Head of Project Management

Schneider Electric has an opportunity for a Project Manager. In this role you will be accountable for managing customer project orders of moderate size and complexity. This includes initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing of customer projects. Documentation, communication, and customer facing skills are critical to this position.You must be within 40 miles of the locations listed and able to report to the office up to three days a week. Manage several simultaneous projectsProvide direction and leadership for Managed customer projects as assignedManage the team’s compliance with Customer Projects Process to ensure consistent resultsImprove effectiveness of critical functions within the direct responsibility of the individual project team through metrics monitoring and trackingMonitor the execution of the customer project order, verifying execution of the project through kick-off meetings, communication to all parties and exchange of technical requirements and project plan informationMaintain the project schedule and communicate with the customer to ensure expectations are being metCoordinate with internal manufacturing facilities and third-party vendorsPlan, communicate, and manage project risksWhen requested, provide upfront sales support during project quotation and preparation phaseManage tender of engineered projectsMonitor the performance of the customer project through its lifecycle, including task completion verification, project team monitoring, schedule reporting and issue resolutionSolve problems and resolve project issues to deliver positive customer feedback and improved relationshipsLead the closeout of the customer project to include financial reconciliation, verification of job site equipment arrival, installation, start-up, software integration, and trainingGreater than 50% travel may be requiredWhat qualifications will make you successful?Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience5+ years of relevant project management experience leading technical related projects.Excellent communicator, decision maker, team builderStrong leadership skills, ability to work collaborativelyProficiency in MS Office, MS Project (or other schedule management software)Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, ongoing basis. The company does not provide immigration sponsorship now or in the future.Lead meaningful projects that directly impact customer success and organizational performanceWork with diverse teams across technologies and geographies in a collaborative environmentGrow your career with opportunities to expand your expertise and leadership capabilitiesBe part of a team that values quality, innovation, and continuous improvementReady to drive project excellence? This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: 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.We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.40 billion global revenue+9% organic growth150 000+ employees in 100+ countriesYou must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. 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