Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we - Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent - want to join the ride?Water and Waste business unit (WAW) is a true end-to-end business as part of Wärtsilä Portfolio Businesses. WAW is a global leader in designing and supplying innovative wet and dry waste equipment and freshwater generation solutions for passenger vessels & conventional waste management and ballast water treatment equipment for all marine segments. WAW has the industry's broadest product offering to secure beyond compliant operations for our marine customers.We have now a unique and exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Project Manager to join our busy Project Management team in the Water and Waste processing business, based in Suzhou, China.As a Lead Project Manager, you will report to the Manager, WAW ASIA and will play a key role in delivering project management practices throughout the project lifecycle. Also taking a leading role in coordinating workload, reporting on performance, and supporting the local project delivery team.What will you be doing?Team Leadership & Coordination
Managing current on hand workload and distribution of new projects
Developing and managing delivery performance reporting
Leading & contributing to the continuous improvement activities related to Conventional Waste product lifecycle delivery process and ways of working
Coordinating local Project Planner
Supporting in the competence development of other team members
Project Management
Supporting and contributing in sales contracting and proposal phase of a project
For projects assigned to them, Candidates will be responsible and accountable for the financial management and physical delivery ontime delivery of a projects full scope of supply
Creating and maintaining project plans and/or tracking tools to schedule and monitor scope deliverables
Accurately interpret key issues & risks of the project from the client and ensure these are mitigated wherever possible and effectively documented and communicated to all members of the project team and relevant departments
Execute contracts according to the agreed upon terms and being responsible for change order management and execution during the projects delivery
Effectively manage internal resources to ensure project deliverables are ontime
Deliver projects in accordance with Wärtsilä Water Systems procedures and guidelines
Create & present progress/variance reports to management/project stakeholders as required including project final evaluation and wrap up meetings / reports
Where needed, coordinating onsite commissioning of projects, ensuring satisfactory final product handover to the client
Develop and maintain customer relationships
Some travel to visit customers and/or vessels may be required. This may be domestic or international.
You will shine in this role As a Project when you have:
Proven Project Management experience where the candidate was responsible for the whole delivery lifecycle to an end user/customer - minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar position
Holds an internationally recognised Project Management Qualification
Marine/offshore industry experience is preferred but not essential
Experience using SAP would be very helpful, or as a minimum using other similar ERP/MRP systems
Must have Excellent English & Chinese Communication Skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing), can use English confidently as main working Language
Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills and evidence in building strong customer relationships that enhance the customer experience
High attention to detail, to include establishing milestones, dependencies and risk mitigation plans
Proactive approach towards problem resolution, solution sharing and establishing best practice
Customer focussed whilst being commercially aware with proven ability to be strategic whilst assured of operational delivery within set parameters and budgets
Why you and us?We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other's growth and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have courage to see opportunities and take initiative.We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in a diverse and inclusive work community where everyone can be their true self. We don't always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for.Contact and next stepsDoes this sound like the job for you? If yes, we hope to hear from you before the application deadline date, through submitting your application through our career's portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process all the way.Last application date: 10/05/2024At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.This is WärtsiläWärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 17,800 professionals, in more than 280 locations in 79 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on .
