Customer Project Manager

• Lead end-to-end execution of customer projects, managing all phases including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout.
• Serve as the primary customer contact following project award, validating purchase orders, specifications, drawings, bill of materials, and project requirements.
• Manage projects ranging from approximately $150K to $10M across commercial, industrial, infrastructure, government, education, and water/wastewater markets.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, proactively communicating milestones, risks, and status updates to customers and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with manufacturing facilities, suppliers, field services teams, and third-party vendors to ensure successful project delivery.
• Monitor project performance throughout the lifecycle, including task completion, schedule adherence, issue resolution, and customer satisfaction.
• Lead project kickoffs and facilitate communication among customers, sales teams, operations, engineering, and support organizations.
• Manage project financials, including cost tracking, forecasting, change management, and reconciliation activities.
• Support project closeout activities, ensuring successful equipment delivery, installation, startup, training, and customer acceptance.
• Apply technical aptitude to review project documentation, drawings, specifications, and product applications while identifying opportunities to deliver additional customer value.
• Build strong customer relationships through proactive communication, problem resolution, and a commitment to successful project outcomes.

• experienced level; leading customer projects from award through closeout while balancing schedule, cost, scope, and quality.

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• advanced level; effectively engaging customers, vendors, manufacturing teams, and internal stakeholders.

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• advanced level; managing multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.

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• advanced level; building trusted relationships and delivering exceptional customer experiences.

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• advanced level; evaluating project challenges and implementing practical solutions.

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• intermediate level; assessing project performance, financials, risks, and resource requirements.

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• intermediate level; making informed judgments in dynamic project environments.

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• intermediate level; interpreting drawings, specifications, and technical project documentation.

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• intermediate level; driving efficiency while maintaining quality, safety, and compliance standards.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience required; engineering degree is not required.
• Proven experience managing customer-facing projects with direct ownership of schedules, deliverables, financials, and stakeholder communication.
• Experience in construction, manufacturing, industrial, electrical, infrastructure, engineering, or related project environments preferred.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Experience reviewing technical documentation, project drawings, and specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, and other project management tools.
• PMP, CAPM, or other project management certifications are a plus but not required.
• Military leadership experience or participation in SkillBridge programs is highly valued.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and customer focus.

• High-visibility role where your work directly impacts customer success and business outcomes
• Opportunity to lead diverse, global teams and grow your project leadership expertise
• Collaborative culture that supports continuous learning and professional development
• Exposure to a wide range of Capex and Opex projects, expanding your technical and strategic skill set

Ready to lead projects that matter? Apply today and make your mark!

At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.

Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: "We see you. We value you". It's more than just pay and benefits- it's a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.

For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 86,400 - USD 129,600 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you'll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:

Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.

Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.

Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.

Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.

Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation , youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.

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