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Form of workSchneider Electric's Project Development Manager (PDM) is vital to the success of client projects within the Public Sector. They are customer-focused leaders of performance contract projects who work closely with the Customer, Project Sales Lead, Project Sponsor(s), and Development Team to define project objectives and execute on a plan for maximizing strategic customer operations. They are critical thinkers. They are problem solvers. They are the "air traffic controllers" of the Schneider Electric Public Sector team! Does this sound like you?
This PDM is positioned within our Sustainability Public Sector in Lenexa, KS. Public Sector projects are typically small to medium in size with traditional scope of complexity. Customer vertical markets may include K-12 education, post-secondary, small/medium municipal and county government.
As a Project Development Manager, a typical day for you may include:
• Responsibility of project site safety during Project Development/audit phase
• Customer satisfaction
• Project leadership
• Development of project plan, schedule, and budget
• Lead, plan, organize and participate in Investment Grade Audits (IGA), Requests for Proposal Audits (RFP) and Business Case (BC) Audits
• Responsible for developing scope, coordinating technical strategy, project financials, customer reports and final contract
• Manage the timely resolution of issues, including the escalation of issues that are outside the project team's scope of responsibility.
• Monitor the project and report the project status to the management team on a regular basis
This may be the next step in your career journey if you have:
- 4-year college degree or technical degree, and/or relative experience required
- Professional Engineering license, or ability to obtain is beneficial; PMP certification is recommended, CEM certification and LEED accreditation are pluses
- 3+ years of relative engineering and project management experience in the public sector space (municipalities, local government, schools, military)
- Thorough knowledge of performance contracting, Project Development process and energy use in building systems.
- Understanding of energy performance contracts or energy focused design-build projects in lower and higher education or municipal facilities is highly beneficial.
- Project management and organization skills with abilities including:
- handle multiple demands and assignments and prioritize tasks effectively and efficiently
- manage resource procurement and utilization
- influence and persuade internal and external Customers
- listen effectively and solicit input from others
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, including thorough knowledge of MS Project, Word, and Excel
- Financial Acumen
- Strong leadership skills including team building, empower and delegate authority, ability to build rapport and consensus
- Good understanding of contract procedures and tactics preferred
- Knowledge of contract law, codes, standards, and industry construction knowledge preferred
- Ability to lead scope development analysis new technologies, innovations and/or solutions preferred
- Travel will vary, but may require travel greater than 25% of the time
We seek out and reward people for being straightforward, open, passionate, effective and challenging the status quo. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We welcome people as they are, creating an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are seen as a real value for the company. We're looking for people with a passion for success - on the job and beyond. See what our people have to say about working for Schneider Electric: https://youtu.be/6D2Av1uUrzY.
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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.
₠34bn global revenue
128 000+ 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.
