Project Manager- Digital Grid

Schneider Electric • Seville, OH

373d • Hybrid

About The Position

Candidate will join to the Digital Grid (DG) Business Unit (BU), as part of Regional Solution Center of Spain, located at Schneider Electric Seville offices. Working from another Schneider Electric office at another city/country will be considered also as an option. Reporting to the PMO Manager of Regional Solution Center (RSC) of Spain, will be responsible for Project delivery for new and existing customers and relates to the Schneider Electric Digital Grid's suites of software, such as Advance Distribution Management System (ADMS), Advanced Metering Operation (AMO) or ArcFM Solution Suite for GIS systems.

Requirements

• Qualified to degree level in relevant discipline (Engineering and/or Software Business), but please note that candidates with equivalent level of experience will also be considered.
• 5+ years' experience in project management roles and a strong track record in Software Project management practices.
• Experience of software solution delivery within an electrical utility segment is essential.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, including customer-facing.
• Possessing Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification would be an advantage.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Proven ability to solve problems creatively.
• Strong familiarity with project management software tools (MS Excel and MS Project), methodologies, and best practices.
• Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline.
• Basic Knowledge in Contract management is required.
• Hold a strong working knowledge of electrical distribution and power quality concepts.
• Experience and knowledge of modern control systems in electrical automation applications (SCADA, RTUs, PLCs) is beneficial although not essential.
• Knowledge on IT infrastructures and Cybersecurity is beneficial although not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute large scale customer projects either fully or manage a key aspect as part of a wider project team and can work effectively across multiple business units.
• Manage the project team throughout the lifecycle of the project (initiation, planning, execution, monitor and control, lessons learnt) including task planning, monitoring progress to plan in line with scope of works and deliverables until completion, following the Schneider Electric Customer Project processes and methodology.
• Identify and alert on execution risks. Be proactive in leading and resolving associated issues and effectively manage claims and variation orders.
• Ensure effective communication with all internal and external stakeholders and within the project team and RSC Management.
• Act as primary point of contact for the customer, and maintain project team interaction (correspondences, emails, calls, meetings) to ensure consistent execution and customer satisfaction.
• Take full accountability over project profitability (cost, cash flow & margin) including forecasting, engagements follow-up and re-forecasting, ensuring timely revenue recognition as per forecast.
• Monitor and control project progress versus budget spending and strive for gross margin improvement.
• Manage project contract ensuring fulfilment of Schneider Electric contractual obligations and application of its contractual rights.
• Systematic review of deviations against specifications, or additional customer requests, following a formal Project Change Control process.
• Ensure full and effective reporting to management and timely surfacing of project events impacting project performance or compliance with governance or safety principles.
• Responsible for the proper implementation of Schneider Electric safety standards all along project execution, and for all parties (Schneider and subcontractors).

Benefits

• Flexible schedule to accommodate personal needs and responsibilities.
• Hybrid work plan allowing work from home.
• Holy Pack for purchasing additional vacation days.
• Floating Holidays to exchange holidays for other days.
• Sabbatical Pack for requesting up to 2 months of extra leave.
• Global Family Leave Policy for flexible paid conditions.
• Access to health and wellness platform Wellwo for virtual medical care and psychological support.
• Agreement with AJ by Gympass for access to gyms and sports centers.
• Medical service at workplace for close attention to medical needs.
• Open Talent Market for professional development opportunities.
• Stock ownership program to share in company achievements.
• Recognition program for celebrating talent and success.
• Flexible Remuneration Plan with various options.
• Access to an online store of Schneider Electric products with exclusive prices.
• Participation in company-subsidized volunteer programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees