What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager of Projects position at Wellons?
Location: Vancouver, Wa.
For over 50 years, Wellons has been a renowned industry leader specializing in the design, manufacturing, and construction of biomass energy systems and lumber dry kilns. With a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and quality, we deliver cutting-edge solutions to clients throughout North America. Our team is driven by a passion for excellence and a dedication to creating a cleaner, more efficient future.
High Level Summary of Position
Wellons is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Manager of Projects To start up a Project Management Office at Wellons to oversee and coordinate all aspects of project. The Manager of Projects is responsible for developing and leading a team of Project Managers and support staff in the execution of complex industrial projects. This role ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in alignment with customer expectations and company objectives. The Manager of Projects drives accountability, process consistency, and continuous improvement across the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Leadership & Team Development
- Develop, mentor, and lead a team of Project Managers and project support personnel.
- Establish clear performance expectations and provide coaching, feedback, and annual evaluations.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Support recruiting, onboarding, and training of new project management staff.
Project Oversight & Execution
- Provide oversight for multiple concurrent capital equipment and industrial system projects.
- Develop and ensure adherence to company project management processes and best practices.
- Create, review and approve project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and change orders.
- Identify risks and ensure mitigation strategies are implemented.
- Monitor project performance metrics and take corrective action when necessary.
Financial & Operational Management
- Ensure accurate forecasting of revenue, costs, and gross margin performance.
- Oversee contract compliance, billing milestones, and cash flow performance.
- Partner with Finance to review project financial health and profitability.
- Drive cost control and productivity improvements across projects.
Cross-Functional Coordination
- Collaborate closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, Field Services, and Sales.
- Support contract reviews and project kick-off meetings.
- Ensure smooth handoffs between departments throughout the project lifecycle.
- Act as an escalation point for customer concerns and project-related issues.
Customer & Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and key stakeholders.
- Participate in high-level client meetings and issue resolution.
- Ensure customer satisfaction from contract award through final commissioning.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 10 years of experience managing industrial, energy, manufacturing, or capital equipment projects.
- 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
- Strong financial acumen, including budgeting and forecasting.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in project management software and ERP systems.
Preferred
- PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.
- Experience with biomass energy systems, Sawmill Operations, industrial boilers, Power Generation or large-scale capital equipment projects.
- Experience in an EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) environment.
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking and operational leadership
- Risk management and problem-solving
- Financial management and cost control
- Contract administration
- Customer-focused mindset
- Process improvement orientation
Benefits
- Vacation: 3 weeks
- Sick time: 5 days
- Employee Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan: 401k (Employee contributed), and Profit Sharing
- Salary: Commensurate with experience