Applied Research Project Manager

Overview

Are you a proactive, highly motivated Project Manager who is keen to support cutting-edge technology? Do you want to join a global leader in engineering and manufacturing? If so, apply today to join Hexagon Autonomous Solutions where we bring products to life! Working directly with our Applied Research team, you will play a vital role in building the future by supporting the planning and execution aspects of our investment in Innovation. Your organizational skills will remove barriers for the Innovation teams to explore transformational technologies.

The Location: Hexagon is a global company with locations around the world. This position is based in the Calgary, AB office location.

Responsibilities

As Applied Research Project Manager, you will:

• Maintain, update, and present regular summaries of project data, metrics, and status
• Support regular strategic planning activities and progress reporting
• Support purchasing, budgeting, and financial reporting for our Applied Research team
• Monitor key spending and guide decision making for financial aspects
• Coordinate and assist in reviewing technical reporting, specifically related to tax benefit programs
• Plan and negotiate external resource support for pre-development activities
• Actively manage the transition of new technologies into the new product development process
• Engage in ongoing continuous improvement and process development by identifying new opportunities and leading or assisting with implementations
  
  

Qualifications

Must-Have:

• Post-secondary education in engineering, computer science, business, or related fields. Equivalent, related work experience will also be considered.
• 5+ years of experience in a product development or project management environment
• Experience with tools for project management, including dashboarding and metrics
• Experience developing and communicating progress and planning reporting
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office with intermediate to advanced Excel skills
  
  

Key Success Factors:

• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to influence others without direct authority
• Self-motivated and persistent mindset
• Detail oriented with inquisitive attitude
• Ability to balance multiple priorities
• Critical thinking skills for identifying cause and effect
  
  

Nice-to-Have:

• Contract, supply chain, and/or financial reporting experience
• Administrative experience
• Understanding of GNSS, positioning techniques, autonomy and/or related technologies
• Familiarity with hardware and software design and development practices