
• Identifying and pursuing potential areas of new opportunities (e.g. new standards’ requirements, training and education programs) related to the assigned standards portfolio.
• Support in creation of technical standards outlines to be used as seed documents for new standards development projects. This includes identifying high level construction, marking and testing requirements for member review and consideration.

This dynamic 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 both the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). A key element of the Project Manager role is to ensure that these processes and procedures are adhered to, and that the timelines of the project are achieved within the defined budget. This entails:

• Establishing timelines for project activities, determining project resource requirements (e.g. funding, personnel support), and assembling overall project schedules.
• Facilitation of consensus development of electrical safety products standards by CSA volunteer committee members.
• A capacity to engage and manage a diverse stakeholder community, and the ability to manage conflict.
• The day-to-day management of committee activities, delivering on project milestones and revenue targets.
• The execution of work in compliance with CSA Directives and/or ISO/IEC Directives related to projects.
• Working with committee Chairs and Vice-Chairs to manage volunteer committee membership including member recruitment and improving committee performance.
• Liaising with clients, management, Legal and Finance to develop proposals, contracts, and financial analyses for new projects.

Education:
Technical degree or Technologist (BSc, B.Eng or CET) in an appropriate technical field.

Experience:
• 5-10 years relevant experience within the electrical products sector with 3-5 years’ experience in Standards Development and/or Project Management.
• Technical understanding and experience working with the Canadian Electrical Code Part I, II and III.
• Knowledge of the standards’ industry, government policy, industry landscape and funding programs/models would be an asset.
• Experience writing proposals and business plans.

Skills:
• Excellent Project Management, organizational and planning skills.
• Creative, participative and flexible approach to managing work assignments.
• Strong ability to network, manage relationships, identify opportunities, and win new business.
• Strong leadership, decision-making and negotiation skills.
• High degree of self-motivation, resilience, adaptability and flexibility.
• Developed computer skills (word processing, presentation software, project planning software, spreadsheet etc).
• Highly developed oral, facilitation and communication skills.
• Candidates with proficiency in French will be given special consideration.

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Travel:
Some travel will be required.

CSA Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any grounds stipulated by applicable laws. We are an organization where opportunities are based on skills and abilities, and differences are respected and valued.  Please contact us at [email protected] if you require accommodation in the interview process.