Project Manager

Schneider Electric; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric is seeking a PROJECT MANAGER for Electrical Engineering to drive customer-facing projects from initiation through delivery in a hybrid onsite role in the United States. Expect 25% travel to customer sites and company locations, with accountability for schedule, budget, and exceptional customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 2+ years of related PM experience, with SCADA knowledge and strong MS Office tools proficiency.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 2+ years of project management experience.
• Technical understanding or background with SCADA solutions.
• Proficiency with MS Project, Office and Visio.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate project priorities, scope, resources, and timing of deliverables with stakeholders and customers.
• Assist management in developing a project plan and selecting design alternatives.
• Monitor deliverables and progress through regular communication with project members and stakeholders.
• Identify risks and mitigate potential problems to keep projects on track.
• Prepare progress reports and address issues affecting project outcomes.
• Ensure projects align with corporate and customer plans and are completed on schedule and within budget.

Skills

Project management

SCADA knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Self-management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Office

Visio

Job description

Location: This person will work a hybrid onsite schedule. Travel: Will visit customer sites and company locations approximately 25% of the time. Coordinates and monitors customer facing technical projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring that projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and most importantly high customer satisfaction. This position includes project planning, resource allocation, estimating, execution, implementation and support. The individual will work closely with the customer, contractor, and internal resources to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of solutions deployed in support of project goals and objectives.

What do you get to do in this position?

• Works closely with internal and external stakeholders, and customers in overseeing and coordinating project priorities, scope, resource requirements, and timing of deliverables
• Assists management with evaluation and development of a project plan and participates in the planning and formulation of design alternatives and solutions
• Monitors project deliverables and progress through continuous communication with project members and key stakeholders
• Remains aware of any potential problems and works to mitigate any risks
• Prepares reports on project progress and problems
• Ensures projects are completed per corporate and customer plan

This job might be for you possess the following:

• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, combined with 2+ years of relevant project management work experience
• Technical understanding or background with SCADA solutions
• Computer proficiency in MS Project, Office and Visio
• Ability to manage project financials, ensuring accurate revenue recognition forecasting and delivery in a profitable manner
• Ability to work and contribute as an effective team player in a fast-paced deadline driven environment
• Developed interpersonal skills with an ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers of various technical abilities, including experience working with contractors, consultants, and sales staff as required.
• Ability to self-manage, multi-task and learn new skills quickly
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Additional Preferred Skills:

• PMP Certification
• Knowledge and experience in Power Monitoring Systems, control/automation industry (metering, transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, PLCs, drives), energy management, power distribution, critical power applications
• Experience working in a matrix managed environment
• Experience with Critical Power applications in Data Center facilities
• Knowledge and/or experience of competitor products and services
• Knowledge and/or training in applicable OSHA regulations

What's in it for me?

• Lead meaningful projects that directly impact customer success and organizational performance
• Work with diverse teams across technologies and geographies in a collaborative environment
• Grow your career with opportunities to expand your expertise and leadership capabilities
• Be part of a team that values quality, innovation, and continuous improvement

Ready to drive project excellence? We'd love to hear from you!

At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 101,600 - USD 152,400 per year. 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. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you

Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

Care for Yourself and Your Family. 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.

Invest and Plan Your Future. 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.

Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.

Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.

Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

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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. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

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.

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€40 billion global revenue

+9% organic growth

150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

This position will be posted until filled.

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