Location: Houston,TX, USA
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business or combination of academic and relevant work experience in wind industry preferred
• 3 - 5 years of experience as project manager, project lead, or other management experience, preferably in a related service, industrial or manufacturing setting. Demonstrated ability to build and lead a high performing team / operation.
• Track record of driving safe work in industrial settings.
• General technical background with experience in continuous improvement projects
• Experience with data analysis to drive business decisions
• Demonstrated success in understanding commercial terms, and negotiation strategy, balancing business profitability and customer needs.
• Excellent leadership skills; demonstrated ability in coaching, mentoring, motivating and developing employees to achieve a highly aligned, motivated and engaged team. Converts strategy into action-oriented objectives and communicates the direction with passion.
• Proven experience succeeding in cross-functional environment.
• Effective change and conflict management. Proven decision-making ability with balanced risk taking. Applies expertise to get results leveraging group interaction and areas of specialty.
• Highly self-driven with demonstrated accountability and ownership. Functions effectively under pressure in environments of rapid change and conflicting demands. Enjoys multi-tasking. Demonstrates a sense of urgency in meeting commitments.
• Demonstrated continuous improvement and quality methodology skills. Effective issue resolution and structured problem-solving methodology. Recommends and drives improvements in existing products / services to better meet customer needs.
• Excellent English communications skills (verbal, active listening, written, meeting management, presentation).
• Strong PC computer skills (MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint) required
• Strong technical understanding of mechanical and electrical systems to develop repairs
• Able to analyze sets of data to build a strategy and sell that strategy to management
• Experienced with customer interaction and business development
• Ability to travel up to 25%
Responsibilities:
• Strategy Development: Develop a comprehensive continuous improvement strategy and roadmap on emerging cases for the wind energy projects, aligning with organizational goals and industry best practices.
• Project Management: Plan, execute, and oversee emerging continuous improvement projects, ensuring that they are delivered on time, within budget, and with measurable outcomes. Manage timelines and stakeholder expectations. Provide regular forecasting, budget and other status reports to leadership and other key members of management.
• Communication: Ensure constant communication between global and regional stakeholders to ensure information and data are efficiently communicated. Drive escalations when delays or project financial impacts are at risk.
• Process Optimization: Identify areas for process improvement within wind energy projects, such as construction, operation, maintenance, and supply chain. Implement methodologies and tools to streamline processes, eliminate waste, and enhance efficiency.
• Data Analysis: Collect and analyze data related to project performance, operational metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs). Identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement. Provide actionable insights and recommendations based on data analysis.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, technicians, project managers, and executives, to drive continuous improvement initiatives. Foster a collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Best Practices Sharing: Promote knowledge sharing and learning across wind energy projects by identifying and disseminating best practices, lessons learned, and success stories. Encourage a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with continuous improvement projects. Develop contingency plans and implement effective risk management strategies to minimize disruptions and ensure project success.
• Industry Benchmarking: Stay updated on industry trends, advancements, and benchmarks related to continuous improvement in the wind energy sector. Incorporate industry best practices and innovative approaches into project strategies.