Project Advisor

Project Advisor

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Project Advisor for a leading utility and infrastructure organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a business professional with expertise in process optimization, Lean methodologies, facilitation, and organizational change to help drive continuous improvement initiatives across a complex and highly regulated environment.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Minimum 11 years of related experience in business improvement, process optimization, business transformation, strategic planning, or organizational change.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Law, or a related discipline.
• Green Belt certification or demonstrated experience leading process improvement initiatives.
• Strong experience developing business solutions and providing client advisory services.
• Exceptional facilitation, leadership, and consensus-building skills.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously within a fast-paced environment.
• Experience engaging and influencing diverse stakeholder groups.
• Advanced understanding of business improvement methodologies and organizational change principles.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
• Formal project management training or experience.
• Adult education, instructional design, or training facilitation experience.
• Knowledge of change management frameworks and practices.
• Experience with Design Thinking methodologies.
• Experience implementing Lean Management Systems or Daily Management practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead business improvement initiatives that enhance operational performance, efficiency, quality, and customer value.
• Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Apply methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma, Design Thinking, Daily Management, business analysis, and process mapping to solve business challenges.
• Deliver training programs including White Belt, Yellow Belt, Green Belt, Design Thinking, and Daily Management content.
• Develop and promote business improvement programs, services, and organizational capabilities.
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and organizational effectiveness through proactive engagement with business stakeholders.
• Measure, track, and report on initiative benefits, including improvements to time, cost, quality, and operational performance.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and provide strategic recommendations that support business objectives.
• Support the development and implementation of sustainable business solutions that align with long-term organizational goals.

Technical Requirements

• Experience with Lean Six Sigma methodologies and continuous improvement practices.
• Strong facilitation, business analysis, and process mapping capabilities.
• Excellent strategic planning and organizational development skills.
• Strong research, analytical, and decision-support capabilities.
• Ability to integrate long-term business objectives into program and initiative design.
• Advanced written and spoken English communication skills.

Work Environment

This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work closely with business leaders, operational teams, and stakeholders across a large and complex organization. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving continuous improvement, organizational effectiveness, and business transformation initiatives while helping build improvement capabilities across the organization.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com