Senior Project Manager – Industrial Automation
Pubblicato il 10-09-2026 - Schneider Electric in Milano
Overview
The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end management of complex international projects related to industrial control systems (DCS, ESD, PLC, SCADA, MES). This role ensures the successful delivery of projects in terms of scope, schedule, cost, and quality, while meeting customer expectations and company objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage complex international projects from kick-off through to final delivery (engineering, procurement, commissioning)
- Plan, monitor, and control project scope, schedule, costs, risks, and quality
- Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams (engineering, software, hardware, commissioning, supply chain)
- Act as the primary point of contact for international clients, stakeholders, and partners
- Oversee the design and implementation of control systems (DCS, ESD, PLC, SCADA)
- Ensure compliance with technical, contractual, and regulatory requirements
- Manage change orders, claims, and contractual aspects of projects
- Organize and lead project review meetings (internal and customer-facing)
- Monitor project KPIs and provide regular reporting to senior management
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks
- Coordinate FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) and SAT (Site Acceptance Test)
- Supervise site activities, commissioning, and system start-up
Requirements
Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Automation, Electrical, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related fields)
- Project Management certifications (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) – preferred
Experience
- 8–10+ years of experience in project management within industrial automation
- Proven track record in managing international projects
- Solid technical background in control systems (DCS, ESD, PLC, SCADA)
- Experience with EPC or similar contract structures – preferred
Technical Skills
- DCS and ESD platforms
- PLC platforms
- SCADA / HMI systems
- Understanding of industrial communication protocols (Profinet, Modbus, Etherne