Regional Project Manager - APAC & China

The Project Manager will be responsible for driving the day-to-day activities of the CBM projects in APAC region and supporting multiple instrument-based monitoring solutions used in the electrical Transmission and Distribution sector as well as O&G and Industrial projects. The key objective is to provide the timely delivery of projects meeting all delivery dates and milestones to a successful project closure.

The role requires interaction and support of other functional groups including sales quotations operations purchasing and field services. The project Manager CBM APAC should provide regular project update to APAC Sales team on projects progress and any issues where support is needed. In addition the project manager is expected to act as CBM technical project expert and provide technical and/or commercial support to APAC CBM Application Engineer and Sales team during bidding stages (whenever needed) to ensure success in securing new CBM business. There is considerable interface with our customers to ensure we meet all technical specifications of that requested by the customer and timely delivery of all hardware and supporting documentation. We have customers in over 60 countries and team members on several continents to ensure responsiveness and support within the time zone.

You will be part of a dedicated Projects Team and will be responsible on driving customer success including growth and retention of our business at targeted accounts. This team is considered the talent pool for this organization and has high visibility for professional growth.

Heres where youll demonstrate your proficiencies:

• Managing the day-to-day operations of the CBM project backlog including assigning tasks setting priorities and monitoring progress.
• Ensuring that projects are completed on time within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Developing and implementing strategies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the project management process.
• Managing relationships with clients stakeholders and other project team members to ensure that projects are delivered in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to project management.
• Developing and maintaining a database of projects and related documentation.
• Reviewing and approving project plans budgets and schedules.
• Monitoring and controlling project risks issues and changes.
• Providing training and professional development opportunities to project managers.
• Provide regular update to the regions management on projects progress and challenges
• Provide commercial and technical project support to regions Sales and CBM AE when needed to increase success and winning chances of new projects
• Collaborating with other departments within the organization to ensure that projects are aligned with overall business objectives.
• Keeping up to date with industry trends and best practices related to project management.
• Performing other duties as assigned by senior management.
• BS degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering or related field is required. MS degree is preferred.

Skills & Experience

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• Minimum of 5 years experience ideally with expertise in technical customer service/ commercial operations role. Preference will be given to those with knowledge and experience working or serving the utility Transmission Distribution or Power Generation industries.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Good understanding of IT and communication protocols comfortable around instrumentation and using basic programming tools where necessary.
• Proven track record on how to influence engage and motivate colleagues and customers to seek out the right solutions
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders are also essential.
• Problem solving and advanced troubleshooting skills in technical and process related issues
• Experience with CRM case management e.g. and Oracle is preferred.