Project Manager at Schneider Electric USA, Inc in Nashville, Tennessee

Job Description:

What will you do?

The Project Manager is responsible for spearheading projects that span ASCO Power Technologies / Schneider Electric product lines by effectively collaborating with Sales, Applications, Engineering, Operations, and Services in support of key accounts, customers, and related projects. The individual holding this position will be the champion for any issues arising on these critical projects and serves as the local project support lead.

A day in the life:

• Assumes full responsibility and accountability for facilitating delivery of a premium experience for every ASCO customer.


• Responsible for the coordination of all projects in the geographic areas of responsibility and/or key accounts and projects. Participates in key activities such as Order Review, Submittal Package preparation and review, and Engineering Kickoff meetings. Creates, distributes, and follows up on Kickoff meeting notes and action items.


• Coordinates flow of information between various departments at ASCO headquarters, production facilities, and the field organization. Provides support throughout the life cycle of every project including, but not limited to: order processing, engineering changes, customer communications, manufacturing status, sales requests, and startup activities.


• Evaluates and balances outside information and needs with internal policies and best practices, to facilitate the development of a final design that is acceptable to the customer as well as ASCO.


• Assists in defining the required content for all project customer submittals. Ensures the scope and relevance of information to be provided are suited to the needs of the customer.


• Reviews approval one-line diagrams, mechanical elevations, and any plan views generated for preliminary customer approvals. Assures that all documentation accurately represents the defined scope of the project.


• Interprets project related information received from the field and communicates to engineering and manufacturing as required.


• Works closely with the Contract Administrator to ensure that required documentation from the field is received promptly and accurately, to ensure proper order entry and processing.


• Works with Applications Engineering to assure accuracy and timely availability of all information required to create budgets and order write ups.


• Serves as the dedicated, highly available and accessible single point of contact for inquiries requiring in-factory functions.


• Review customer purchase orders for acceptability and resolve any discrepancies with field sales and the customer


• Promptly informs stakeholders of changes in product availability, delivery schedule, or design features.


• Participates in weekly load plan meetings. Collects relevant information and requests from the field, reports changes in customer requirements to production and engineering, and reports meeting results to appropriate parties. Fully understands all potential consequences and impacts of items under discussion and is capable of making decisions regarding alternate plans of action when required.


• Provides witness test support if, and as, required.


• Supports customer local jobsite meetings, as required.


• Coordinates warranty and startup activities, as required.


• Assists in all business activities designed to facilitate the highest levels of customer service.


• Manage the margins

What qualifications will make you successful for this role?

• Bachelor Science Electrical Engineering or Bachelor Science Mechanical Engineering or equivalent will be considered


• PMP certification preferred


• Proficiency in all Microsoft applications


• Capable of using project management tools such as Microsoft Project and SharePoint


• 3-5 years relevant product and functional experience


• Outstanding organization and communication skills


• Excellent written & presentation skills


• Working knowledge of control circuits, emergency power systems, related industry codes & standards.


• Demonstrated proficient in scheduling, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines.


• Effective interpersonal skills. Candidate must excel at working in a team environment.

Our values define our company. Who we are, our customer approach, how we do business, what it's like to work here, and the kind of people we want to attract and retain. We care for our planet, our customers, our company, our team, and ourselves. We connect to customers and colleagues; we are open and respectful. We challenge others and embrace challenges ourselves. We commit to change by leading the change.

At Schneider Electric, because we value our employees, we offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision, matching 401(k), training and development opportunities and much more. Join Schneider Electric and together, let's make the most of your energy.

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

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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 'inclusion' is 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

At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter 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. What will you do?

The Project Manager is responsible for spearheading projects that span ASCO Power Technologies / Schneider Electric product lines by effectively collaborating with Sales, Applications, Engineering, Operations, and Services in support of key accounts, customers, and related projects. The individual holding this position will be the champion for any issues arising on these critical projects and serves as the local project support lead.

A day in the life:

• Assumes full responsibility and accountability for facilitating delivery of a premium experience for every ASCO customer.


• Responsible for the coordination of all projects in the geographic areas of responsibility and/or key accounts and projects. Participates in key activities such as Order Review, Submittal Package preparation and review, and Engineering Kickoff meetings. Creates, distributes, and follows up on Kickoff meeting notes and action items.


• Coordinates flow of information between various departments at ASCO headquarters, production facilities, and the field organization. Provides support throughout the life cycle of every project including, but not limited to: order processing, engineering changes, customer communications, manufacturing status, sales requests, and startup activities.


• Evaluates and balances outside information and needs with internal policies and best practices, to facilitate the development of a final design that is acceptable to the customer as well as ASCO.


• Assists in defining the required content for all project customer submittals. Ensures the scope and relevance of information to be provided are suited to the needs of the customer.


• Reviews approval one-line diagrams, mechanical elevations, and any plan views generated for preliminary customer approvals. Assures that all documentation accurately represents the defined scope of the project.


• Interprets project related information received from the field and communicates to engineering and manufacturing as required.


• Works closely with the Contract Administrator to ensure that required documentation from the field is received promptly and accurately, to ensure proper order entry and processing.


• Works with Applications Engineering to assure accuracy and timely availability of all information required to create budgets and order write ups.


• Serves as the dedicated, highly available and accessible single point of contact for inquiries requiring in-factory functions.


• Review customer purchase orders for acceptability and resolve any discrepancies with field sales and the customer


• Promptly informs stakeholders of changes in product availability, delivery schedule, or design features.


• Participates in weekly load plan meetings. Collects relevant information and requests from the field, reports changes in customer requirements to production and engineering, and reports meeting results to appropriate parties. Fully understands all potential consequences and impacts of items under discussion and is capable of making decisions regarding alternate plans of action when required.


• Provides witness test support if, and as, required.


• Supports customer local jobsite meetings, as required.


• Coordinates warranty and startup activities, as required.


• Assists in all business activities designed to facilitate the highest levels of customer service.


• Manage the margins

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