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Project Manager-Services

Schneider Electric

Abu Dhabi, UAE (Remote)Mid-levelReal Estate & Construction

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Due to continued growth in Electrical Distribution, Industrial Automation, and Energy Automation Services, we are seeking a Project Manager to lead multi medium\-scale projects including MV/LV retrofits, automation system upgrades, digital transformation initiatives, power management systems, and critical maintenance jobs. The role requires full ownership of assigned projects from customer handover to invoicing and payment collection, with a clear focus on margin protection, digital execution, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction. This position supports Schneider Electric's digital transformation strategy by utilizing tools such as mySchneider, Salesforce, EcoStruxure platforms, and digital service offerings to streamline sales\-to\-execution transitions, contract creation, project governance, and performance tracking throughout the project lifecycle.

With increased demand across our services portfolio, particularly in retrofit, lifecycle extension, industrial automation modernization, energy management, and digitized operations solutions, dedicated project leadership is critical to ensuring safe and successful delivery, strong financial performance, customer satisfaction, and recurring business from long\-term service relationships. The role also supports the expansion of Schneider Electric's EcoStruxure\-enabled services and automation solutions across utilities, infrastructure, industry, oil \& gas, water, and energy sectors. Key Responsibilities Project Execution \& Governance* Lead the full lifecycle execution of electrical, industrial automation, and energy management projects, including scope validation, engineering coordination, procurement, implementation, commissioning, and final handover.

  • Manage projects involving MV/LV equipment, protection and control systems, PLCs, SCADA systems, HMIs, Energy Management Systems, Power Monitoring Systems , and digitalization solutions.
  • Use digital platforms for project creation, documentation, contract validation, milestone tracking, and invoicing (e.g., mySchneider, Salesforce, ERP).
  • Conduct project kick\-off meetings with internal and external stakeholders, aligning on scope, risks, resource requirements, execution methodology, and delivery plans.
  • Ensure successful project execution in accordance with Schneider Electric project management methodologies, quality standards, and governance requirements.

Financial \& Commercial Management* Track and manage project financial performance including budget, revenue forecasts, costs, cash flow, and gross margin.

  • Ensure timely invoicing and proactive cash collection using digitally structured contracts and automated billing processes.
  • Prepare and present project financial reviews, margin evolution, and forecast updates during management review meetings.
  • Manage project variations, change orders, claims, and customer contractual obligations to protect profitability.
  • Identify opportunities for additional services, lifecycle support agreements, and modernization projects.

Planning \& Coordination* Coordinate with Field Services, Engineering, Automation Specialists, Cybersecurity teams, and Supply Chain functions to ensure material readiness and execution sequencing.

  • Plan manpower, engineering resources, commissioning teams, software specialists, and field service representatives while ensuring alignment with HSE and quality requirements.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams covering electrical, instrumentation, control systems, software, networking, and digital solutions.
  • Ensure internal orders, subcontracts, logistics activities, and service delivery plans align with contractual commitments.

Industrial Automation \& System Integration* Manage delivery of industrial automation solutions including PLC, SCADA, HMI, Power Management, and EcoStruxure\-based architectures.

  • Coordinate engineering activities related to control system design, software development, configur

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