Job Description

Position Description

We are seeking a highly organized and execution-focused Project Manager to lead the end-to-end implementation of PowerOptix, our partner's energy market operations and optimization platform. The Project Manager will serve as the primary point of coordination between internal teams, external vendors, and client stakeholders, ensuring successful delivery of complex technical solutions within defined timelines and scopes.

This role is ideal for a project leader with strong experience in SaaS deployments, energy market technology, or grid-operations platforms who thrives in dynamic, cross-functional environments. This role will require up to 50% travel to the US and can be offered as permanent or contract based employment. All related travel costs and fees for appropriate travel permits will be covered and provided by CANEIL.

Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Execution Own the full lifecycle of PowerOptix implementation projects, from kick-off through go-live and post-launch stabilization. Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations. Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, product, data integration, QA, and client success. Stakeholder Management Serve as primary point of contact for client project teams; manage expectations, deliver updates, and address risks proactively. Facilitate regular project meetings, status reviews, and executive briefings. Collaborate with technical leads to translate business requirements into actionable implementation tasks. Technical & Operational Oversight Understand PowerOptix capabilities, modules, and integration requirements to guide project scope and sequencing. Oversee system configuration, data migration, API integration, and market interface setup. Ensure compliance with relevant market operator requirements (ISO/RTO markets such as ERCOT, PJM, CAISO, etc., if applicable). Risk & Quality Management Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks; create contingency plans as needed. Drive QA readiness, validation testing, UAT, and cutover planning. Ensure deliverables meet quality, performance, and regulatory standards. Process Optimization Standardize repeatable implementation processes and documentation. Capture lessons learned and integrate continuous improvements into the delivery framework. Provide feedback to product and engineering teams to enhance PowerOptix functionality and implementation efficiency.

Required Qualifications

7+ years of project management experience, ideally in software implementation, energy technology, or enterprise SaaS delivery. PMP, CSM, or equivalent certification (a plus). Strong understanding of energy markets, power operations, optimization systems, or real-time scheduling platforms (preferred). Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-phase technical projects with multiple stakeholders. Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, MS Project, Smartsheet). Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills. Ability to translate technical concepts into clear, actionable project plans.

Success Indicators

On-time, on-budget delivery of PowerOptix implementations. High client satisfaction and smooth adoption during go-live. Strong collaborative relationships across technical and business teams. Measurable improvements to delivery processes and implementation efficiency.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $80,000.00-$120,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person