Network Innovations
Project Manager, New Product Introduction
Calgary, AB
Project Manager, New Product Introduction
About Network Innovations
Keeping people connected anywhere on the planet is more than just our expertise - it's our mission. Network Innovations is a technology and systems integrator that provides secure and seamless global communications solutions. Our customers conduct some of the most important work on the planet, whether it's helping a remote island rise again after a hurricane, defending a country's borders, preventing a catastrophic power grid failure… you get the drift. What this means for our team is that we come to work each day knowing that it matters. We're forward-thinkers and problem-solvers who thrive on challenges, with determination, integrity, humility, and respect at our core. If you're looking to grow with an organization that values collaboration, diversity, and learning, you're in the right place.
Established in 1989 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, our team now includes more than 250 industry experts across five continents and 16 offices. We serve customers in industries including Government and Defense, Public Safety, Oil and Gas, Media, Mining, Utilities, Recreation, and Maritime.
Description
We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Project Manager to join our New Product Introduction (NPI) team. The primary role of the Project Manager will be to oversee the planning, execution, delivery and launch of new products (software, hardware, and services) into our markets.
You will manage projects to take a solution initiated within one NI Business Unit and standardize availability across NI. You will also help solutions started in the Products and Networks teams (and from 3rd party vendors) to take prototypes to commercial readiness. You will work with Sales, Marketing, Operations (Activations, Logistics, and Support), and Finance teams to ensure that the new product or service meets their sales and operational needs. You will be responsible for developing and improving the NPI process, task tracking and ensuring that the project is delivered on time and budget.
If you are a driven individual with a passion for project management and new products, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Determine project readiness for NPI.
- Develop and maintain the project plan for each NPI project.
- Coordinate all activities related to new products including requirements gathering, design, engineering, marketing, sales, activations, and support.
- Identify and manage risks, issues, and dependencies throughout the project lifecycle.
- Establish strong rapport with SMEs, project stakeholders, and external vendors.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and communication of project milestones, issues and resolutions, status updates, and key decisions.
- Manage project budgets, schedules, and cross-functional resources to ensure successful project delivery on time, in scope, and on budget.
- Monitor project progress across project portfolio and provide regular updates to stakeholders and senior management.
- Transition projects into Sales and Operations with strong documentation and training via change management.
- Drive continual improvement toward best practices in NPI via retrospectives at end of project.
Qualifications (Required Experience & Skills)
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in project management, preferably with tech products / XaaS, in a startup or scale up env't.
- Solid experience in managing a portfolio of 4-6 projects at a time.
- Demonstrated ability to establish strong collaborative relationships across departments and geographies.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, track projects, and hit milestones.
- Strong understanding of agile project management methodologies and tools.
- Experience leading cross-functional project teams in a matrixed organization.
- Experience with vendor management and negotiations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with project management software such as Jira, Asana, or MS Project.
- Self-driven with strong organization skills - ability to work independently and with teams across time zones.
Qualifications (Nice to Have)
- Experience with Network Service Technologies (IP, Satellite, Cellular, SD-WAN)
- Experience with SaaS platforms in cloud and hybrid environments.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as ISO27001, CMMC.
- Experience working cross-culturally in a multi-national company, with internal stakeholders as your customer.
- Experience developing technical documentation and training materials.
- PMP Certification and/or Agile Practitioner Certification.
Qualifications (Mindset)
- Customer focus
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Creative, collaborative, and open-minded
- Passion and pride in your work results
- A willingness to embrace and live the core values of Network Innovations
Working conditions
This is a full-time position in a professional office environment with flexible work hours (standard 8am-5pm, Hybrid – min 3 days in office). However, the incumbent must be available to work with stakeholders across time zones, within reason. Occasional travel (up to 10%) is expected. Position requires sitting and using a computer for extended periods of time. Position requires ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50lbs. and reach overhead.
Details
- Job titleProject Manager, New Product Introduction
- LocationCalgary, AB
- SupervisorDirector of NPI
- DepartmentCTO Group
About Network Innovations
Keeping people connected anywhere on the planet is more than just our expertise – it’s our mission. Network Innovations is a technology and systems integrator that provides secure and seamless global communications solutions. Our customers conduct some of the most important work on the planet, whether it’s helping a remote island rise again after a hurricane, defending a country's borders, preventing a catastrophic power grid failure… you get the deal. What this means for our team is that we come to work each day knowing that it matters. We’re forward thinkers and problem solvers who thrive on challenges. Determination, integrity, humility, and respect are at our core. If you’re looking to grow with an organization that values collaboration, diversity, and learning, you’re in the right place.
Network Innovations is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We live our core values and look to them to drive business results and help our customers conduct some of the most important work on the planet. We believe a diverse global workforce allows us to create customer intimacy and sustained profitability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, marital status, family status, disability, genetic characteristics. Whether you are starting your career or have decades of experience, we welcome you to join our mission to connect our world securely and seamlessly.
Accommodations during the application process are available upon request. While we appreciate all applicant submissions, only those considered to be most qualified will be contacted for further assessment.
Disclaimer Statement: This job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to a position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed above provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.