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Project Manager

1 week ago Chennai, India

What you'll do:

If you desire to be part of something special, to be part of a winning team, to be part of a fun team - winning is fun. We are looking forward to a Project Manager based in Chennai, India. In Eaton, making our work exciting, engaging, meaningful; ensuring safety, health, wellness; and being a model of inclusion & diversity are already embedded in who we are - it's in our values, part of our vision, and our clearly defined aspirational goals. This exciting role offers opportunity to:

  • As Project Manager, will be closely working with the various stake holders both internal & external for seamless execution of Orders / Projects.
  • Develops the project scope and requirements, tracking and managing changes in scope throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Estimates, manages and tracks, project costs against established targets.
  • To optimize variation orders / change orders.
  • Establishes and maintains metrics for project financials, quality, technical performance and delivery through all phases.
  • Manages multiple projects and activities simultaneously to meet defined objectives while prioritizing and resolving conflicts.
  • Defines and delineates work breakdown for all functional areas
  • Leads and manages an Integrated Project Team (IPT) in a functional matrix environment. Directs others without formal reporting relationships across multiple functions and/or sites.
  • Implements effective risk management. Works with the IPT to identify project risks then proactively formulate and execute risk mitigation actions.
  • Integrates all requirements, risks and goals into a complete, integrated project plan
  • Coordinates root-cause investigations and plans & tracks corrective action implementation
  • Contribute in the EBS Pull to ensure targets and action lines are aligned with the strategy, ensuring projects are defined on critical opportunities.
  • Lead weekly internal review to define actions plan to achieve monthly targets
  • Daily Review of Projects on PMCALC projects status and regular updation in PMCALC.
  • Sharing of best practices as result of internal and external benchmarking activities.
  • Ability to develop financial and resource models for projects and activities.
  • Ability to identify project risk, develop risk mitigation plans and then implement those plans.
  • Develop and implement positive employee relations (Eaton Philosophy) to encourage employee involvement and to create an environment in which employees see no need for third party intervention.
  • Ability to work & lead in a highly ambiguity environment.
  • Participate actively in Eaton's initiatives such as community, communication, diversity and wellness.
  • Strong leadership skills, must can lead their organization on a continuous journey of sustained improvement.
  • Proactive & results driven.

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Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering - Electrical, Electronics or related Field.
  • 7 - 15 Years of Experience in Project Management.

Skills:

  • SAP.
  • PMP Certification.
  • MS Project Tools.

Client-provided location(s): Chennai, India
Job ID: Eaton-56231Chennai
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-01-08T18:37:44

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)