Senior Specialist, Project Execution

by PowerCo

Reference #: 4175
Position Type: Regular, Full-time
Remote work options: Hybrid
Location: St. Thomas, Ontario
Date Posted: Sep 09, 2025
PowerCo

Job Description

Our Story and Why We're Growing

We are proud to announce the launch of Volkswagen Group’s largest cell factory, PowerCo, in St. Thomas. This is more than just a job – it’s a unique opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy. Join us as we ramp up operations and help build a world-class company.

At PowerCo, we believe in fostering an environment where ambition meets collaboration, and where flexibility and creativity thrive.  You'll be part of a diverse, talented team that is shaping the future of battery production. You’ll have the chance to advance your career while working alongside passionate colleagues who share a vision of making a lasting impact on the world.

Are you ready to be part of something exciting? Power up your career with us!

About the Role

The Sr. Execution Coordinator - Formation & Aging is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of projects the project. This role ensures that tasks are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational goals. The coordinator works closely with cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders to manage timelines, track deliverables, and resolve issues focusing in the Formation & Aging area.

This position is in-person and located in the charming town of St. Thomas ON.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drive and oversee project execution to ensure milestone attainment, budget discipline, and adherence to technical scope, enabling seamless transition from planning into production.
  • Develop, maintain, and optimize integrated project plans, schedules, and documentation to strengthen transparency, accountability, and cross-functional coordination.
  • Track progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders, ensuring proactive communication, alignment, and timely decision-making.
  • Convene, ramp up, and support taskforce to address critical priorities, accelerate execution, and enable rapid response to emerging challenges.
  • Facilitate collaboration with internal teams and external partners to align objectives, mitigate risks, and secure timely delivery of project requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards.
  • Identify and resolve execution risks and bottlenecks — including vendor, resource, or process challenges — to protect continuity and operational performance.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards, embedding governance and operational discipline in execution practices.

What you bring to the Team

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g.,  S Project, Oracle platform "Primavera") and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment; interface efficiently with planning quality, maintenance, logistics, production to coordinate execution activities.
• High awareness of operational safety
• Comfortable working on the shop floor, directing technicians/operators, and making real-time execution calls.
• Ability to identify execution bottlenecks, and implement countermeasures in real time.

Power Perks

•    Attractive Remuneration: We offer a competitive and attractive remuneration that reflect your skills, experience, and contributions.
•    Vacation Allowance: We offer our employees competitive paid time off. Plus, you don’t need to take any vacation days from December 24 to December 31.
•    Opportunities for development
•    Relocation Support
•    Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community.
•    Competitive employer paid benefits and overall compensation package with extended health care, dental, vision and mental health support.
•    Pension and Retirement Savings: We contribute to a Registered Pension Plan and matching contribution to a retirement savings plan.

*This is a flex hybrid work structure, where employees can work both remotely and on-site. However, please note all hybrid work arrangements are subject to the terms and conditions of our hybrid work policy as may be amended from time to time.

Please note that we appreciate the interest of all candidates, however only those under consideration will be contacted.

We believe that the best results are created in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Therefore, all qualified applications will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, religion, gender (identity), sexual orientation, national origin or disability.

PowerCo Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities including during the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to determine what reasonable accommodation may be available to meet your needs whether it be as an applicant or an employee. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Recruiter who will consult with you to determine an appropriate and reasonable accommodation.