Sr. Project Manager

Summary

Väderstad is looking for people who share our passion for farming. Our employees are the most important resource we have in achieving our goals. We provide great career opportunities for the right candidates in a rapidly evolving workplace with locations in ag markets across North America. Väderstad is an equal opportunity employer, that values and respects diversity in its workforce. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit and business needs.

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for delivering assigned projects within the specified time, scope, and budget by planning, budgeting, supervising, and documenting project activities. This role collaborates with members of the Product and Project Management team to define project scope and scheduling, as well as with other departments as needed. The Sr. Project Manager may work independently or lead a team to complete projects.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
• 5–10 years of progressive project management experience, preferably in manufacturing or agriculture sectors
• PMP certification required; CSM, Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt), or PgMP considered strong assets
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects from initiation to completion
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP); familiarity with CAD or 3D modeling tools is an asset
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Knowledge of modern farming practices, precision agriculture technologies, and equipment is an asset
• Eligibility for P.Eng. designation (if applicable)
• Strong technical acumen, both practical and theoretical

Why Work with Us?

• Four-day work week, every week is a long weekend!
• Väderstad offers a competitive compensation package including competitive salary, health benefits and pension matching.
• Health, Dental, Vision and Prescription benefits are 100% paid by the Väderstad.
• Flexible work environment
• Väderstad provides you the opportunity to work with an ambitious, growth-oriented team that is driven to continuously improve.

Core Competencies

• Team player
• Initiative and independence
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Commitment to ongoing learning and adaptability
• Capable of working individually and as part of a team
• Adapting to new situations
• Critical and analytical thinking skills
• Dedication to process improvement
• Solid technical background

Accountabilities

• Leading internal projects as the project management function grows
• Develop and maintain project quality models according to organizational standards
• Establish and implement project maturity models in line with organizational guidelines
• Set up project communication frameworks consistent with organizational protocols
• Create guidelines and promote awareness regarding quality, scope, schedule, and budget
• Influence and evolve decision-making processes for projects
• Develop continuous improvement initiatives for project management with emphasis on:
  • Coordinating and overseeing projects, including managing large, cross-functional teams
  • Facilitating engagement among project members and functional areas
  • Managing project timelines and milestones
  • Overseeing project budgets and reporting
  • Engaging stakeholders
  • Addressing project deviations, reporting, and conflict resolution
  • Conducting Project Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
  • Ensuring Design FMEA and technical risk assessments are completed
  • Delivering product cost calculations and monitoring cost targets
  • Administering changes within projects
  • Supporting a collaborative project team environment
  • Leading improvement initiatives in project management and product development

Work Conditions

• Primarily a typical office working environment
• Primarily travel between North American Manufacturing sites
• International travel might be required
• Shop and field exposure is required during the prototyping and testing phases
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals
• Work is performed in a combination of environments which require the usage of Personal Protective Equipment
• This position may be exposed to elements such as noise, dust, odors, fumes and oils
• Job anxiety, tension and mental stress can occur from time to time in meeting deadlines, confrontation, interruptions, long meetings and responding to general duties
• Lifting or moving up to 50lbs may be required