¿Do you dare to lead the digital transformation to create a more sustainable world?
At Schneider Electric, we are the leading digital partner in sustainability and efficiency for businesses, communities, and individuals. Our goal is for all people to be able to make the most of our energy and resources through the integration of processes, software, Big Data, and energy technologies that enable integrated management of buildings, industries, and cities. We are present in over 110 countries with a diverse and disruptive team of over 135,000 people. If you are seeking an opportunity to propel your career and challenge your creativity, we want to meet you!
The Job
We are looking for a Project Manager with a Degree in Engineering with experience in managing software delivery projects with experience in our core business industries (Oil & Gas, Chemical, F&B, etc.) demonstrating strong leadership skills in project executions and have experience with managing large projects.
In this role, you will be fully customer-facing and working with a geographically distributed project team to manage project schedules, lead the project team, and ensure the timely completion of project milestones. You will have experience managing large projects and have used a Quality Management System for project delivery.
Responsibilities
1. Responsible for project planning, the development of budgets, project schedules and detailed project management plans, billing, change control and purchase order processing;
2. Work closely with the project team to oversee the project's execution and ensure the project is sufficiently staffed;
3. Tracking project progress against baseline schedules, coordinating project team members' efforts in producing project deliverables, and meeting project deadlines;
4. Interface and manage customers and gather customer requirements and business drivers for continuous process improvements;
5. Translate gathered information into formal requirements by working with the customer and ensuring alignment with the customer;
6. Manage and secure on system acceptance test criteria based on formal requirements and ensure customer requirements are met 100% in a timely fashion;
7. Prepare formal project status reports, periodic schedule updates and holds regular meetings with the customer;
8. Manage project financial status and forecasts revenue regularly;
9. Demonstrate excellent communication and organization skills to internal and external customers and possess strong attention to detail;
10. Actively work with the Technical Lead to manage the detailed Work Breakdown Structure for efficient project task management. Enforce project execution best practices;
11. Recognize and document project risks and manage risk mitigation;
12. Assist the sales team in pursuing new business and growing existing accounts;
13. Travel up to 25% to customer sites for requirements gathering workshops, design workshops, training workshops, implementation, etc.
You will be expected to lead from the front, enforce our project management best practices in project executions, and be recognized as an expert with a proven track record of success with practical application, technical innovation, and value creation. Someone who enjoys being hands-on, building customer relationships, and solving challenges will succeed in this role.
What will you get?
We adapt to you!
With our flexible schedule, you'll have the freedom to adjust your work hours to accommodate your personal needs and responsibilities. We know how great it is to work from home. With our hybrid work plan, you can enjoy working from the comfort of your home. Need more time to relax and disconnect? With our Holy Pack, you can purchase additional vacation days to recharge when you need it most. Celebrate holidays your way! With Floating Holidays, you can exchange holidays for other days that better suit your plans and personal preferences. Need additional time to explore new experiences or focus on personal projects? With the Sabbatical Pack, you can request up to 2 months of extra leave (unpaid). We value the importance of family and want to support you in all aspects of your life. Our Global Family Leave Policy provides flexible paid conditions for when you need it most, whether you're about to be a parent, need time to overcome a loss, or to care for a loved one.
We take care of you!
With access to the health and wellness platform Wellwo, you and up to 5 people of your choice can enjoy virtual medical care and 24/7 psychological support, as well as access to nutrition counseling, fitness classes, and more! Your well-being is our priority. You will have medical service at your workplace for close attention to any medical needs.
We empower you!
With Open Talent Market, our AI-driven professional development platform, you can connect with job opportunities, projects, and mentors at Schneider Electric globally. We offer you the opportunity to be a shareholder of Schneider Electric and share in our achievements with our stock ownership program. We celebrate everyone's talent and success with our recognition program, through which you can give and receive points for your achievements and redeem them for gift cards at your favorite stores. You will have life insurance for your protection. We offer you a Flexible Remuneration Plan in which you can choose from a variety of options, such as health insurance, meal vouchers, childcare vouchers, transportation vouchers, training, and more.
Why Schneider Electric?
As a proudly people focused company, you will find a dynamic and personal environment, and attractive development opportunities. Our flexible work models ensure a balance between family and work life, fostering personal growth, performance, and cooperation. We continuously create an inclusive, respectful, and cooperative environment because together, we dare to innovate and bring our bold ideas to life. Great people make Schneider Electric a great company.
What qualifications will make you successful for this role?
1. Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, IT, Civil, Automation or Mechanical Engineering;
2. PMP Certification from PMI is required;
3. Microsoft Project & Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.);
4. Knowledge of using ERP systems like Oracle and SAP for Timesheet Management, Timesheet Approvals, Invoices and Payments is a plus;
5. Knowledge of Quality Management Systems;
6. Prior Programming experience is a plus.
Let us learn about you! Apply today.
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. 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. IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one. Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric - apply today!
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and 'inclusion' is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
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