Senior project manager - Rail project

What will you do? Lead and execute customer rail project and work effectively across multiple business units. Manage project contract ensuring fulfilment of Schneider Electric contractual obligations and application of its contractual rights. Take full accountability over project profitability (cost, cash flow & margin) including forecasting, engagements follow-up & re-forecasting. Ensure timely revenue recognition as per forecast. Monitor and control Project progress versus budget spending. Strive for gross margin improvement. Develop and maintain projects schedules to meet contract delivery milestones. Monitor subcontractors and supplier’s performance to ensure delivery per specifications, required quality and expected schedule. Manage full & effective reporting to management (reports, project reviews). Inform management in a timely manner about project events impacting project performance or compliance with governance principles. Responsibility of the proper implementation of Schneider Electric safety standards all along project execution, and for all parties (Schneider and subcontractors). Act as primary point of contact for the customer (correspondences, emails, calls, meetings) to ensure consistent execution and secure customer satisfaction. What qualifications will make you successful? Required skills Degree in Engineering, Business or a related discipline or equivalent experience. Minimum 5 years of experience in project management. Previous experience with Managing Rail projects or similar infrastructure projects. Experience managing projects with industrial automation products (PLC, DCS, HMI). Be able to build a good customer relationship, and a strong collaboration with sales team. Experienced user of project management software tools (MS Excel, MS Project). Experience in managing remote teams. Bilingual English and French (written and verbal). Some travel might be required (about 10%). Preferred skills PMP certification is desirable. Familiarity with the software development V-cycle process. Understanding of CENELEC (EN-50126, EN-50128, EN-50129) or equivalent IEC standards. Let us learn about you! Apply today. 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 It is the policy of Schneider Electric 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. Concerning agencies: Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be responsible for fees related to such.