Project Manager

Join us on the journey to help build the world using applied robotics and AI!

Novarc Technologies is a full-stack robotics company helping to build the world using applied robotics and AI. Recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in the Americas by the Financial Times for two consecutive years, we are at the epicenter of innovation and global expansion.

Join our dynamic team as we extend our reach across four continents, blending pioneering welding technology with a profound global impact.

It's a captivating time to be part of our journey - here, you'll do more than just work; you'll be an integral part of a movement shaping the tech-driven future.

Novarc Technologies is looking for a Project Manager to join our growing team and support the production of our cobots.

Summary : As a Project Manager you will be responsible for the successful execution of all customer projects to ensure outcomes are in line with the company project goals, processes, contracts, and of course, customer requirements.

In addition to this, you will assist with the planning and execution of internal process development and improvement initiatives and projects.

The ideal candidate will join the Novarc team with a strong foundation in mechanical and / or electrical engineering and a go-getter attitude.

The Project Manager will report directly to The VP of Operations and Program Management.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Lead projects using appropriate company standard project management tools (Wrike) and internal processes / procedures.
• Understand the client's outcome requirements and manage their expectations and any variations to the original scope.
• Manage scope creep and execute Variation Orders (VORs) as and when required.
• Manage the interface between Sales, Production, Supply Chain, Installation, Engineering, and Customer Success teams.
• Prepare NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports) and produce Corrective Actions.
• Analyzes project profitability to ensure it is in line with the set gross margin.
• Manages the payment schedule to ensure collections are in line with the contract.
• Ensures project documents are complete, current and stored appropriately.
• Prepare client facing and internal reports.
• Use data to determine trends and identify corrective action if needed focusing on improving designs, systems and processes.
• Evaluate the lessons learnt during the process, documents and feed back into the respective teams.
• Lead and assist in the development and implementation of internal business process initiatives, improvements and other projects as required.
• Assist in internal projects as required.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience :

• Bachelor of Engineering plus 5 years experience managing projects in a related sector, or equivalent education and experience.
• Project Management Training / Certification (PMP) / Prince 2 preferred.
• Agile certifications (PMI-ACP or equivalent) is a plus.
• Proven experience with external clients required.
• Very communicative, outgoing, yet respectfully firm with Novarc's company positions and boundaries of the contracts.
• Experience in a start-up manufacturing or small scale production environment is a plus.
• Understanding of the design process through to manufacturing and installation.
• Comprehensive understanding and be able to execute earned value -"EV" and measure the progress.
• Knowledge of project accounting, Cash flow forecasting and invoice management.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Problem-solving attitude.
• Experience with "Wrike" Project Management software is a plus, although other PM software experience (Zoho, Microsoft Project) experience is translatable.

About Novarc Technologies :

Novarc Technologies is a full-stack robotics company specializing in the design and manufacturing of cobots and AI-based machine vision solutions for autonomous welding.

Novarc's Spool Welding Robot (SWR) is the world's first of its kind in pipe welding applications. As a proven pioneer in the field, Novarc's team is dedicated to solving challenging welding automation problems that improve customers' bottom line.

Why Novarc :

• Growing Opportunities - We are in the process of maturing into a fast-growing medium-sized business.
• Great place to be - We have created a fun, adventurous, and open-minded environment where our teams are encouraged to bond and expose a little weirdness.
• Best People - Our team is made up of talented, intelligent, and hardworking people.
• Lots of Opportunities - We are constantly looking for stand-out talent internally to move into leadership positions.

We are excited to invite you to join our growing team for this amazing journey!

Novarc provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, national or ethnic origin, color, political belief, marital or family status, religion, special abilities, age, sex or sexual orientation, or a criminal conviction or charge that is unrelated to employment of to the intended employment of that person.

This applies to all our practices of recruitment, selection, promotion, training and development, health and safety, and compensation."