About this role
Customer Project Manager
Organization: Schneider Electric
Location: Budapest, Hungary
Mission
As Customer Project Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of customer projects related primarily to low-voltage (LV) and medium-voltage (MV) electrical equipment and solutions.
You will lead multiple projects in parallel, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations. The core of the role is strongly connected to electrical engineering and equipment-related project execution, while also offering the opportunity to gain exposure to software-related project elements and digital solutions within a broader project environment.
What You'll Do Lead and manage multiple customer projects related to LV and MV electrical equipment and associated solutionsAct as the main interface of Schneider Electric towards customers, consultants, subcontractors, factories, and internal stakeholdersEnsure compliance with all contractual obligations and technical project requirementsPrepare and maintain project schedules, resource plans, and progress reportsCoordinate internal teams, engineering experts, factories, site activities, and external subcontractorsMonitor project performance against budget, timeline, quality, and customer expectationsIdentify and manage project risks, deviations, and change requestsSupport project financial follow-up, including forecasting, cost control, and variation managementEnsure correct and timely project documentation, including technical documentation, as-built deliverables, and closure reportsDrive continuous improvement by sharing lessons learned and best practicesCollaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely material, engineering, and resource availabilityGain visibility into software and digital project elements connected to broader customer solutions where relevant #LI-Hybrid #LI-VM6
What You'll Bring Degree in Electrical Engineering or another strongly relevant technical fieldMinimum 3-5 years of experience in managing electrical, LV/MV, or equipment-related technical projectsStrong technical understanding of electrical distribution systems, equipment, and project execution environmentProven experience in coordinating cross-functional technical teams and stakeholdersExperience in customer-facing project delivery in an industrial or technical environmentAbility to manage multiple concurrent projects independentlySolid understanding of project management methodologies, scheduling, and risk controlStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsExposure to software, automation, or digital solutions is an advantage, but not a core requirementNative Hungarian language skills, advanced English proficiency (written and spoken)
Key competencies and mindset Strong ownership attitude - able to take full responsibility for project outcomesProactive and solution-oriented approachPersistence and resilience - committed to driving projects to successful completionStructured, reliable, and quality-driven working styleAbility to maintain clarity and control in fast-changing project environmentsOpenness to learning and broadening technical perspective beyond the core electrical scope
What's in It for You? Opportunity to lead impactful LV and MV customer projects in a highly technical environmentExposure to complex customer solutions, including selected software and digital aspectsA role with real responsibility, autonomy, and visibilityCollaboration with highly skilled engineering and delivery teamsA professional environment that values growth, innovation, and continuous learning
Schneider Electric believes in rewarding and recognizing employees who contribute to the success of the Company. We seek out and reward people for putting the customer first, being disruptive to the status quo, embracing different perspectives, continuously learning, and acting like owners.
Competitive compensation package, according to industry standards including annual bonus, company car, cafeteria, life insurance, health care & pension fund contribution, Medicover package and a lot more.WESOP (World Employee Share Ownership Plan), our unique program with the opportunity to become a shareholder in the company.Inclusive Environment: We build a culture of respect where everyone feels safe to be their authentic selves. We are fully committed to inclusion, and our policies and culture reflect this commitment.Global Family Leave Package to support a healthy work-life balance.Exceptional career opportunities not only locally, but on an international scope as well.Continuous development and learning possibilities, personally and professionally.We work in a hybrid set-up to fit with your lifestyle: 3 days in the office, with optional 2 days working from home 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.
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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: health and life insurance, paid time off, parental and care leave, flexible work options, support for chronic conditions, and confidential counseling for life's challenges.
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Grow Your Skills and Career. We commit to helping you grow with ongoing performance and development conversations, Senior Talent Program, global career opportunities, access to our Schneider Career Hub for new positions, projects, and mentors, and learning platforms like Coursera to equip you with the skills for today and tomorrow.
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