Job Family: Project Management

Req ID: 434028

Sr Project Manager Utility Systems & Solutions – Switchgear products

Job Family: Project Management

About the role

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrive is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

About Smart Infrastructure – Electrification and Automation:

The Utility Systems & Solutions segment of Electrification and Automation (EA) offers the full range of energy distribution systems and solutions for the Utility and Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) markets. We provide reliable power distribution grids of today while investing into our Future Grids portfolio and applications to create the power distribution grid of the future. The product portfolio includes but is not limited to medium voltage switchgear (AIS & GIS), Outdoor Circuit Breakers, MV Control, Power Equipment Centers, Overhead distribution products, low voltage motor control centers, photovoltaic (PV) Inverters, and ancillary MV and LV products that are routinely part of complete electrical packaged solutions in substations, power plants, and renewable energy power generation. Our comprehensive portfolio meets the growing technical requirements of todays and tomorrow’s power grid!

This position will be based in Wendell, NC.

Position Overview:

The Utility Systems & Solutions business is looking for a Senior Project Manager (PM) to join our Partner Programs and Project management team. As a SPM, you will be responsible for the successful execution of projects, from project initiation through final closeout. Your focus will be managing switchgear and motor control projects integrated within Power Distribution Centers for utility end users and partners. You will work in a matrix style organization requiring excellent coordination skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver customer success that helps generate more business. Headquartered in Wendell, NC, the Utility Systems & Solutions segment executes a diverse portfolio of projects, and this position will be focused on Large Solutions, including medium-voltage power distribution equipment packaging and services for strategic Utility customers. The Senior PM role comes with ample opportunities for growth, reflective of Siemens mission to empower people with a growth mindset. As a customer facing team, we keep customer satisfaction at the forefront as we manage large projects in a fast-paced environment.

Primary responsibilities:

• Direct all phases of projects from inception through completion.

• Responsible for the cost, schedule, quality, and technical performance of the assigned project(s).

• Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules.

• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.

• Provide regular updates to team, PMO and executive management within Siemens and customers’ organization on work performed, plans, budget, and overall status- along with strategy to grow the program.

• Identify project problems and obtain solutions, such as allocation of resources or changing contractual specifications.

• Manage customer expectations across all the projects and various internal functions on project cycle and lead single and multi-product medium voltage solutions projects.

• Direct diagnostics with the ability to determine root cause and corrective actions while controlling nonconformance cost.

• Collaborate with other PMO teams at the EA, Siemens Industry, and within other segments to ensure consistency and alignment, along with the sharing of best practices to continuously improve program efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

• 5-8 years of relevant experience managing similar portfolios

• Relevant experience in Power distribution industry either Medium voltage or High voltage.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project

• Demonstrated leadership skills and a proven track record of managing multi-disciplinary teams, including program management, services, engineering, operations, and logistics

• 20% Travel required (national and international)

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Commitment to develop, drive, and manage projects in a highly competitive market

• Project management or engineering internship or related work experience in Power distribution industry.

• Basic knowledge and understanding of power distribution; ability to read and understand basic electrical drawings and customer specifications.

• Experience in identifying and implementing cost savings measures within project

• Ability to work in a team environment providing dedicated support to our customers.

• Good verbal and written communication skills in English

• Commitment to develop, drive, and manage projects in a highly competitive market

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, to present complex issues to multi-level audiences and effectively communicate progress, status and issues to internal and external Customers

• Ability to interpret and report results to senior management as well as customer

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changes and develop innovative solutions for execution.

• Demonstrated ability in contract and change management.

• PMP certification as a plus

• PMP certification is required within 1 year of employment

You’ll benefit from:

• Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html

• The pay range for this position is <$107,500 - $145,000>. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications and premium geographic location.

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