Associate Project Manager PM Next Wendell, NC

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Associate Project Manager - PM Next

Here at Siemens we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live work and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrive is if our people are thriving. Thats why we always put our people first. Our global diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you


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About Smart Infrastructure Electrification and Automation:

The Electrification and Automation (EA) Business Unit offers the full range of energy distribution systems and solutions for all markets and through all sales channels. We provide reliable power distribution grids of today while investing into our Future Grids portfolio and applications to create the power distribution grid of the future. Our comprehensive portfolio meets the growing technical requirements of todays and tomorrows power grid!


Siemens PMO is looking for an Associate Project Manager to join our team in Electrification and Automation and Protection and Automation (P&A) Team. This role is based in Wendell NC and is a hybrid role with an expectation of 2-3 days per week in office.


As part of Siemens PM Next Program you will join a structured project management development pathway designed to prepare future Project Managers for long-term success within our PMO organization. The program combines formal training mentorship shadowing opportunities and practical project experience to build project management expertise while developing an understanding of our products customers and business processes. Successful participants will transition into one of several PMO verticals upon completion of the program.

Youllmake an impact by:


As an APM you will be responsible for supporting the Project Management team for the successful execution of projects from project initiation through final closeout. You will work in a matrix style organization requiring excellent coordination skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. The APM role comes with ample opportunities for growth reflective of Siemens mission to empower people with a growth mindset.


Support the Project Manager across all project phases including milestone deliverables documentation case management financial tracking and ensuring overall project progress from initiation through closeout.
Collaborate with the Customer Care team to develop use cases that support project acceptance and enhance customer satisfaction.
Develop and deliver monthly status reports customer progress updates change proposals and presentations to internal and external stakeholders as needed.
Lead and drive final customer acceptance milestones ensuring completion of all required documentation equipment acceptance and financial closeout requirements.
Coordinate development and maintenance of project schedules aligning with project and site teams to identify and manage time-sensitive needs.
Track project resources and progress; participate in and when needed lead customer meetings while capturing detailed notes throughout all project phasesfrom kickoff through punch list completion.
Capture and manage punch lists from site commissioning driving closure through cross-functional coordination with Siemens field service technicians Customer Care project managers factory personnel and vendors; provide regular updates to customers and site teams.
Coordinate onboarding/orientation of field service technicians with Customer Care ensuring they are equipped with all necessary project documentation (scope of work drawings specifications engineered drawings and project contacts) and prepared ahead of site visits.
Schedule project-specific commissioning resources provide required documentation and ensure readiness of all field personnel prior to site execution.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Youll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors degree
Project management or engineering internship work experience
Basic knowledge and understanding of power distribution; ability to read and understand basic electrical drawings and customer specifications.
Qualified applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States
10% Travel required (national and international)

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or Bachelor of Business Administration preferred
Ability to work in a team environment providing dedicated support to our customers
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project
Good verbal and written communication skills in English

The pay range for this position is $50337 - $86292 annually. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience knowledge skills qualifications and premium geographic location.