Project Manager- Digital Grid

Job Description:

¿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!

Position Overview

Candidate will join the Digital Grid (DG) Business Unit (BU), as part of the Regional Solution Center of Spain, located at Schneider Electric Seville offices. Working from another Schneider Electric office at another city/country will be considered also as an option.

Reporting to the PMO Manager of the Regional Solution Center (RSC) of Spain, the successful candidate will be responsible for project delivery for new and existing customers related to Schneider Electric Digital Grid's suites of software, such as Advance Distribution Management System (ADMS), Advanced Metering Operation (AMO), or ArcFM Solution Suite for GIS systems.

The essential responsibility of this role is to ensure that our Digital Grid Customer Projects are designed, developed, configured, deployed, tested, and commissioned efficiently and consistently, minimizing cost and risk, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within approved budget, and to the required quality standards (within agreed specifications).

The successful candidate will have the right balance of skills across project management, client engagement (including third parties), and commercial awareness.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute large scale customer projects either fully or manage a key aspect as part of a wider project team and can work effectively across multiple business units.
• Manage the project team throughout the lifecycle of the project (initiation, planning, execution, monitor and control, lessons learnt) including task planning, monitoring progress to plan in line with scope of works and deliverables until completion, following the Schneider Electric Customer Project processes and methodology.
• Identify and alert on execution risks. Be proactive in leading and resolving associated issues and effectively manage claims and variation orders.
• Ensure effective communication with all internal and external stakeholders and within the project team and RSC Management.
• Act as primary point of contact for the customer, and maintain project team interaction (correspondences, emails, calls, meetings) to ensure consistent execution and customer satisfaction.
• Take full accountability over project profitability (cost, cash flow & margin) including forecasting, engagements follow-up and re-forecasting, ensuring timely revenue recognition as per forecast.
• Monitor and control project progress versus budget spending and strive for gross margin improvement.
• Manage project contract ensuring fulfillment of Schneider Electric contractual obligations and application of its contractual rights.
• Systematic review of deviations against specifications, or additional customer requests, following a formal Project Change Control process.
• Ensure full and effective reporting to management and timely surfacing of project events impacting project performance or compliance with governance or safety principles.
• Responsible for the proper implementation of Schneider Electric safety standards throughout project execution, and for all parties (Schneider and subcontractors).
• Conduct lessons learnt sessions with internal teams including Tendering, Sales, Operations, and within the project team.

Minimum Requirements

• Qualified to degree level in relevant discipline (Engineering and/or Software Business), but candidates with equivalent level of experience will also be considered.
• 5+ years’ experience in project management roles and a strong track record in Software Project management practices.
• Experience of software solution delivery within an electrical utility segment is essential.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, including customer-facing.
• Possessing Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification would be an advantage.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Proven ability to solve problems creatively.
• Strong familiarity with project management software tools (MS Excel and MS Project), methodologies, and best practices.
• Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline.
• Basic knowledge in contract management is required.
• Hold a strong working knowledge of electrical distribution and power quality concepts. Experience and knowledge of modern control systems in electrical automation applications (SCADA, RTUs, PLCs) is beneficial although not essential.
• Knowledge on IT infrastructures and Cybersecurity is beneficial although not essential.
• Travel domestically and internationally; 25% or less is typical with short periods of up to 35% for specific projects.
• Experience in project implementation of complex systems, customer-oriented, multitasking, excellent verbal and writing communication skills.
• English fluent level is essential.

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!

• From dance classes to booking a hotel spa, we offer an agreement with AJ by Gympass so you can access a network of thousands of gyms and sports centers to keep your body active in the way you like best.

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.

As part of our #SEGreatPeople, you will have access to an online store of Schneider Electric products with exclusive prices and super discounts.

With Club Schneider, you will enjoy special discounts at your favorite stores, restaurants, travel agencies, and other external services.

Participate in company-subsidized volunteer programs to contribute to our community and have a positive impact on your environment.

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.

Disclaimer

We are always searching for exceptional people, passionate about customers, who break molds and think disruptively. If you are motivated by constant learning, we definitely want to meet you! In our inclusive environment, we firmly believe that diversity is a source of strength and creativity. Here, authenticity is a superpower! We are committed to creating a workplace where every voice is heard.

Qualifications

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

About Our Company:

Why us? At Schneider Electric we're committed to creating a workplace that gives you not just a job but a meaningful purpose in joining our mission to bring energy and efficiency to enable life, progress, and sustainability for all.

We believe in empowering our team members to reach their full potential, fostering a sense of ownership in their work.

We embrace inclusion as a fundamental value, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued. We value differences, and welcome people from all walks of life. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, everywhere.

If you want to be part of a company where your contributions truly matter, where you are empowered to make a difference and where inclusivity is valued, we would love to hear from you.

Discover your Meaningful, Inclusive, and Empowered career at Schneider Electric.

€34.2bn global revenue
+12% organic growth
135 000+ employees in 100+ countries
#1 on the Global 100 World’s most sustainable corporations

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

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 we ‘embrace different’ as 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. This extends to our Candidates and is embedded in our Hiring Practices.

You can find out more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion here and our DEI Policy here.

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.