Schneider Electric

Sr. Project Manager

Schneider Electric$117K — $176K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BA/BS degree in Business or Engineering; PMP Certification preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in project management or project execution.
  • Strong understanding of finance, tender management, and purchasing processes.
  • Experience in project site and contractor management.
  • Basic technical knowledge of electrical contracts and components.

Responsibilities

  • Understand contracts, schedules, budgets, and project scope.
  • Lead construction meetings and coordinate agendas with the Superintendent.
  • Prepare and manage schedules of values and cost approvals.
  • Track project changes and manage related documentation.
  • Review and approve subcontractor/vendor invoices for processing.
  • Upload project information to ProCore and coordinate updates with the Project Scheduler.
  • Provide weekly reports to owners and stakeholders.

Benefits

  • High-visibility role impacting customer success and business outcomes.
  • Opportunity to lead diverse, global teams on innovative projects.
  • Collaborative culture promoting autonomy and professional growth.
  • Dynamic environment with involvement in both Capex and Opex initiatives.
Full Job Description
The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for the complete and satisfactory execution of the entire project and reports to the Director of Design Build Construction. The primary role of the Project Manager is to manage the finances of the project. In this role the PM is responsible for any aspect of the project that will affect the profitability while meeting the contract requirements and maintaining Owner satisfaction. The Project Manager is the company representative who deals with the outside world (Owner, design professionals, vendors); therefore, is ultimately responsible for success or failure of the project.

What will you do?
  • Fully understand project contracts, schedules, budgets, and scope.
  • Lead regular OAC and construction meetings, coordinating agendas with the Superintendent.
  • Prepare and submit schedules of values, and manage scope and cost approvals for subcontractor agreements and purchase orders.
  • Identify and address scope gaps or duplications in subcontracts and POs.
  • Track project changes, prepare and submit potential change orders, and maintain related documentation.
  • Review and approve subcontractor/vendor invoices and back charges for processing.
  • Collaborate with the Project Site Engineer to upload project information to ProCore, and with the
  • Project Scheduler to update and track project schedules.
  • Provide weekly reports to owners and stakeholders.
  • Oversee field supervision, procurement, schedule management, subcontractor coordination, quality, payments, and jobsite safety.
  • Maintain relationships with owners, design professionals, officials, and local authorities.
  • Oversee RFI and submittal processes, and maintain daily project logs.

Monthly & Project Expectations:
  • Complete timesheets and expense reports as required.
  • Submit weekly project reports, highlighting critical information and risks.
  • Prepare monthly forecast updates and work towards achieving targets.
  • Update project schedules weekly, noting delays and improvement plans.
  • Prepare and submit invoice requests as needed.
  • Set up Procore with all stakeholders, and hold a customer kickoff meeting within one week of project transition.
  • Establish and publish initial schedules, create and share site-specific safety plans, and ensure all personnel complete safety training.
  • Upload drawings, maintain daily logs, and document all meetings and risks in Procore.
  • Maintain and review the Project Risk Register and Proposed Change Order Log, escalating unmitigated risks.
  • Request Certificates of Substantial Completion upon project turnover.

What qualifications will make you successful for this role?
  • BA/ BS degree in Business or Engineering. PMP Certification is preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in project management/ project execution.
  • Understands finance, tender management, contract proposals, order entry, and purchasing.
  • Understands Project site/ Contractor management
  • Has a basic technical understanding of electrical contracts/components.

What are the key skills we are looking for?
  • Prioritization - advanced level; managing competing demands across multiple projects and stakeholders
  • Project Management - intermediate level; leading end-to-end delivery of mono-technology and multi-system integration projects
  • Customer Orientation - intermediate level; fostering relationships and ensuring exceptional customer experiences
  • Risk Management - intermediate level; conducting assessments and implementing mitigation strategies
  • Operational Efficiency - intermediate level; driving cost reduction while maintaining or improving delivery quality
  • Communication - intermediate level; coordinating effectively with local and global teams and stakeholders
  • Critical Thinking - intermediate level; making sound decisions in ambiguous situations with minimal supervision
  • Budgeting - intermediate level; overseeing project financials and ensuring alignment with business objectives

What's in it for me?
  • High-visibility role where your work directly impacts customer success and business outcomes
  • Opportunity to lead diverse, global teams across cutting-edge projects and technologies
  • Collaborative culture that values autonomy, professional judgment, and career development
  • Dynamic environment with exposure to both Capex and Opex initiatives

Ready to make your mark? Apply today and lead projects that matter!

About Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric is a multinational corporation that specializes in energy management and automation solutions. The company was founded in 1836 and is headquartered in Rueil-Malmaison, France. Schneider Electric offers a wide range of products and services including electrical distribution, automation and control, and energy management. The company operates in over 100 countries and has a strong presence in the industrial and commercial sectors. Schneider Electric is committed to sustainability and has set ambitious targets to reduce its environmental impact. The company has received numerous awards for its sustainability efforts and is recognized as a leader in the industry.
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