Senior Project Manager, Power Systems

Exceptional Dental; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric Federal is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee and deliver complex programs for U.S. federal clients. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage budgets and schedules, and drive risk mitigation to ensure the highest quality and client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of project management experience, strong leadership, and familiarity with electrical infrastructure concepts. PMP certification is highly desirable for this role.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience in complex programs.
• PMP or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• Experience with cross-functional teams and client-facing communications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complex projects from initiation to closure within budget and schedule.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and budgets with stakeholders.
• Track progress and communicate risks and issues to stakeholders.

Skills

Budgeting

Risk Management

Strategic Planning

Project Management

Communication

Time Management

Negotiation

Leadership

Team Building

Problem-Solving

Stakeholder management

Resource allocation

Education

PMP certification desirable

Tools

Salesforce CRM

SAP

Electrical drawings

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team at Schneider Electric Federal. As a global leader in energy management and automation solutions, Schneider Electric Federal is dedicated to providing innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients.

What will you do in this position?

The Senior Project Manager will play a crucial role in overseeing and delivering complex projects, ensuring the highest level of quality and customer satisfaction. We are looking for a motivated and dynamic individual with strong leadership abilities and excellent project management skills. If you are a self-starter with a passion for driving results and a desire to make a meaningful impact in the energy industry, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Key Responsibilities include:

1. Manage and oversee all aspects of complex projects from initiation to closure, ensuring successful delivery within budget and timeline constraints.
2. Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and budgets in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
3. Track project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders, identifying and addressing any potential risks or issues.
4. Lead project team meetings, providing clear direction and guidance to ensure tasks are completed effectively and efficiently.
5. Implement project management best practices and processes to drive consistent and high-quality project execution.
6. Coordinate effectively with engineering, construction, procurement, service, and operations teams to ensure successful project delivery
7. Communicate with clients to understand their needs and expectations and ensure project deliverables meet their requirements.
8. Monitor and manage project budgets, ensuring all expenses are accurately tracked and reported.
9. Foster a collaborative and positive team environment, promoting teamwork and accountability.
10. Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions to enhance project delivery.
11. Represent the company and maintain positive relationships with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders.
12. Keep up to date with industry trends and developments and apply relevant knowledge and insights to project management strategies.
13. Ensure compliance with all project-related legal and regulatory requirements.
14. Adhere to company policies and standards, promoting a culture of ethical and responsible conduct.
15. Demonstrate a commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility in all project activities.

This job might be for you if you are a U.S. citizen, and:

• Extensive Project Management Experience: A Senior Project Manager at Schneider Electric should have at least 10+ years of experience in Project Management, with a proven Track record of successfully managing complex projects for start to finish.
• Strong Leadership Skills: The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership skills, including the ability to motivate and guide a team, delegate tasks effectively, and resolve conflicts in a constructive manner.
• Technical Expertise: Schneider Electric is a global leader in energy management and automation solutions, so the Senior Project Manager should have a strong technical background and be proficient in relevant software and tools.
• Familiarity withelectricalinfrastructure,medium voltage switchgear, gas insulated switchgear, protection relays, transformers, prefab & E-houses,switchboards,panelboards, metering,MicroGrid, transfer switches,parallellingswitchgear, transfer switches,onsite commissioning,anddownstreamutility infrastructure concepts is beneficial.
• Familiarity with Salesforce CRM, SAP, and ability to read electrical drawings is beneficial.
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills: In addition to technical expertise, The Senior Project Manager should have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and be able to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Project Management Certification: A professional certification in Project Management, such as PMP is highly desirable for this role and demonstrates a strong understanding of Project Management Principles and best practices.

Required Skills

• Budgeting
• Risk Management
• Strategic Planning
• Project Management
• Communication
• Time Management
• Negotiation
• Leadership
• Team Building
• Problem-Solving
• Stakeholder management
• Resource allocation

Soft Skills

• Communication
• Conflict Resolution
• Leadership
• Time management
• Interpersonal Skills
• creativity
• Teamwork
• Adaptability
• Problem-Solving
• Empathy

Schneider Electric Federal (SE Federal), a 100% U.S. Company, operates in accordance with a Special Security Agreement approved by the US Government, established to mitigate concerns associated with Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI). To mitigate potential FOCI, SE-Federal Inc., in concert with the DoD’s Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), has agreed to a comprehensive series of controls and requirements set forth by the Special Security Agreement, subject to oversight by the Government Security Committee (GSC) to ensure independent SE Federal management. As such, SE Federal is approved to work with the US Government on classified and unclassified programs and is positioned to support strategic partnerships in the development of key technologies for U.S. Federal Agencies and Defense Department.