Wärtsilä
Project Manager, Workforce Planning
Wärtsilä Energy leads the transition toward a 100% renewable energy future. We help partners accelerate their decarbonization journeys through market‑leading technologies and power system modeling expertise.
As field services and O&M agreements expand, we are scaling to meet demand. This permanent full‑time position is based in Houston, Texas, with a hybrid schedule requiring onsite presence twice per week. Candidates outside Houston willing to relocate are welcome.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and manage project plans for workforce initiatives, ensuring alignment with business needs and timelines.
Forecast staffing requirements using data analytics and market intelligence.
Build and maintain talent pipelines through partnerships with schools, universities, and industry organizations.
Collaborate with HR, Talent Acquisition, Business Units, and Operations to execute recruitment and onboarding projects.
Collaborate with marketing on employer branding and talent engagement events.
Track project milestones, report on KPIs, and upscale risks as needed.
Optimize resource allocation and drive process improvements.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical, business, or related field.
Demonstrated experience in project management, with a strong focus on workforce planning and strategic execution.
Recognized project management certification, such as PMP or CCMP.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage cross‑functional projects and influence without direct authority.
Proficiency with project management and workforce analytics tools.
Familiarity with agile methodologies and ability to operate effectively in an agile environment.
Demonstrated ability to establish partnerships with technical institutions; prior experience in this area is highly valued.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience leveraging AI tools or technologies for strategic workforce planning, including identifying optimal talent sources.
Forward‑thinking approach to integrating technology into workforce strategies.
Travel Requirements Up to 60% travel, primarily for stakeholder engagement and project‑related activities.
Key Performance Indicators
Time‑to‑hire and offer‑to‑hire process efficiency.
Achievement of hiring targets and talent pipeline quality.
New hire engagement and retention rates.
Resource utilization and cost optimization.
Why Join Us?
Lead high‑impact workforce projects in a dynamic, growing sector.
Influence strategic talent decisions and collaborate with passionate teams.
Competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities.
EEO Statement Wärtsilä North America is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local employment laws. Candidates for U.S. positions must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or otherwise authorized to work in the U.S. We value diversity and inclusion; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on job‑relevant merits and abilities.
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As field services and O&M agreements expand, we are scaling to meet demand. This permanent full‑time position is based in Houston, Texas, with a hybrid schedule requiring onsite presence twice per week. Candidates outside Houston willing to relocate are welcome.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and manage project plans for workforce initiatives, ensuring alignment with business needs and timelines.
Forecast staffing requirements using data analytics and market intelligence.
Build and maintain talent pipelines through partnerships with schools, universities, and industry organizations.
Collaborate with HR, Talent Acquisition, Business Units, and Operations to execute recruitment and onboarding projects.
Collaborate with marketing on employer branding and talent engagement events.
Track project milestones, report on KPIs, and upscale risks as needed.
Optimize resource allocation and drive process improvements.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical, business, or related field.
Demonstrated experience in project management, with a strong focus on workforce planning and strategic execution.
Recognized project management certification, such as PMP or CCMP.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage cross‑functional projects and influence without direct authority.
Proficiency with project management and workforce analytics tools.
Familiarity with agile methodologies and ability to operate effectively in an agile environment.
Demonstrated ability to establish partnerships with technical institutions; prior experience in this area is highly valued.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience leveraging AI tools or technologies for strategic workforce planning, including identifying optimal talent sources.
Forward‑thinking approach to integrating technology into workforce strategies.
Travel Requirements Up to 60% travel, primarily for stakeholder engagement and project‑related activities.
Key Performance Indicators
Time‑to‑hire and offer‑to‑hire process efficiency.
Achievement of hiring targets and talent pipeline quality.
New hire engagement and retention rates.
Resource utilization and cost optimization.
Why Join Us?
Lead high‑impact workforce projects in a dynamic, growing sector.
Influence strategic talent decisions and collaborate with passionate teams.
Competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities.
EEO Statement Wärtsilä North America is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local employment laws. Candidates for U.S. positions must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or otherwise authorized to work in the U.S. We value diversity and inclusion; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on job‑relevant merits and abilities.
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