What are the responsibilities and job description for the U.S. Program Manager position at Schneider Electric?
Schneider Electric has an opportunity for a Program Manager to support a project in the New York Metro Area. In this role, the Program Manager shall be responsible for coordinating with multiple internal business units to deliver multiple product and service packages. The individual must have experience managing multiple procurement channels to deliver a consolidated solution to the customer. The individual must have experience working with a General Contractor and Distribution Partners in a construction environment.
S/he shall work closely with the Project Sponsor and Project Management Teams to define the project objectives, create a plan for and executing the plan to achieve those objectives. The Program Manager has a working knowledge of the technical and organizational environments in which the project deliverables are created and in which they will be used. The Program Manager must be an excellent communicator at all levels within the project environment, be proactive, exhibit strong leadership qualities and be able to influence without authority across multiple teams
The Program Manager’s main responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Responsible for leading the execution teams to meet the scope, schedule, resource plans and budget commitments reflected in the Project Management Plan.
- Assist in the requesting and distribution of internal purchase orders and invoicing for identified projects.
- Lead the project management team in developing and managing the Project Management Plan within the constraints established and approved by the Project Sponsor.
- Implement and enforce change control over project scope, schedule, resources and budget.
- Negotiate with functional managers and/or organizational management to obtain adequate resources with appropriate skills to staff the project team.
- Manage the timely resolution of issues, including the escalation of issues that are outside of the project team’s scope of responsibility.
- Continually identify and proactively manage project risks & issues, ensure execution of corrective action plans up to closure.
- Monitor the project and report the project status to the management on a regular basis.
- Lead in internal and external quality meetings, if required.
- Work with BU specific Service Organization to help them understand forecast and staffing requirements
- Develop content and present BU specific input for Monthly/Quarterly/Annual Business reviews
- Hold monthly BU specific project reviews with execution team to ensure projects are on-track
- Ensure workflow delineation between front end (commercial), Engineering (technical) & Project Management Teams (Execution).
- Main point of escalation for all BU specific execution issues (both internally & externally)
- Hold at minimum, bi-weekly 1 on 1’s with Project Managers as “check-in’s”
- Hold weekly BU Execution Team meetings to have high level reviews of projects and another check-in point
The potential candidate shall also demonstrate certain skills to deliver quality results within set timeframes, including:
- High-level management and leadership skills
- Ability to schedule and manage tasks effectively
- Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
- Risk management
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Cost control and budgeting skills
- Teamwork and motivational skills
- Organizational and multitasking skills
What qualifications will make you successful?
- Bachelor of Arts/Science degree.
- 8 years project management in a construction environment
- Aviation/Transportation Center construction experience preferred.
- PMP certification or working knowledge of PMI methodologies is a plus
- Possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Possess strong communications skills, verbal and written
- Possess strong interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
- Demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
What's in it for me?
Schneider Electric offers an inclusive benefits package to support all of our employees such as flexible work arrangements, paid family leave, 401(k) match, well- being programs, holidays & paid time off, military leave benefits, and more. Learn more about working with us: http://se.com/us/careers
Who will you report to?
This position reports to the Senior Director, Business Operations - Data Center Solutions.
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Why us?
Schneider Electric is leading the digital transformation of energy management and automation. Our technologies enable the world to use energy in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner. We strive to promote a global economy that is both ecologically viable and highly productive.
€25.7bn global revenue
137 000 employees in 100 countries
45% of revenue from IoT
5% of revenue devoted for R&D
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled
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