Project Manager II

Role Description

The Project Manager II is responsible for achieving the project’s objectives across a diverse portfolio of SMB, National VIP, and Data Center projects, including both structured deployments and service-based engagements. They work closely with the Commercial Manager, Program Manager, Site Technical Manager, and Engineering Lead to define project objectives, create execution plans, and deliver successful outcomes aligned to customer requirements.

The Project Manager II has a working knowledge of the technical and organizational environments in which deliverables are created and operates effectively across both traditional project execution and higher-volume, fast-paced service delivery models. They may also assist in strategic planning for the department.

The Project Manager II must have strong communication skills (verbal and written) at all levels, be proactive, exhibit strong leadership qualities, and be adaptable in a dynamic, geographically dispersed, and customer-focused environment managing multiple concurrent projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for meeting the scope, schedule, and budget commitments reflected in the Project Management Plan across a mix of SMB, National VIP, and Data Center projects.
• Serve as the primary project execution leader, coordinating cross-functional stakeholders to achieve customer, financial, schedule, and quality objectives.
• Lead the Project Team in developing and managing the Project Management Plan within established constraints while adapting delivery approach based on project size, complexity, and customer needs.
• Implement and enforce change control over project scope, schedule, resources, and budget.
• Collaborate with resource managers and organizational leadership to secure appropriate resources across field, engineering, service, and construction teams.
• Manage resources by planning, scheduling, and forecasting manpower and resource requirements, including efficient coordination across multiple smaller and concurrent engagements.
• Manage subcontractors to deliver high-quality installations and services on schedule.
• Drive execution across both traditional project workflows and service-oriented work, ensuring consistent delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Manage the timely resolution of issues, including escalation of issues that are outside of the project team’s scope of responsibility.
• Continually identify and proactively manage project risks and opportunities; ensure corrective actions are executed through closure.
• Coordinate and direct project and service closeout to the customer, including verification of deliverables, documentation, and readiness for ongoing support.
• Prepare and deliver final project closure documentation and ensure timely financial reconciliation and final payment.
• Maintain ownership of project documentation, including change orders and issue logs.
• Monitor the project portfolio and report status to leadership on a regular basis.
• Review and approve all team project submittals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with SMB and National VIP customers, ensuring high customer satisfaction and repeat business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical, business, or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Minimum of 7 years’ work experience managing BMS, HVAC, Industrial Controls / Automation, Data Center, or similar projects.
• Minimum of four years’ work experience in managing BMS, HVAC, Industrial Controls / Automation, Data Center, or similar discipline projects.
• Experience delivering projects to external customers through commercial agreements, including multi-site or program-based work.
• Proven ability to manage both structured projects and higher-volume, service-based or work order-driven engagements.
• Microsoft Project (or similar); experience with Smartsheets a plus.
• Previous work experience in field services, controls engineering, or customer-facing project delivery environments.
• Previous experience supporting SMB customers or managing projects across geographically distributed or multi-site environments preferred.
• Knowledge of Schneider Electric’s EcoStruxure BAS solution desired.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to travel 30%.

Benefits

• Medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs.
• 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
• Competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
• Support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, and learning platforms like Coursera.
• Encouragement of collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
• Volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.