Posted 1 week ago
R&D PMO Coordinator
Job description
At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world. This Position reports to: R&D Team Lead As an R&D PMO Coordinator, you identify, implement and support R&D projects KPIs dashboards. You evaluate and plan project timelines and resource needs and capacity. You support and coach R&D project engineers to drive performance and deliver project targets. This role is contributing to the Electrification, Installation Products of ABB Canada and is located in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu. The work model is hybrid, with 2 days per week at the office.
Responsibilities
1- KPIs, Dashboards and Portfolio Management Implement and maintain the R&D project portfolio and associated KPIs Build and implement plans to analyse project and financial data aligned with business targets and strategy Create data-driven dashboards to support business strategy decision-making Lead meetings with R&D management to review capacity and resource allocation to enable decision-making Support the implementation and updating of the R&D project portfolio and related resource and budget plans 2- Project Coordination Coordinate and support New Product Introduction (NPI) and product improvement projects using technical knowledge, development methodologies, and project management expertise Support NPI projects for go-to-market using the Stage Gate process Support project engineers with insights and best practices in project management Contribute to the improvement of project management processes to increase team efficiency Ensure objectives, priorities, key decisions, and project status are effectively communicated to stakeholders Be accountable for team planning, coordination, execution, and delivery of assigned projects Identify and manage project risks, as well as the actions required to minimise impacts on schedules to deliver projects on time Develop and maintain project management documentation (schedules, deliverables, risks, meeting agendas and minutes, action tracking) in collaboration with the various departments involved Facilitate and organise project follow-up meetings Coordinate day-to-day project activities with involved resources and act as a communication bridge between teams to ensure project efficiency and effectiveness
Requirements
Bilingual in French and English (spoken and written). English is necessary to communicate with clients outside Quebec. Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience in engineering project management 5+ years of experience in engineering product development project management and PMO (Project Management Office).
Experience
managing and implementing performance indicators (KPIs), dashboards, and resource planning
Experience
with product development Stage-Gate processes PMP Project Management certification (an asset) Strong skills in data management and analysis (databases)
Experience
with Smartsheet and Power BI (an asset)
Experience
in a Project Management Office (PMO) environment Proven communication skills and ability to facilitate meetings Ability to influence, manage, and mobilise stakeholders from diverse expertise areas, cultures, and geographical locations Fosters a positive team environment, technical excellence, and continuous attention to quality and built-in quality practices Demonstrates proactivity and autonomy Strong rigour and tolerance for ambiguity This job posting is also available in French under the title "Chef portefeuille de projet R&D". Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada) ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including: • Women • Indigenous Peoples • Members of visible minorities • Persons with disabilities ABB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know. Why ABB Working at ABB gives you the opportunity to contribute to a healthier and more prosperous world. Add to your story by joining a passionate team, focused on pushing the boundaries of technology to drive performance, shape new business models and find new ways of working that benefit our customers, partners and society. We want you to be proud of being part of ABB. We care At ABB, we care about our people and their stories. We create safe, fair, equitable and inclusive working environments in which our people can succeed and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or cultural, religious or social background. Diverse teams make us stronger. ABB is also committed to a high standard of integrity in everything we do. We grow We help our people succeed and develop, and we empower them to create their own careers at ABB. Our benefits, reward and development programs encompass a wide array of offerings. How to apply Do you want to shape the future, together with us? Get more insights into our recruitment process and find some helpful tips and tricks how to join the team. Make our story your story.