Program Manager
Job No:
130641
Location:
Richmond, BC
About Cooledge Lighting
Cooledge is leading a new revolution in lighting! We are the company that has changed the paradigm LED lighting by introducing award winning and flexible light sheets that deliver high quality illumination in a form that is seamless, adaptable, and scalable when compared to traditional lamps. We have combined our lighting expertise, technology, and innovation to emulate a canopy of light and create an experience akin to the feeling of being outdoors while still inside.
At Cooledge we know that our innovative products, creative solutions, and continued success are all thanks to the hardworking and dedicated people who make up our team. As a group, we believe in the work that we are doing and we're eager to develop new and exciting products that are going to make a big impact on the market. This is an exciting time to join us as we chart the course of the next stage of our growth.
For more information about our organization please visit our website by clicking here.
An Opportunity to Make an Impact
Currently, Cooledge Lighting has an exciting opportunity for a technically minded and assertive Program Manager to join our team in Richmond BC on a full-time basis. This role will operate on a remote basis during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer, this role will see you focusing on developing and managing the project timelines from new product conception to product manufacturing and through to the launch of the product. This will entail leading, influencing, and working with diverse cross-functional stakeholders to create and manage project timelines all the way to the successful execution of launch.
While no two days will ever be alike in this exciting and fast-paced role, some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Developing and managing all aspects of project and program engagement from planning, external vendor relationships, communications, resources, budget, change, risks, and issues.
- Working closely with the Management Team to develop comprehensive project plans with deliverables that are clearly established and communicated across the company along with responsibilities assigned and accepted by owners.
- Ensuring that projects and programs are proceeding according to scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
- Identifying and communicating relevant project risks and developing appropriate mitigation strategies to manage those risks and issues.
- Providing the appropriate level of communication to different stakeholders, from program teams to the Management team, on the status of programs.
- Leading and collaborating with a diverse cross-functional team operating in multiple locations and time zones and which span Engineering, Product Management, Operations, Marketing and Sales.
- Providing leadership, mentorship, motivation, and supervision for the project and program team in order to establish a culture of collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
- Establishing buy-in and holding the team accountable to project goals, their responsibilities, and project milestones.
- Establishing practices, templates, policies, tools, and partnerships to ensure excellence in the execution of programs.
- Acting as an internal quality control check for the projects.
- Participating and driving feasibility studies, vendor selections, and proposals for evaluation by appropriate key stakeholders.
- Understanding interdependencies between technology, operations, and business needs.
More About You
In order to qualify for this role, you will need a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline along with at least 5 to 10 years of Program/Project Management experience in a technology company. Preference will be given to candidates with a PMP certification as well as candidates with a background in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or the Lighting Industry.
As a leader within Cooledge Lighting, you'll be a highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills and a track record of leadership success. Your aptitude for stakeholder management will combine with your empathetic nature allowing you to thrive while you work towards many competing demands and deadlines. Your passion for the work that you do, your creative problem solving, your desire to continuously learn and grow, and your ability to build quality relationships with co-workers and vendors will set an example for those working with you and foster a positive and fun work culture.
Above all, you'll be an enthusiastic and strategically minded program manager who's keen to remain hands-on while driving the team towards achieving goals and objectives.
About the Benefits
In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be awarded a highly competitive salary based on skills and experience along with a wide host of benefits including:
- Health and Dental Coverage.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program.
- Life Insurance.
- 3 weeks of vacation on joining that increases with your length of service.
- Available stock options.
- Flexibility around working hours.
- Huge opportunities for career progression as we continue to grow.
- Fun social events such as our annual holiday party.
This position presents an opportunity to enter a pivotal leadership role and influence the growth and development of Cooledge Lighting.
Please note that applications submitted over the holiday period may not be reviewed until the first week of January.