Manager, Global Projects

Position DescriptionRole: Manager, Global ProjectsReports to: VP, PMOTeam size: No direct reportsLocation: US Remote (Arizona preferred)Job SummaryThe Global Project Manager leads project activities related to internal key projects. Some of the projects within the area of responsibility are rolling out new technologies for blade manufacturing.Ensuring the project is delivered on schedule, following the TPI procedures, within budget and cost are the key mission of a Global PM. Projects are executed under a robust planning and risk mitigation.He/she will ensure common processes and standard implementation of metrics across key projects. Key stakeholders include Technology PM, Technology groups, Plant Managers, Factory Managers, Operational Managers, Local Project Managers and Senior Executive Team at TPI.Key accountabilities/responsibilities for this role include:Responsibilities & AccountabilitiesExecute the project according to Technology Readiness Level and Manufacturing Readiness Level readiness level.Prepare Gate reviews with a high understanding and review of all mandatory deliverables.Tracks and monitors the overall project status for technology projects.Ensures robust planning and risk mitigation.Conducts high level executive (Steerco reviews) with stage gate meetings at appropriate timesEnsures that the projects are meeting cost and schedule targets and following common processes and standards.Coordinates weekly reporting with key stakeholders.Engages proactively with stakeholders on the respective levels of their organizations to ensure alignment of expectations.Provides performance monitoring, information and reporting; helps diagnose root cause of problems and mitigate risks.Ensures teams are taking corrective action as necessary to deliver complete scope, needed quality and timeline of projects.Leading without Authority.Audit business practices and ensure alignment with global standards. Promote and develop processes associated to technology projects rollout.Identify when global standards do not exist and coordinate the creation of such standards as appropriate.Who we are looking for:BA/BS in engineering related field of study.Advanced degree preferred but not required.Required experience in wind blade manufacturing or aerospace.8+ years relevant of Project Management experience.Knowledge of project management standards, tools & techniques.Significant experience in technology projects rollout in relevant industries.Ability to deliver effective presentations to executive management.Ability to creatively operationalize concepts and strategies that may be new and maturing in details and structure.Ability to travel up to 30% of the time, working from home is a possibility to be negotiated with the candidate.Independent thinker and problem-solver; comfortable working in changing operational organizational environment.Strong leadership, mentoring, organizational and communication skills.Strong ability to collaborate with internal customers, senior leadership and project managers.TPI Composites is a global provider of structural composites products and the largest U.S. based independent manufacturer of composites wind blades to major turbine manufacturers in the United States, Europe, and Asia. It enables many of the industry's leading wind turbine original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), which have historically relied on in-house production, to outsource the manufacturing of some of their wind blades through its global footprint of advanced manufacturing facilities strategically located to serve large and growing wind markets in a cost-effective manner.Additional InformationTPI Composites, Inc. offer competitive compensation and benefits, including but not limited to, health and dental insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, and paid vacation plans.TPI Composites, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Background check and drug test required. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.