Principal, AI Consulting Operations Program Manager

Schneider Electric - Boston, MA

Full-time - Senior

Boston, MA

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

The Principal, AI Consulting Operations Program Manager at Schneider Electric is responsible for leading and managing consulting projects that leverage Artificial Intelligence to solve complex challenges in the energy and automation sectors. This role involves ensuring project consistency, compliance with internal processes, and effective customer interactions to drive successful project execution. The Program Manager will collaborate with various stakeholders, including lead consultants and product engineering teams, to maximize operational efficiency and align project outcomes with business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop and maintain project processes, playbooks and best practices to drive consistency and efficiency across all projects.
• Oversee project portfolio management, including prioritization, resource allocation, and performance tracking.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish project governance, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery and quality.
• Provide timely and accurate status of projects.
• Track and ensure value realization.
• Manage Project financials in collaboration with Finance controllers across various groups.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, math, or related quantitative field.
• 12-15 years' of progressive experience in project management in software or IT.
• Previous experience with the commercialization of consulting services.
• Extensive experience with Agile and/or SaFe practices and tools such as Jira.
• Strong understanding of financials, management of budgets.
• Strong communication skills - verbal and written.
• Good understanding of enterprise business processes.
• Experience in working with global teams.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and drive results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Adept at quickly applying insights from past efforts to new situations.

Nice-to-haves

• Masters' degree in technical field or Business Administration.