Project Manager, Fuels and Appliances​/Chef de projet, Combustibles et Appareils

BUILDING A WORLD CLASS TEAM STARTS WITH YOU

At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It’s been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919 to more than 3,500 standards, codes & related products today.

Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products – from everyday household items to leading‑edge technology – to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact.

Our employees take pride in making a difference in people’s lives through the work that we do. We’re looking for people like you to help make it happen.

CSA Group has an immediate opportunity for a Project Manager, Fuels and Appliances. In this challenging and rewarding role, you will interact with industry experts, manufacturers, academia, researchers, scientists and government to develop leading‑edge standards solutions, facilitate technical discussions and promote consensus amongst these leaders. CSA Group standards are developed by volunteer members through an accredited process and are used by a broad base of stakeholders to help enhance safety and sustainability for people and business.

The Fuels and Appliances team manages a diverse portfolio of standards and guidelines that relate to the safety, performance and installation of fueled (gaseous, liquid and solid) equipment and systems in Canada and the United States, with a key trend on supporting decarbonisation efforts focusing on energy efficiency, bioenergy and hydrogen blends.

• Overseeing all aspects of assigned projects within the program area primarily involving the management of multiple Canadian, US and international standards development committees.
• Establishing timelines for project activities, determining project resource requirements (e.g. funding, personnel support) and assembling overall project schedules.
• Utilizing strong business acumen and planning skills to determine and manage the resources (time, budget, quality, etc.) required to complete the project.
• Developing and maintaining key stakeholder relationships (with academia, regulators, industry etc.).
• Promoting and improving committee efficiency, evaluating member performance and taking action as required.
• The management of standards development activities in existing areas, as well as conducting business development initiatives to expand the portfolio into new areas of the Program.
• Consulting with clients and other areas of CSA Group’s business to support development of standards and impact of standards.
• Liaising with clients, management, Legal and Finance to compose proposals, contracts and financial analysis for new projects.

• Post‑secondary degree in a related field, such as engineering, science or project management, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• An advanced degree would be an asset.
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) designation or equivalent designation would be an asset.

• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience, with 3–5 years of experience in Standards Development or Project Management.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the fuels and appliances industry would be an asset.
• Knowledge of relevant standards industry, regulatory environment, government policy, industry landscape and funding programmes/models would be an asset.
• Experience working with volunteers and/or multi‑stakeholder groups would be an asset.
• Experience in writing and presenting business plans and project proposals.

• Excellent Project Management, organisational and planning skills.
• Strong ability to network, manage relationships at all levels, identify opportunities and win new business.
• Ability to successfully negotiate with stakeholders in challenging and demanding situations.
• Creative, participative and flexible approach to managing work assignments.
• Strong leadership, decision making and negotiation skills.
• High degree of self‑motivation, resilience, adaptability…