Senior Project Manager- Strategic Programs

Siemens•Wendell, NC

9h•$91,463 - $156,794•Hybrid

About The Position

The Siemens (PMO) is looking for a Senior Project Manager (SPM). This position will prefer candidates willing to work hybrid in the Wendell, NC area. Relocation assistance can be discussed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college.
5+ years of experience in the power distribution industry managing medium voltage portfolios.
3+ years of experience utilizing Microsoft Office and specifically Microsoft Project
3+ year of working with multi-disciplinary teams, including program management, services, engineering, operations, and logistics
Must have a valid US Driver’s License
Must have a PMP certification.
Ability to travel up to 20% (domestic and international)
Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering
Project management or engineering internship or related work experience in Power distribution industry.
Basic knowledge and understanding of power distribution; ability to read and understand basic electrical drawings and customer specifications.
Experience in identifying and implementing cost savings measures within project
Commitment to develop, drive, and manage projects in a highly competitive market
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, to present complex issues to multi-level audiences and effectively communicate progress, status and issues to internal and external Customers
Ability to interpret and report results to senior management as well as customer
Demonstrated ability in contract and change management.

Responsibilities

Direct all phases of projects from inception through completion.
Manage the cost, schedule, quality, and technical performance of the assigned project(s).
Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules.
Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
Lead and drive multi-disciplinary and cross functional teams, including engineering, operations, vendor management, logistics and services to ensure successful project execution.
Provide regular updates to team, management, and PMO on work performed, plans, budget, and overall status.
Identify project problems and obtain solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications.
Proactive Risk identification and Mitigation.
Manage customer expectations across project cycle and lead single and multi-product medium voltage solutions projects.
Direct diagnostics with the ability to determine root cause and corrective actions.